Substitutes play an important and highly sought-after role in the Athena-Weston School District. As a substitute, you get to be an integral team member in supporting our students’ education. The Athena-Weston School District has numerous substitute pathways based on your qualifications.

Licensed Substitutes:

Licensed substitutes can qualify for appropriate classroom teacher assignments. Please fill out the Oregon Statewide Teacher Application and email it to Paula Warner at paula.warner@athwestsd.org

Substitutes who have a valid teaching license anywhere in the United States or abroad can apply for a Substitute Teaching License through the Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC). This will include paying a non-refundable fee, passing a criminal background clearance, and other TSPC requirements. Following the issue of your Oregon license, please fill out the Oregon Statewide Teacher Application and email it to Paula at paula.warner@athwestsd.org

Bachelor’s Degree Substitutes:

If you hold a bachelor’s degree or higher but have not completed a teacher preparation program, you may apply for a Restricted Substitute Teaching License through the Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC).

To meet the minimum qualifications for the Restricted Substitute Teaching License, you must:

• Have a letter of sponsorship from the employing school district (provided by your sponsoring district directly to TSPC after you have applied to TSPC);

• Be 18 years or older;

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or higher (regionally accredited or foreign equivalent);

• Pass the required Protecting Student and Civil Rights in the Educational Environment exam;

• Pay any necessary fees for TSPC;

• Pass a criminal background clearance, including fingerprints, if necessary.

If you are interested in obtaining a Restricted Substitute Teaching License, please email Ann at ann.vescio@athwestsd.org to discuss a letter of sponsorship before beginning the application process.

High School Diploma Substitutes:

Non-licensed substitutes can substitute as paraprofessionals, which can be assigned as student and/or classroom assistants. Please fill out the District Classified Application and email it to Paula at paula.warner@athwestsd.org

For any questions regarding substitute positions or necessary requirements, please contact Paula Warner at:

paula.warner@athwestsd.org

(541) 566-3581