Substitute Teacher/ParaPro Information NOTE: This class can be used to meet the class/lab hour requirement for ParaProfessional certification. However, a formal assessment is also required to qualify as a ParaProfessional. Full details will be given at the first class. Substitutes with a four-year degree are paid $80 per day if subbing for a teaching position; those who do not have a four-year degree are paid $65 per day.
Substitutes for classified positions are paid $65 per day regardless of education.
(Please note that items 3, 4, and 5 must be completed in order)1) Must hold a high school diploma or GED. 2) Must be 18 years old to substitute in kindergarten - grade 5. Must be either 21 years old or a college graduate if younger than 21 to substitute in grades 6- 12. 3) Must complete an online application. ( https://hrfs1.oconee.k12.sc.us/winocular/workspace/ ) Please include email addresses for your references. 4) Email personnel@oconee.k12.sc.us for an appointment to complete a district-level interview. If you do not have email, call 864-718-5701 for an appointment. Appointments will not be given without 3 completed references. 5) Must complete substitute teacher training class provided by the district. See information below on how to register for this training. 6) Must provide evidence of a TB test with results less than one-year old. 7) Must have a clear SLED check (SLED check is conducted by the district; fee is paid by district). 8) Must provide copies of social security card and valid driver's license. 9) Print, complete, and return forms listed below. The forms may be mailed to 414 South Pine Street, Walhalla, SC 29691 or may be hand-delivered to the same address. (You must submit W-4, TB, I-9, Medical History, Health Statement, Declaration of Employment, and Direct Deposit. If you are not interested in retirement benefits, complete and return the Election of Non-Membership; if you have retired from the SC Retirement System, complete and return the Notice of Employed Retiree. NEW EMPLOYEE FORMS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BE PRINTED AND COMPLETED
*** YOU MUST BRING 8 PRINTED AND COMPLETED FORMS WITH YOU TO THE INTERVIEW ALONG WITH YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY CARD AND DRIVERS LICENSE. How to register for Substitute Teacher/ParaPro Training
Substitute Teacher Training Institute 2017/2018 (you must complete the online application & district-level interview. Once you receive clearance from the Department of Human Resources, you will be registered for the training.
Individuals with less than a 4-year degree:
Individuals with a 4-year degree or higher You will need to complete one 3-hour District Orientation from 8:30 - 11:30 am to be held at the School District of Oconee County, 414 South Pine Street, Walhalla, SC 29691. See schedule below:
NOTE: A copy of the Substitute Handbook may be downloaded below. If you are interested in ParaPro classes only, please contact Oconee County Adult Education at 864-718-4800. The cost for the test is $60. |