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Substitutes

All About Substitutes at CMP

 

We are very excited that you are interested in subbing with us at CMP! Please see below for answers to commonly asked questions regarding CMP substitutes.

 

Yes! We need substitutes for lead teachers, instructional assistants (including before and after school), administrative assistants, maintenance/custodial, and more! 

We call lead teacher subs "certificated," while we call other substitutes "classified."

What are the requirements to be a lead teacher substitute?

In general, you either need a California teaching credential (such as a Multiple Subject credential) or an Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit.

The CTC has a great page that describes how to obtain a 30-day permit, but the general process is as follows:

  • Have a bachelor's degree or higher
  • LiveScan to the CTC (this is separate than the LiveScan that will be needed for CMP)
  • Fill out an application
  • Submit the application fee ($100)

Please be aware that the 30-day permits last one year and then can be renewed.

Why does the lead-teacher substitute permit include "30-day" in its name?

The lead-teacher substitute permit, officially called an Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit, is meant for people who are not fully-trained teachers to temporarily fill in for a lead teacher, not for them to take over a classroom for a large portion of the year. Specifically, this permit allows someone to fill in for any single lead-teacher for up to 30 days in a school year.

This means that you could potentially sub every single day of the school year for many different teachers, but only up to 30 days for any one teacher.

How much would I get paid as a substitute?

Good question! The answer really depends on what position needs the substitute. Please see below for general rates, but contact the HR department for updated amounts and what the rate would be for your particular situation.

  • Lead Teacher Substitute - $32.00 per hour
  • Instructional Assistant I, Administrative Assistant, Maintenance/Custodial - $19.50 per hour
  • Instructional Assistant II (either in a TK classroom or Special Education) - $21.50 per hour
  • Instructional Assistant III (in Special Education) - $23.50 per hour
     

How do I pick up assignments?

We use an app (Red Rover) that matches your availability with assignments that need coverage, both in certificated and classified roles. When an employee posts an absence, you will be notified via the app and text message if it fits your criteria, and can accept the position right then and there!

Can I say "no" when I am called?

Absolutely! Being a substitute is all about flexible scheduling. If you only want to work one day a month, great. If you want to try to work every day but Tuesday, great. You decide when you are available and interested in subbing and then accept jobs that fit within your schedule. We do ask, however, that you have the availability in your schedule to cover two assignments per week.

Can I choose which campus(es) to sub at?

Most definitely! We have six campuses (seven locations), and you can choose which ones you'd be interested in working at. Just be aware that the more campuses you choose, the more job opportunities will come your way. Here are our six campuses:

Do you accept substitute applications all year?

We do! We are always looking to bulk up our substitute list and thus accept applications for substitutes year-round.

 Do you still have questions about subbing at CMP? Please reach out to Human Resources at cmphr@cacmp.org.

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