What kinds of degrees or certifications does one need to be a substitue teacher?
Asked by losangeles
It seems much easier than being a regular teacher. But do you need all the same credentials that a teacher does?

Best Answer:
It depends on the individual states. There is a general trend to require a bachelors degree for substitutes, however. So even in states that don't currently need a bachelors, that may not be the case five to ten years from now. Subs usually have to take a short training session. Don't confuse this with a teaching certification course, it is not remotely near the complexity. Subs may seem easier but it may be hard to make a living doing that by itself without another job lined up. Sub teaching almost never gives you any benefits, for example, and unlike being a regular teacher where step increases are common, that isn't really the case in sub teaching (this means you could be a sub for 30 years and make the same as a newbie sub).

It's not kids think they can misbehave for substitute teachers when they can't! I tried and didnt like and sorry don't know what they are now!
Answered by ***Puppies are so cute***

a B.A. in B(_)LLSHIT
Answered by Scott F

I think you just have to have a college degree. May depend on where you apply.
Answered by Jeff

You don't have to have a degree to be a substitute teacher. All you need is 75 hours college credit.
Answered by bsf56