Leander Independent School District

Substitute Information

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Thank you for your interest in substituting for LISD. This can be a very challenging job but also very rewarding one. Our students, faculty and administration all appreciate substitute teachers and support their efforts in our classrooms across the district.

In a students’ school career of 12-13 years, the equivalent to 1 year of instruction will be provided by substitutes! It is critical that this instruction be worthwhile and in line with the district's curriculum. With this webpage, we hope to provide helpful resources and information that will support and assist substitute teachers in LISD when preparing to carry out their duties and responsibilities.

What are the qualifications to become a substitute teacher with LISD?

If you are interested in becoming a classroom substitute, you must hold a valid and current Texas Teaching Certificate. Please see Qualifications for Substitute Teachers for additional qualifications.

How to apply as a substitute teacher?
Posted 2/4/10 - The Substitute Office is no longer accepting new substitute (classroom) applications. Please continue to visit this website for future updates from the Substitute Office.

Returning/Current Substitute Information
If you were not actively working as a substitute, you will not be sent a reasonable assurance letter to return for the 2010-2011 school year.

What are the qualifications to become a substitute for the clinic with LISD?

To be considered as Substitute applicant for the clinics, you must hold a valid TX RN or LVN license.
If you meet these expectations, please contact the Substitute office at 512-570-0100.

Need to Change your personal information?

Please submit the Employee Information Form to change your personal information.
*Note: To change your legal name, the Substitute Office must see your updated Social Security card.

Change for Direct Deposit Information
Please complete the form on-line, print it, sign it and send to LISD Substitute Office.

Change of W-4 Form
Please print, complete and sign the form and send to LISD Substitute Office.

Substitute Pay Rate

(Board approved July 17, 2008)
$85.00 per day
$95.00 per day for a *long term position. A long-term position is any substitute job that goes longer than ten consecutive school days in the same assignment. (retroactive on eleventh day to first day).
$50.00 early release days and the last day of school, subs will be paid $50.00 for the day due to the reduced number of hours worked.

*Long Term substitutes must meet NCLB “Highly Qualified” status in the area they are subbing. LISD will review the substitutes undergrad degree and fill out the appropriate paperwork to reflect areas in which they can do a long-term assignment. Substitutes must fill out a request for Highly Qualified status.

Questions about P.S.T. Account?

P.S.T. is an alternative to social security. For any inquires you will need to contact Mid America Administrative & Retirement Solutions, Inc. by phone at 1-800-430-7999.

Want to become a Teacher in Texas?

To find out how to become a Teacher in Texas, please refer to the State Board for Educator Certification website.

Current Sub Information/Resources

Absence Reporting System
Substitute AESOP Guide: Phone Instructions, Web Instructions
10-11 Substitute Handbook
Handbook Acknowledgment Form
09-10 Sub Payroll Schedule
Substitute Teacher Report Form
Long Term Sub Request Form
Special Education Program Descriptions
District Calendar
District Map

Resources:

When using Internet Resources, be sure to thoroughly proofread any materials that you would like to use with the students to ensure that they are appropriate.

Bloom’s Taxonomy
The Honor Level System (Techniques for effective group management)
Lesson plans, classroom management tips, child development, and other educational resources
Tips and Resources for Substitute Teachers