Substitute Teacher Authorization
About the Program
Iowa Western offers the State of Iowa (BOEE) approved, Substitute Authorization course. Work in elementary, middle, or high school settings! These are highly desirable positions available in your area that require a combination of coursework, a state of Iowa BOEE Substitute Teacher application, (which includes a background check) to be qualified for hire in your school district.
Substitute teaching is a perfect career if you need a flexible work schedule or if you need to align your work with school holidays and calendar due to personal commitments. Both part-time and full-time positions are available. Complete this class from the convenience of your own home in a matter of days or weeks. Let your next career milestone begin with us! Start earning your Substitute Teacher authorization today!
Choose from 4-day Zoom classes or 4-week self-paced classes
Students enrolled in the 4-day classes will interact with instructor and other students for four evenings in a row via Zoon. Class will meet via Zoom Monday-Thursday, 5:00-9:00PM, (8:00-9:00PM is reserved for completing assignments). Assignments are online. Self-paced classes are taught asynchronously. Students will complete modules each week which will allow for them to interact through threaded discussions to enhance their participation and understanding of class readings and materials.
Required Textbook:
Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook
ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
To qualify for the substitute teacher authorization students must possess ONE of the following:
- 60 completed units of College Classes
- A post-secondary degree of AA, AS, Bachelors, or higher
Holders of a paraeducator generalist certificate who do not meet the educational requirements above may also complete the course, but will be eligible for a limited substitute authorization area of concentration only to substitute in their assigned SPED paraeducator classroom.
Mandatory requirements for completing the BOEE Substitute Teacher application process include:
- A mandatory background check
- Fingerprinting
- Mandatory Reporter/Child Abuse Training before your first day of teaching
For more information regarding the State of Iowa BOEE application requirements visit the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners
Available Courses
Substitute Teacher Authorization (TEACH-99) 06/23/2025 - Online
Complete required coursework needed to apply for the State of Iowa Substitute Teacher Authorization in 4 Days. Class will meet via zoom Monday-Thursday 5:00-9:00 pm. (online with zoom). Minimum educational requirements are 60 units completed college credits. Ideal for a person without a teaching degree who wants to become a substitute teacher. Paraeducators can also take this course to be able substitute in SPED classroom.
MANDATORY textbook: Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
Start Date: 06/23/2025
End Date: 06/29/2025
Seats Available: 2
Cost: $260
Location: Online
Last Updated: 05/23/2025 11:46 am
Substitute Teacher Authorization (TEACH-99) 07/08/2025 - Online
4 week, online, self paced required coursework needed to apply for the State of Iowa Substitute Teacher Authorization. Minimum educational requirements are 60 units completed college credits. Ideal for a person without a teaching degree who wants to become a substitute teacher.
MANDATORY textbook: Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
Start Date: 07/08/2025
End Date: 08/10/2025
Seats Available: 9
Cost: $260
Location: Online
Last Updated: 05/23/2025 11:46 am
Substitute Teacher Authorization (TEACH-99) 08/11/2025 - Online
Complete required coursework needed to apply for the State of Iowa Substitute Teacher Authorization in 4 Days. Class will meet via zoom Monday-Thursday 5:00-9:00 pm. (online with zoom). Minimum educational requirements are 60 units completed college credits. Ideal for a person without a teaching degree who wants to become a substitute teacher. Paraeducators can also take this course to be able substitute in SPED classroom.
MANDATORY textbook: Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
Start Date: 08/11/2025
End Date: 08/17/2025
Seats Available: 9
Cost: $260
Location: Online
Last Updated: 05/23/2025 11:46 am
Substitute Teacher Authorization (TEACH-99) 09/22/2025 - Online
Complete required coursework needed to apply for the State of Iowa Substitute Teacher Authorization in 4 Days. Class will meet via zoom Monday-Thursday 5:00-9:00 pm. (online with zoom). Minimum educational requirements are 60 units completed college credits. Ideal for a person without a teaching degree who wants to become a substitute teacher. Paraeducators can also take this course to be able substitute in SPED classroom.
MANDATORY textbook: Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
Start Date: 09/22/2025
End Date: 09/28/2025
Seats Available: 9
Cost: $260
Location: Online
Last Updated: 05/23/2025 11:46 am
Substitute Teacher Authorization (TEACH-99) 10/07/2025 - Online
4 week, online, self paced required coursework needed to apply for the State of Iowa Substitute Teacher Authorization. Minimum educational requirements are 60 units completed college credits. Ideal for a person without a teaching degree who wants to become a substitute teacher.
MANDATORY textbook: Stedi Substitute Teacher Handbook ISBN-13, 978-0982165737
Start Date: 10/07/2025
End Date: 11/09/2025
Seats Available: 12
Cost: $260
Location: Online
Last Updated: 05/23/2025 11:46 am