If you are interested in being a substitute - Classroom, custodian, school nutrition, or school nurse (must hold minimum of LPN licensure) – See instructions for signing up below:

We have an open invitation each Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. for applications and background checks to be eligible to sub for our school system.  Our address is:  65 Gilreath Road NW, Cartersville 30121.

 PLEASE NOTE:

• You must be 21 years old. 

• For classroom substitutes ONLY – you are required to complete the Substitute Teacher Training course, sponsored by Northwest Georgia RESA.  Please visit their website, www.nwgaresa.com and search their Course Catalog for this class.  Registration and payment for the course is handled through NWGA RESA.  A certificate of completion is necessary for your substitute application.   If you are retired Georgia educator, you are exempt from taking this course.

• You must have the following documentation with you when you arrive: 

• Drivers’ License

• Social Security Card, Birth Certificate or Passport

• Substitute Teacher Training Certificate

• Copy of Teaching Certificate (if you are a certified teacher)

• Copy of highest diploma (High School or College) or GED

• NOTE: The cost of processing fingerprints is $52.00. (no cash or personal checks, money orders only) Make payable to the BCBOE 

• Voided Check for direct deposit 

If you have any questions about our substitute application process, please email Jennifer Kastensmidt at jennifer.kastensmidt@bartow.k12.ga.us

RESOURCES:

Substitute Teacher Handbook

Job Descriptions for Custodian, School Food Service, and Paraprofessional

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