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The Kansas State Board of Education on Wednesday, Jan. 12, unanimously approved an emergency declaration that allows any individual meeting certain qualifications to apply for a Temporary Emergency Authorized License (TEAL).
This action will help solve the substitute teacher shortage caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Any TEAL obtained through the emergency declaration will expire June 1, 2022. After that date, individuals will have to meet the more rigorous requirements for a substitute teacher license.
Usually there is a minimum requirement of 60 semester credit hours from a regionally accredited college or university in order to obtain an emergency substitute license. The emergency declaration removes this minimum requirement for the TEAL. However, candidates must:
Because a verified employment commitment from a district or system is required, interested applicants should reach out to their local school district or private school to complete an application.
Questions about this page contact:
Denise Kahler (785) 296-4876 dkahler@ksde.org
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