Citrus County Schools

What are the requirements to be a Substitute Teacher within the Citrus County School District?

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Computer literate
• Current valid driver’s license and social security card
  • Your name on your application must match the name on your driver’s license and social security card
• Background screening (via fingerprinting for criminal history and drug testing)
  • completed in our Human Resources Department if offered a position

How do I become a Substitute Teacher within the Citrus County School District?

1. Complete the Substitute Teacher application on the district website by clicking this application link. 
   a. Three non-related references with phone numbers and email addresses must be provided in your application to be processed as a substitute teacher
2. Once your application, required documentation, and references have been verified, you will be contacted by our Human Resources Department for a substitute teacher interview
3. If offered a position, applicants will be scheduled for a background screening (via fingerprinting and drug testing)
   a. If offered a position, directions will be provided regarding background screening/drug testing appointments and payment
   b. There is a fee for the background screening and drug testing.
   c. Applicants are required to pay for background screening and drug testing – both are non-refundable
4. Training will be scheduled and required after applicants have been cleared from background screening
   a. In person New Substitute training
   b. ALICE School Safety training
   c. Seizure training
5. Applicants are not eligible to substitute teach until all requirements have been met

Please contact Chandler Farmer in Human Resources with any questions:

• Email: FarmerC@citrusschools.org
• Phone: 352-726-1931 ext. 2272

Substitute Teachers are called on an “as needed” basis with no guarantee of hours.