Substitutes

Applications for the 2020-2021 year are now OPEN.
- CISD substitutes are required to work a minimum of 6 FULL days per school year. *
- All six days must be completed PRIOR to April 30th.
- Note: Substitutes who elect to receive benefits must meet additional work requirements.*
- Refer to the Substitute Hiring Requirements below before completing the substitute application.
- The application process generally takes 3-4 weeks, including fingerprints if required.
- Substitute hiring will close in March and we will no longer accept applications until June 1st.
- Fingerprints cost approximately $50 — this is NOT REIMBURSED.
- Check your email frequently to speed the process — contact from our office is through email ONLY.
- We do NOT utilize the substitute pool in the summer months.
- Information on Conroe ISD’s reopening plans can be found on the “Roadmap to Reopening” link.
- Information on Coronavirus (COVID-19) Support and Guidance can be found on the TEA website.
Substitute Hiring Requirements
Below are substitute categories and the minimum requirements for each; select from the list below for more detailed information and pay rates for each.
Certified Substitute Teacher
- Valid Texas teaching certificate through TEA
- College transcript (official or unofficial) showing a minimum of 60 hours earned from an accredited school
- Foreign degree requires a transcript evaluation through a TEA approved agency
- Pay rate is $105* per day (*as of 1-4-21)
- $115 per day for high-need days [Mon/Fri] (*as of 1-4-21)
Non-Certified Substitute
- College transcript (official or unofficial) showing a minimum of 60 hours earned from an accredited school
- Foreign degree requires a transcript evaluation through a TEA approved agency
- Pay rate is $95* per day (*as of 1-4-21)
- $105* per day for high-need days [Mon/Fri] (*as of 1-4-21)
Nurse Substitute
- Must submit your letter of interest and resume to brobertson@conroeisd.net before applying
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED certification
- Minimum 12 months of nursing experience required
RN Nurse
College transcript (official or unofficial)
Minimum of 60 hours earned from an accredited school
Unencumbered Texas RN License
Pay rate is $120 per day
$130 per day for high-need days (Mondays, Fridays)
LVN Nurse
High school diploma or GED certificate
Unencumbered Texas LVN License
Pay rate is $85 per day
$95 per day for high-need days (Mondays, Fridays)
Paraprofessional Substitute
- High school diploma or GED
- Pay rate is $70 per day
Cafeteria Substitute
- High school diploma or GED
- Required 8:00 am – 2:00 pm shift
- Pay rate is $50 per six-hour shift
Submit Your Online Application
Below are the steps to apply as a substitute. Keep in mind that you need to submit separate applications for each TYPE of position with Conroe ISD (in case you apply in a different category later on).
Step 1
Please visit the Conroe ISD Online Application; login if you have previously applied, or create a new user account. Save your log-in information! You will need it to update your application, or apply for a different type of position later on.
Step 2
Once you are logged in click on “Add a New Application” which is located at the bottom of the Online Applications box.
Step 3
Select “Substitutes” as the type of position you are applying to and then “Start Application” (see below).
Step 4
Please upload copies of your transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable, as long as it shows your name, the name of your college/university, and total hours earned).
Step 5
Always email us at substitutes@conroeisd.net when you update any information so we can verify the changes. We will communicate with all applicants by email ONLY; please keep your email up-to-date, use a personal (non-school or business) email address, and check your spam folders.
If you have any questions, please contact us at substitutes@conroeisd.net or 936-709-7859.
Substitute Application Process
NOTE: If you are currently an employee of the district or have recently separated employment, you will not be eligible for hire in any capacity (including as a part-time substitute employee) until the month following the issuance of your last paycheck.
COVID-19 Information for All Substitutes
Helpful Resources
Below are some helpful resources for Substitutes; select from the list on the left.
Frontline Absence Management
Benefits Information
Classroom Management
Education Service Centers
Technology
Safe Schools Help
TRS Retiree Info
Continuing Education
Contact Us!
Substitute Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Ph: 936-709-7710 / substitutes@conroeisd.net
Laurene Wistner
- Email Address: lwistner@conroeisd.net
- Tel: 936-709-7710
Elia Gonzalez
- Email Address: elgonzalez@conroeisd.net
- Tel: 936-709-7865