Your Quickest Path to Teaching

Join Swing to start subbing with hundreds of schools, credentialed or not.

Need certification? Permit Assist helps you qualify for 2x the jobs and higher pay with the Emergency 30-Day Sub Permit.

Substitute teacher requirements in California

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-yr college or university in the U.S.

  International degrees considered case-by-case.

• Pass a background check and negative TB test before the hiring date

• Currently have or will obtain a CA teaching credential or substitute teaching permit

  Interested in a cert? We can help.

Classified or Certificated: Find Your Best Fit

Classified or Certificated: Find Your Best Fit

No Cert? No Problem.

Get Your Emergency 30-Day Sub Permit with Permit Assist—Fast and Easy!

Work & earn more

Credentialed subs enjoy 2x more requests and 20% higher pay rates on average.

Less hassle

Permit Assist streamlines the application process—some subs get their permit in just 2 weeks!

$150 stipend

You'll receive $150 to help cover costs once you've completed the program.

How does SwingCert work?

Step 01

Sign up to become a Swing Sub.

Step 02

Opt-in for SwingCert.

Step 03

Complete all required steps. Instructions vary by county, but generally include:

• Account registration and forms
• Get 2 Live Scans (one for Swing, one for CTC)
• Order transcripts
• Permit payment

Step 04

Get your permit and $150 stipend from Swing.

Step 05

Work more and earn more as a credentialed sub!

How does Permit Assist work?

Permit Assist helps subs obtain their Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit.

1. Register & opt-in

Sign up to become a Swing Sub and opt-in for Permit Assist.

2. Complete steps

Register account and forms, get 2 live scans, order transcripts, and pay permit fees.

3. Get your permit

Get your permit and receive a $150 stipend from Swing.

4. Work & earn more

Get 2x more jobs and higher pay on average as a credentialed sub!

FAQs

Is this permit the same as the Emergency Permit offered by the CTC?

Yes! The full name of the permit we’re offering is the “Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit.”

Your permit will be issued by the CTC. The only difference is, your application will be submitted by a school district partner or County Office of Education, which will allow you to get your permit more quickly.

How long is the 30-Day permit valid?

It’s good for one year, and renewable every year.

So, why is it called a “30–Day Permit”? Because, with a 30-Day Permit, you can teach for as many schools as you like – but no more than 30 days for any single request. Learn more here.

Do I still need to take a CBEST to get this permit?

Not anymore! As of 6/29/2024, official transcripts showing the conferral of a baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited college or university satisfies both the degree and basic skills requirement.

Can I teach without a permit?

You can! Any jobs you see on your Swing account, you can sign up for. However, having a permit unlocks, on average, 2x as many jobs and 20% higher pay rates.

How do I qualify for the $150?

Onboarded subs will get a $150 stipend after they receive their permit and submit their receipt!

I submitted all my materials to your Permit Assist partner. Why haven't I heard back?

County Offices of Education (COEs) and/or our school district partners often receive a high volume of applications. If you haven't heard back in 2-3 weeks about your application, please let us know by contacting us at permits@swingeducation.com!

We've helped hundreds of subs get their permit 🎉

Ali
San Francisco Swing Substitute
“Getting my certification was a very straightforward process. In 15 days, I got it. And so I was able to add another hour of prep time.”

Menaal
Bay Area Swing Substitute
“After getting the certification, I got way more job offers. I used to go a week or two without any offers, and now I'll see more.”

Robert
Los Angeles Swing Substitute
“It was really easy. Swing provided the checklist for the Permit Assist process and if there are any questions, you can reach out to Support. They've been responsive — same day or next day reply all the time.”

Ariana
Los Angeles Swing Sub
“Your certification really allows you to get paid quite a bit more and for the work you're doing to get your certification. It's a no brainer. If you have a BA, you should get your certification. The pay is so much better.”