Qualifications:

You must be 21 years of age
You must have at least a high school diploma or a GED

Steps to Complete:

Fill out and submit the online application - Click here and then click on the following:
- Apply - red box in upper right corner
- START - begin the process
Complete all the online payroll paperwork
- Call the HR Dept at 208-350-1004 or email HR@westada.org to request the online payroll paperwork. A link will be sent to the email provided on your application. You will need to complete each form prior to your fingerprint appointment (see next step). You will also need to provide acceptable documentation for the I-9 form (bring to your fingerprint appt): a current U.S. Passport, or a Driver's License and Social Security card or birth certificate. (For a complete list of acceptable documents visit www.uscis.gov/i-9)
Have your fingerprints taken (the cost is free)
- An appointment will be emailed at the same time the payroll paperwork link is sent. Your appointment will take place in the HR Dept of the West Ada School District Office, located at 1303 E Central Dr in Meridian. (Your background check must CLEAR to become a substitute. This can take up to two weeks.)
Complete the online STEDI course
- Unless you have: student taught, previously substituted, a teaching certificate from any state, a CBEST from California. The class is $39.95 and found at STEDI.org, Option A. Print the Substitute Diploma and bring it to the orientation or email it to subplacement@westada.org.
Attend a Substitute Orientation
- Complete previous steps prior to orientation. All orientations are from 8:30-12:30 pm and held at the District Office. (Park on the East side of the building and enter through the “Training Center” doors. Click on the Orientation link below for available dates to attend.

West Ada School District