How to Apply for an Emergency 30-Day Teacher Substitute Permit

1. You must take and pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) given six times a year. A pamphlet is available at the Humboldt County Office of Education’s Personnel Office that gives the test dates, registration material, cost, and sample test. You can also visit www.cbest.nesinc.com for complete information and online registration.

2. After you have received notice that you have passed the CBEST, call the Humboldt County Office of Education’s Personnel Office (707-445-7039) and make an appointment to apply for the above Emergency Permit. They will need an official transcript documenting your BA or BS and an original CBEST pass card. They will also fingerprint you (for a fee), which will place you on the countywide fingerprint clearance list. (Previous fingerprint clearances from other employment are not accepted.)

3. After your fingerprints have cleared and your application for a permit is being processed, contact Pam Nason at Eureka City Schools (707-441-3363) for an appointment to sign up as a teacher substitute. You will need to bring the following to your appointment:

  • A completed Eureka City Schools certificated application form,
  • Your resumé,
  • Two letters of recommendation,
  • A TB clearance effective within the last four years,
  • Your driver’s license,
  • Your social security card,
  • The date you applied for your Emergency 30-Day Permit.

A Eureka City Schools certificated application form is available at this Web site on the Employment Opportunities page.