Substitutes

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Substitute Help Desk

Email address: [email protected]

Phone: (559) 327-9327

Smartfind Express (SFE)

Substitute Information

Substitute Smartfind App

The SmartFind Express mobile app is available through the Google Play or Apple stores. In these stores, search for "SmartFind Express." The correct app will be blue (as pictured above).

If you have an Apple device- Click Here

To set up the app correctly you will need:

4-digit District Code: WZWX
Set your ID and Password up

Substitute Sick Leave

Substitutes earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. Substitutes may use 40 hours or 5 days of sick leave per fiscal year.

Sick Leave balances can be viewed in Employee Self Service.

For more information contact Payroll, [email protected] or 559.327.9074.

Smartfind Express (SFE) Password Reset

If you've forgotten your SmartFind (SFE) password, don't worry! You can easily reset it following these steps:

On the SmartFind website, click on the "Forgot Password?" link.
Enter your Employee ID number as your Access ID.
Open the email and follow the instructions to reset your password.
- Check your SPAM folder for the email from SFE. Sometimes, the email can be misdirected there.
In the email, you'll also find a one-time use password for OTP (One Time Password) Authentication. Enter this password on the SmartFind website when prompted.
Finally, set a new password and confirm it. Make sure to follow the password guidelines for SFE.

Active Directory Login

It's highly recommended to set up an Active Directory login for SFE. This will simplify the login if you are using a district device.

To set up Active Directory login, go to 'Settings > Personal' while logged into the SFE website. Under 'Identity Providers', select 'LINKED'. On the SFE login page, select the Microsoft Icon to log in.

PIN Reset

Your PIN is required for using the phone system

While logged in, select your initials in the right had corner
Select Settings > Personal > 'Edit Pin'
Choose a new PIN and confirm it, then save

Click Here for a Step by Step Guide.

Substitute Payment Schedule

Substitutes are paid based on substitute jobs entered through SmartFind Express (SFE).

The pay period for Certificated Substitutes runs from the 6th to the 5th of the following month.

Example: Time worked 11/6 through 12/5 is paid on the 12/31 pay date.

Paystub are available through Employee Self Service (ESS) "Pay/Tax Information" section. If you need information regarding ESS and password help, please click here.

For more information contact Payroll, [email protected] or 559.327.9074.

Substitute Teacher

To apply to the CUSD Substitute Teacher Pool, please scan or click the QR code.

Qualifications

All substitute teacher must hold a 30-Day Sub Permit or a regular California Credential.

Emergency 30-day Substitute Teaching Permit Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Basic Skills Requirement

All applications for an Emergency 30-day Substitute Teaching Permit are processed through the Fresno County Office of Education.

FCOE Credentials Website

FCOE Emergency 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permit Application Checklist

Application Process

All applicants must apply to the Substitute Teacher - Eligibility Pool on Edjoin.

The 2023-24 eligibility Pool opens on June 20, 2023 and will remain open until filled. Closing dates are subject to change.

The 2024-25 eligibility Pool opens in July and will remain open until filled. Closing dates are subject to change.

Required Documents

The following documents must be attached to your Substitute Teacher Edjoin Application:

Copy of Emergency 30-day Substitute Teaching Permit or California Credential
Copy of Basic Skills Requirement
- CBEST Scores (passing results)
- Alternate options for CBEST Basic Skills Requirement
Transcripts with posted undergraduate degree (Unofficial are accepted)
Current Resume
Letter of Recommendation from the Professional/Educational field (Must be dated within 18 months of application date)

Fingerprint Information

Fingerprinting fee is $55.00
Applicants must have a Certificate of Clearance (COC)
All new employees must clear fingerprint procedures prior to working. Livescan information will be provided by the District.
Clovis Unified cannot accept fingerprint clearance for employment purposes from other agencies, school districts, county offices, or the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Substitute Teacher Pay

Half Day Rate: $82.50
Daily Rate: $165
Long Term Rate: $175
- Starting on the eleventh (11th) consecutive day in the same classroom

Clerical Substitute Information

To view open positions, please scan or click QR code.

Application Process

All applicants must apply to the Clerical Substitute - Eligibility Pool on Edjoin.

The Eligibility Pool opens based on current need and will remains open until all positions filled. Posting dates are subject to change.

Required Documents

The following documents must be attached to your Clerical Substitute Application:

Transcripts with posted undergraduate degree (Unofficial are Accepted)
Current Resume
Letter of Recommendation from the Professional/Educational field. (Must be dated within 18 months of application date)

Fingerprint Information

The fee for fingerprinting is $73.00
All new employees must clear fingerprint procedures prior to working. Livescan information will be provided by the District.
Clovis Unified cannot accept fingerprint clearance for employment purposes from other agencies, school districts, county offices, or the Commission on Teacher Credentialing.