Lane ESD maintains a list of approved substitute teachers on behalf of Lane County school districts, with the exception of Eugene 4J, Springfield, Junction City, and Siuslaw School Districts. To apply to be a substitute teacher in these districts you must contact these districts directly.
In order to substitute you must have a valid Oregon Teaching License. Oregon teacher licensure requirements are available at Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC).
Individuals who are interested in registering as a substitute are encouraged to review the overview of the process and other information located in the Lane County Teacher Substitutes Q & A.
Substitute Registration
The registration process is for licensed teachers who have not previously registered, who have been removed from the teacher substitute list, or who wish to expand the district preferences.
There are six registration periods for the 2025-26 school year:
| Application Period | Completion of Training/Verifications | Updated List to Districts |
| July 1 – August 11 | Week of August 11 | Week of August 18 |
| August 25 – September 15 | Week of September 15 | Week of September 22 |
| September 29 – November 17 | Week of November 17 | Week of November 24 |
| December 1 – January 5 | Week of January 5 | Week of January 12 |
| February 16 – March 23 | Week of March 23 | Week of March 30 |
| April 20 – May 18 | Week of May 18 | Week of May 25 |
Please note: Applicants will not be contacted by Lane ESD until after the registration period has ended. The online application link for Lane County Teacher Substitutes is active only during the open enrollment dates listed above.
Registration involves three steps:
- Online Application
Note: When listing work history information, list only paid education employment. Do not include volunteer work or student teaching. - Required Training
Within 4 business days of Lane County Teacher Substitute application period closing, individuals will receive an email notification from Public School Works. The initial notification provides information on account set up including username and password and should be retained for future use. The second email will identify the specific trainings you are required to complete and associated timelines. - Proof of Identification and Issuance of Substitute Card
Individuals will be contacted to schedule an appointment after online training has been completed.
Have questions? Download the Lane County Teacher Substitutes Q & A.
For assistance, additional questions about the process, or an appointment, please email teachersubs@lesd.k12.or.us.