Long-Term Substitute Permit Renewal

The Long-Term Substitute Permit Renewal (Form 2LR) allows individuals who do not hold a professional certificate to renew their permit to substitute day-to-day in any position, or for more than 30 days in one position, in one approved endorsement (or subject) area. This permit is valid for three (3) years.

Before You Apply

You must:

• Receive approval of employment by a county school system.
• Complete the renewal substitute training course through the county or through the WVLearns site.

General Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or have eligible documentation (see Policy 5202, Minimum Requirements for the Licensure of Professional/Paraprofessional Personnel and Advanced Salary Classifications)
• Be at least 18 years old
• Be physically, mentally, and emotionally qualified
• Be employed in the West Virginia public school system
• Have recommendation from your county superintendent
• Hold a valid or expired West Virginia Short-Term or Long-Term Substitute Permit, expired West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate, or Out-of-State Professional Teaching Certificate that has not been expired for more than five years

Training Requirements

Select the option that is best for you.

• Option 1: Twelve (12) clock hours of substitute teacher renewal training approved by the employing county or available through our eLearning platform
  • This must occur before you receive the permit being renewed and within five (5) years of application.
• Option 2: Six (6) semester hours of coursework related to the public school program on an official transcript
  • This must occur before you receive the permit being renewed and within five (5) years of application.
• Option 3: Hold a valid West Virginia Professional Teaching Certificate with endorsements in another area

Note: Nursing endorsement requires specific training. 

Application Submission

For instructions on how to apply for a license to work in West Virginia public schools, follow the steps detailed in the certification application process.

If this is your first time using our Certification Portal, you will need to register. Follow the instructions for first-time applicants. 
 

$35