MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa — Individuals interested in becoming substitute teachers in Iowa will soon have an opportunity to earn their authorization through a virtual course offered in partnership with the Mount Pleasant Community School District.
The Substitute Authorization Course (Course ID: 53969 – GP) is scheduled to be held virtually on Sunday, August 3, 2025, beginning at 5:00 p.m. This training is designed for individuals seeking the Substitute Authorization for grades PK-12, and completion of the course fulfills one of the key requirements to serve as a substitute teacher in Iowa schools.
The course is hosted through the AEA Learning Online system, and participants must register in advance via the platform’s secure sign-in at: https://sso2.aealearningonline.org/login.
The Substitute Authorization allows individuals who hold a minimum of an associate’s degree or have completed 60 college credit hours to teach in a variety of classroom settings when full-time educators are unavailable. The virtual course includes training in classroom management, ethics, diversity, and strategies for effective instruction.
This course is a valuable pathway for community members, retirees, college students, and others who want to support local schools and help fill ongoing staffing needs.
For more information on course content or eligibility, interested individuals should contact the Mount Pleasant Community School District or visit the AEA Learning Online site.