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2-Hour Delay w/ Modified Kindergarten
For Wednesday, April 30, 2025, the South Fayette Township School District will be operating on a Two-Hour Delay with Modified Kindergarten due to a power outage on campus and area road closures. Faculty and staff are to report on the delay time.

PSSA Testing will be postponed. No PSSA Testing on Wednesday, April 30. 

Guest Substitute Teaching (SmartSTART Program)

SmartSTART Guest Substitute Teaching

South Fayette Township SD Guest Substitute Teaching
Interested in Becoming a Guest Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher with the South Fayette
Township School District?
 
Great schools need great teachers. If you are thinking about a career in education, returning to the
workforce or looking to work with children, the South Fayette Township School District has employment
opportunities for you.
As a guest substitute teacher you will gain valuable experience and have a positive impact on kids.
 
What is the Minimum Qualification to become a Guest Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher?
All candidates interested in substitute teaching in the South Fayette Township School District must have a
bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

What is the Process for becoming a Guest Day-to-Day Substitute Teacher?
- Complete an on-line application.
- Provide a resume, bachelor’s transcript and three letters of recommendation (additional
documents may be requested at the orientation).
- Attend a one-day Guest Substitute Teacher Orientation hosted at SFTSD.
- Pass the on-line Sub-Skills Courses through the University of Utah STEDI program, which would
be assigned at the orientation.
- Secure the following:
    o Child Abuse History Clearance
    o Pennsylvania Criminal History Check
    o Department of Education FBI Clearance
    o Official transcripts from an accredited institution (must meet the requirement)
    o Act 168
    o Completion of Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training
    o Provide verification of a physical and TB Test results
    o Completion of SFTSD interview and classroom observation
    o Additional new hire documentation

Is There a Fee Associated with the Training?
Yes, there is a $125 fee that covers the cost of the on-line courses, workbook and all related materials.
This fee is paid by the applicant which is non-refundable.

What do Guest Day-to-Day Substitute Teachers Earn?
The district pays $125.00 per day to start.


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