ST. LOUIS BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULATION
PERSONNEL
EMPLOYMENT
Vacancies - General
Substitute Positions

An employee of the St. Louis Public Schools system may be recommended to serve in a position on a substitute basis when a regular incumbent is absent for an extended period for reasons which include, sickness, leave of absence, suspension, resignation or other reasons warranted by the superintendent of schools.

Unless otherwise authorized by the superintendent of schools, employees shall not be appointed in a substitute position for a period greater than half the school or fiscal year.

If the position is deemed to be a vacancy for which a regular employee should be appointed, such positions will be advertised. All advertisements for vacant positions shall be provided in a format accessible to individuals with disabilities, if requested. The substitute incumbent may, if qualified, apply and shall be considered with other qualified applicants.

Regulation approved: June 26, 1990

Revised: October 10, 1995

Revised: December 8, 1998