Illinois Substitute Teaching License Renewal Requirements
Everything you need to renew your Substitute Teaching License in Illinois: required hours, accepted PD types, fees, and approved providers.
Requirements at a Glance
0
PD hours required
2
years per cycle
$25
Renewal fee
Free
Late fee
Accepted PD Activity Types
- Completion of ISBE-approved substitute teacher training
Special Rules & Notes
Important notes for this license
- Valid for 2 years; renewal requires no PD hours but payment of fee
- Short-term substitutes need only a high school diploma; long-term substitutes need a bachelor's degree
- Renewal submitted through ELIS at elis.isbe.net
Approved PD Providers
Sorted by price per hour — cheapest first. Est. total based on 0 hours needed.
| Provider | Price / Hour | Est. Total Cost | States Approved | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Professional Learning BoardBest price Online continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states. | $5.85/hr | Free | 9 | Visit |
Professional Learning Board
Best priceOnline continuing education for teacher license renewal. State-approved PD provider in multiple states.
Price / hour
$5.85
Est. total (0 hrs)
Free
States approved
9
How to Submit Your Hours
Once you've completed your 0 hours, submit your renewal application through the IllinoisDepartment of Education's official online portal. Have your PD certificates ready to upload.
Go to Illinois Renewal Portal