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Limited Positions - Apply Now & Secure Your Classroom Role for the 2026-2027 School Year!
We’re hiring substitute teachers to support students in inclusive and special education classrooms. These are full-year opportunities to build classroom experience, develop your teaching practice, and make a lasting impact.
Talk to a recruiter today and get hired before the first bell rings.
đź‘‹ About Zen Educate
Zen Educate makes finding your perfect role in education easier! We are a company dedicated to matching you to your ideal education position based on your preferences and getting you into a school you love! We pride ourselves on providing continuous, personalized support throughout your application process. We are a company ready to make a difference in education and support the current educator shortage.
We're looking for adaptable and committed substitute teachers to support learning across a single school building. You’ll work with multiple classrooms, gaining valuable teaching experience and building lasting relationships in one consistent setting.
Responsibilities
- Support the school where needed
- Maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning
- Assign lessons and follow the classroom teacher’s lesson plans
- Maintaining a safe learning environment
- Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the students’ learning experiences and support them as needed
Required Qualifications:
- Substitute Teaching License in Arizona
- IVP Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Experience working with children
-Applicants must have professional proficiency in English
-US Work Authorization as Zen Educate is unable to sponsor any employment visa or relocation assistance at this time
Physical Requirements:
- Comfortable being on your feet and moving around the classroom throughout the day
- Able to lift up to 20 lbs and safely assist students when needed (kneeling, bending, quick response)
- Additional physical requirements may be requested during your application process
Preferred Qualifications:
- Subject matter expertise
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience supporting SPED students
Salary:
- Pay: $160 - $175 per day
- Schedule: Monday to Thursday, within hours of 7:30 - 3:00/4:30 pm
Benefits and other offerings
- Weekly pay by direct deposit, with paper check available on request
- Professional development, including in-app training, paid role-specific certifications where applicable, and additional development opportunities depending on role and location
- Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state and local law
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,560 hours in a 12 month period.
- 401(k) retirement plan with no employer match available when eligibility requirements are met, which includes working more than 1,000 hours in a 12 month period or more than 500 hours/year in a 24 month period.
Connect with a recruiter today to get started with your application!
Ref: #PHXTZA-Sep26
