Job Description

Limited Positions - Now hiring 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.
Don’t wait, connect with a recruiter today and see how we can help you find the perfect role. Apply now to get your foot in the door and secure your next role before the first day of school!

About Zen Educate
Zen Educate is a technology-driven platform that connects schools with high-quality educators in a faster, more transparent way. We simplify the hiring process by matching educators to roles that align with their skills, preferences, and availability.
By reducing friction for schools and increasing access to opportunities for educators, we’re building a more efficient and fair education staffing system.

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.

Ready to get started? Connect with a recruiter today to feel the difference you can make.

Ref: #PHXTZA-Oct26

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Local area, Visa sponsorship, Work visa, Relocation package

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