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Special Education Substitute Teacher (Temporary)

VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY INC·Phoenix, Arizona

$43,000 - $43,000/yrFull TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago
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Special Education Substitute Teacher (Temporary) · $43,000 - $43,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -14% vs. median posted salary for substitute teacher roles in Arizona ($50,000)
  • 11 similar openings in the Phoenix area
$33,800 · p10p90 · $300,000
this role: $43,000median $50,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted substitute teacher roles in Arizona salarys. This role sits in the 27th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 14% below the Arizona median for substitute teacher roles.

The Special Education Teacher will support students through co-planning, co-teaching, and providing targeted pull-out support while managing IEP/504 compliance. They will collaborate with general education staff to differentiate curriculum and foster a positive, rigorous learning environment.

Job DetailsJob Location

  • VCP
  • Maryvale -
  • Phoenix,
  • AZ 85035Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level: 4
  • Year
  • DegreeSalary
  • Range: $43,000.00 SalaryWhy Vista? Vista College Prep empowers all children to aim higher and go further by providing them with access to a top quality education that prepares them for competitive high schools, colleges, and the world beyond. At Vista, we blend excellence, joy, community, and transparency to create a unique educational experience. We cultivate an environment where children love to learn together, teachers love teaching, and leaders love leading. As a team at Vista, we are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. We are especially committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences of our students because we believe the best work we do is grounded in the realities and experiences of our students and families. We believe that diversity is crucial for effecting lasting change, is one of our greatest strengths, and is a critical element of reaching the full potential of our team and community. Join us!
  • Your
  • Impact: Special Education Teachers support students and staff through co-planning, coteaching, inclusion, and pull-out support for students receiving special education services. Vista Teachers cultivate a love for learning, positive school culture, and a focused learning environment for students of all backgrounds and ability levels, while implementing rigorous, standards-aligned lessons to help students achieve and exceed grade-level expectations.
  • Your impact includes: Foster positive student relationships through core values and social-emotional learning Develop and implement rigorous, standards-aligned IEPs and 504 plans with targeted goals tied to grade level expectations for all students in case load, revising as updating as needed or, at minimum, annually Teach and facilitate school-wide systems and procedures in alignment with our school culture Serve as an inclusion teacher as needed to more effectively support the learning abilities of all students Collaborate with general education teachers and school staff to ensure appropriate differentiation of curriculum and delivery of accommodations and modifications per IEPs and 504 Plans of students in case load Engage in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions Communicate effectively and proactively with students, families, and colleagues, centering on relationships as core to our work Review student data to address learning needs and hold all students accountable for content mastery Manage all Special Education-related compliance and documentation, including but not limited to meeting requests, signed IEP Progress Reports, evaluations, Teacher Input Questionnaires, and Special Education files Coordinate with Student Success Team and contracted providers, including but not limited to Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, and School Psychologist as needed Work to continuously improve effectiveness in all instructional practices, using school’s teacher performance rubric as a guide; Be accountable for students’ mastery of IEP/504 Plan goals Participating in annual staff training to connect as a community and prepare for the coming school year

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid Special Education certification. Additionally, the ability to obtain an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card is required.

  • bachelor degree
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Differentiation
  • Co-teaching
  • Data analysis
  • IEP development
  • Classroom management
  • Curriculum development
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Special education
  • Student assessment
  • Compliance documentation
  • Instructional practices
  • 504 plan implementation

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development
  • Laptop
  • Mental health resources
  • Employer match

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$43,000 - $43,000/yr
Location
Phoenix, Arizona
Posted
Apr 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

VISTA COLLEGE PREPARATORY INC

Vista College Prep is a growing network of high-performing, tuition-free public charter schools in historically underserved communities of Phoenix. VCP was founded in 2013 with the belief that demographics do not determine destiny and that all students deserve an excellent...

IndustryPrimary and Secondary Education
TypeNonprofit
Size51-200 employees
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  • Your
  • Compensation: In recognition of our team members’ impact, Vista offers a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive compensation package to support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Competitive base salaries reflective of our local market plus candidate experience and education level Candidates certified to teach Special Education in Arizona will receive a $3,000 stipend in addition to their compensation base pay. Candidates not certified to teach Special Education in Arizona will receive a $2,000 stipend in addition to their compensation base pay. Additional compensation of up to $15,000 per year on top of base pay through our Teacher Career Pathway, plus professional development opportunities and formal recognition of your impact Robust healthcare plans for full-time staff, with health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans at little to no cost in monthly premiums and $0 copays, plus confidential, 24/7, no-cost mental health resources and a healthcare concierge service to support your overall experience using your plans Retirement benefits through a 401k with John Hancock and up to a 3% employer match 8 days of PTO, parental leave, and a school calendar with 27 paid holidays, school vacations, and Wellness Fridays built in strategically to support the sustainability of our work All the tools needed to succeed, including all curricular materials, quality professional development, classroom supplies, laptop computers for staff and 1:1 devices for students Opportunities for leadership, growth, and advancement on our team Qualifications Investment in Vista’s mission, educational model, and belief in the potential of all students to achieve Mastery of and enthusiasm for teaching academic content Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree, Special Education certification, and ability to obtain a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • Market context

    Arizona substitute teacher market context

    Arizona schools often need substitute teachers to cover daily absences, so candidates with a bachelor’s degree in education, a current state substitute teaching certificate, and a clean background check are commonly considered. This role can be competitive because districts may look for applicants who can step in quickly and manage classrooms reliably. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certificate status and background-check readiness before applying.

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