Prepare to Substitute Teach at Mesa Public Schools
Get professionally trained for substitute teaching at Mesa Public Schools in Mesa, Arizona. Our courses prepare you for success.
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Schools
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Students
$110
Daily Rate
PK-12
Grades
District Overview
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Number of Schools
62,000
Total Students
PK-12
Grade Span
City-Large
Location Type
Maricopa County
County
$110
Sub Teacher Daily Rate
How to Prepare for Mesa Public Schools
Review Arizona State Requirements
Understand the state requirements for substitute teaching, including a 60 college credit hours. Our courses are designed to help you meet and exceed these standards.
Complete Professional Training
Build essential classroom skills with CertifiedSub's online courses. Learn classroom management, lesson delivery, safety procedures, and more — all at your own pace.
Complete optional professional training
A CertifiedSub certificate of completion documents this course only. It is not a state license and does not make you eligible to work at this district. Confirm permit, background-check, and pay rules with the district.
Pass Background Check
Complete the required background check and fingerprinting process. Processing typically takes 1-4 weeks.
Connect with the District
After you meet Mesa Public Schools's own hiring rules, you can apply directly with the district. CertifiedSub does not place teachers.
Arizona State Requirements
Education Requirements
Arizona requires substitute teacher candidates to hold a minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution for a standard Substitute Teaching Certificate. Alternatively, candidates with 60 or more college credit hours may qualify for a Substitute Teaching Certificate in certain circumstances, depending on district needs.
Background Check
Arizona requires all substitute teachers to obtain an Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. This card involves a thorough FBI and state-level criminal background check. The Fingerprint Clearance Card must remain valid and current throughout the period of employment.
Age Requirements
Substitute teachers in Arizona must be at least 21 years of age to obtain a Substitute Teaching Certificate from the Arizona Department of Education. This requirement applies to all public school substitute placements throughout the state.
Application Process
Candidates apply for the Substitute Teaching Certificate online through the Arizona Department of Education's certification portal. The application requires submission of official transcripts, a valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, and applicable fees. After obtaining the state certificate, applicants register with individual school districts.
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