We are looking for a teacher who is more than just a "warm body' in the classroom to maintain ratios! We're looking for passionate individuals committed to providing quality care. Our philosophy centers on treating each child with respect, compassion, and understanding. We have high expectations for our teachers in academics, behavior, and peer interactions. Our goal is to create a consistent environment for the kids during their normal teacher's absence.

You can make a significant impact! Our goal is to promote each child's social/emotional, physical, and cognitive development within the classroom. Subs can offer that one moment that makes a difference. Even just one single word, one kind action, one enlightened thought can change a student's life forever.

Cactus Club Subs is the leading childcare substitute agency in Arizona. We're dedicated to providing reliable childcare solutions for early childcare centers and families, ensuring every child has access to qualified and caring educators when they're needed. Our vision is to set a new standard of excellence in backup childcare, creating seamless and stress-free experiences for everyone.

Yes! When you accept a shift, you'll receive an email and a push notification via our user-friendly app. Just click "My Jobs" to see all the details—date, time, location, and any special instructions. We will schedule shifts as they are available, based on what is listed in the system.

We partner with numerous early childhood centers across the Phoenix area, so you can often find placements close to your home or school, saving you valuable travel time.

Absolutely! We are committed to your professional growth. We offer ongoing support to all of our teachers, starting with training and guidance before and during placements. We also partner with Impact Early Education and give our team FREE access to their extensive library of high quality training courses so you can meet your CEU requirements and improve your skills. We are here every step of the way and happy to answer any questions that come up.

Enjoy true flexibility and scheduling freedom! You'll have the ability to set your own schedule based on your availability, whether you're looking for part-time or full-time work. Pick up shifts that work for you and your lifestyle. We want you to be able to achieve work/life balance, one of our core values. You will experience a variety of teaching environments, which will build your resume. We offer placements for Lead Teachers and Assistant Teachers. Your temporary position may evolve into your permanent dream job tomorrow.

At Cactus Club, we're committed to your success! We offer comprehensive onboarding training to equip you with the tools and skills to thrive in any classroom, going beyond state-mandated licensing training. Our team is committed to open communication and will look to you for new ways to improve. We work to maintain great working conditions and competitive wages! If there are other benefits you're looking for - reach out to us! We would love to tell you more about what we offer and potentially add new things to our list of benefits.

We start with the hiring stage. To apply with Cactus Club, our teachers must have at least one year of experience working in a licensed childcare setting. You'll submit your application on our website. Once we receive your application, we'll review it to see if you are a good fit for our team. You'll complete a 30 minute video interview and if it looks like a good fit on both sides, you'll move forward with the profile completion stage. It's important to us that our teachers LOVE kids! So, that means we want you to be happy and excited to work with our partner centers. We complete an in-person onboarding training session with every single teacher before they start onsite at a childcare center or family's home. This ensures you are well equipped as a substitute teacher when you start your first shift. We want to get you working as quickly as possible while ensuring you are fully prepared and compliant with all requirements. The onboarding process can typically be completed within 1-2 weeks, pending completion of all necessary paperwork, background checks, and reference checks. This timeline is completely up to you and how quickly you submit your documentation. We follow all AZ licensing guidelines, so this means your file must be complete before you can start onsite at any childcare center. We'll guide you through each step and are always available to answer your questions!

There are no fees to get started! You can get setup in our system and use us when your needs arise. You are only billed when a sub works in your center. Invoices are generated weekly based on the hours of the assigned teacher. Payments are processed securely through Bill.com, and receipts are sent via email. Please reach out to us to discuss fees and billing inquiries.

Yes! We know how important it is to have similar faces in your center, as well as how quickly you will find that a sub works well with your staff. You can favorite substitutes within our portal for future requests, however, we cannot guarantee specific individuals due to availability. Your favorite subs will see the jobs first and priority will be given when scheduling.

By partnering with us, you are getting highly qualified teachers who undergo continuous staff development, a rewarding referral program, and client appreciation goodies. We are more than a body in your room to maintain state licensing ratios! We are committed to providing reliable teachers and building strong relationships. Contact us to learn more about how we can support your school’s substitute teacher needs.

This starts with the hiring stage! We only hire teachers with a minimum of 1 year experience working in a licensed childcare center, with most of our team having several years under their belt. This ensures our teachers are well equipped to enter your classroom seamlessly with little guidance needed. We prioritize thorough onboarding training and ongoing professional development opportunities. Our teachers meet and exceed AZ licensing guidelines with 18+ hours of PD training hours and have access to our partnership with Impact Early Education. Through Impact Early Ed, our substitute teachers have access to a wealth of online courses and resources to enhance their skills and knowledge. Additionally, we gather feedback from partner schools to continually improve our staff.

All substitutes are licensed according to Arizona state requirements and undergo background checks. You will have access to their complete licensing packet during their scheduled shifts in your portal. We do all of the paperwork and onboarding, so that you have a seamless transition when you are working in your center.

Yes, we accommodate long-term subs, special events, or unique requests. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs. We’re happy to customize solutions for your organization.

Our team is available via phone or email, and we respond within 24 hours. Feel free to reach out anytime for assistance. We are available 7 AM to 5 PM. If you need emergency after-hours support, please text (602) 577-4151.

You can download the app by searching for “Cactus Club” in the App Store or Google Play. Once downloaded, log in with your email address and password used at sign up. You can use the app to place sub requests and view scheduling on the go.

You can place a request through our online portal by selecting the date and submitting your shift needs. You have the option to request one shift at a time or recurring bookings. Contact us if you need assistance with the request process or have specific staffing needs.