Arizona

How Do I Sub With Swing Education In Arizona? A Complete Guide

Requirements

To start substitute teaching in the great Copper State of Arizona, you need two things:

  1. A valid credential (a Substitute Teacher's Credential or Teaching Credential)
  2. An IVP fingerprint clearance card

NOTE: You will need to have a valid credential before becoming a substitute with Swing Education.

If you already have a valid credential:

  • Log into your Swing Education account
  • Enter your Public Educator ID
    • (Don't remember your Public Educator ID? You can look it up here.) 
  • Wait 3-4 days while Swing updates your account

 

What Credentials Do We Accept?

Swing accepts all administrative, Pre-K to 12 teaching, international teaching, and substitute teaching certificates, with the exception of Athletic Coaching, Intern, and Native American Language certificates. Swing also accepts a limited number of emergency certificates issued pursuant to COVID-19 directives. 
You can reach out to our support team if you have any questions about if your specific certificate is valid at support@swingeducation.com, live chat, or by messaging our help center at https://support.swingeducation.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

How Do I Get a Credential if I Don't Have One?

You can apply for a new credential here: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification 
Or you can renew your credential here: https://www.azed.gov/educator-certification/educator-certification-renew-your-certification

How to Get an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Student safety is of the utmost importance in Arizona, so before becoming a substitute teacher, you’ll need to pass a background check.

If you don’t have an IVP Clearance Card, click here for more information on how to obtain one.

If you have an IVP Clearance Card:

  • Log into your Swing Education account
  • Provide Swing with your IVP card number
  • Swing will update your account within the next 1-2 days

And, that's it! Remember, you can always message us with any questions.