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How much do substitute principal jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for substitute principal in Arizona is $21.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.57 and $25.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a substitute principal?

A Substitute Principal temporarily assumes the responsibilities of a school principal when they are absent. This includes managing daily operations, addressing student and staff concerns, ensuring a safe learning environment, and enforcing school policies. They may also oversee disciplinary actions, coordinate with teachers, and communicate with parents. The role requires strong leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills to maintain continuity in school administration.

What are the typical responsibilities of a substitute principal?

As a Substitute Principal, you are responsible for overseeing daily school operations, ensuring adherence to academic and behavioral standards, and responding to urgent issues or emergencies. Your day may include supervising staff, managing schedules, communicating with parents, and supporting student needs. You'll often collaborate closely with assistant principals, teachers, and support staff to maintain continuity and ensure a safe, productive environment. The role requires the flexibility to step in on short notice and effectively uphold school policies and expectations. Gaining experience as a Substitute Principal can also be a valuable stepping stone for those interested in permanent administrative positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a substitute principal?

A Substitute Principal should have a valid administrative credential, experience in educational leadership, and a thorough understanding of school policies and operations. Familiarity with student information systems, incident reporting tools, and district communication platforms is often required. Strong interpersonal skills, decisiveness, and the ability to quickly build rapport with staff, students, and parents set outstanding candidates apart. These capabilities are crucial for maintaining school continuity, safety, and positive culture during a principal's absence.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Substitute Principal jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Substitute Principal job openings:

Infographic showing various Substitute Principal job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,534 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Substitute Teacher

Sacaton, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Substitute/Substitute Teacher
Date Posted:
4/15/2025
Location:
Sacaton Elementary School District No. 18
TITLE: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Arizona Certification required
  2. Regular certificate or substitute certificate

REPORTS TO: Principal
JOB GOAL: To enable each child to pursue his education as smoothly and completely as possible in the absence of his regular teacher.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  1. Reports to the building principal or school secretary upon arrival at the school building.
  2. Reviews with the principal, department head, or team leader all plans and schedules to be followed during the teaching day.
  3. Maintains as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which he/she is assigned.
  4. Teaches the lesson outline as described in the Substitute Teacher's Guide as prepared by the absent teacher.
  5. Consults as appropriate, with the building principal, department head, or team leader before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified I the Substitute Teacher's Guide.
  6. Assumes responsibility for overseeing pupil behavior in class and during lunch and recess periods.
  7. Reports in writing, on the form provided by the school secretary, on the day's activities at the conclusion of each teaching day.
  8. Follows all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject and which good teacher practice dictates.