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Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Austin, TX and create powerful moments that shift students perception of what s possible.
In case you re wondering, it s pronounced Koh-KOO-ah. In Hawaiian, Kokua means to come together to fulfill a need and we re excited to have you join us in connecting students with classroom role models who can empower them to be their best.
Perks of substitute teaching:
- Positively contribute to your community - spark a love for learning with your students
- Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
- Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
- Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
- Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences
- Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you re most excited about
With Kokua, you ll get:
- Earn up to $208/day with weekly paychecks
- $140 per day for degreed substitute teachers, $187 per day for long-term assignments, and an additional $20 on Mondays & Fridays.
- $120 per day for non-degreed substitute teachers, while still earning the same $187 per day long-term rate with the additional $20 bonus on Mondays & Fridays
- A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
- Teach close to home - choose from IDEA schools across the Austin area
- Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at IDEA, one of the top-rated charter districts in the country
- Reimbursement for background check cost after teaching 10 assignments
- Referral bonus
- A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
- Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
You ll need:
- Minimum of 48 college credit hours or 1+ year(s) working with children
- Bachelor s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution strongly preferred.
- Classroom Experience may compensate for education requirements
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Works collaboratively and is open to observation and critical feedback.
- Unwavering belief that a college education is possible for all children, and a commitment to developing a school-wide culture that fosters a productive, enthusiastic learning environment.
- Excitement about working for a school system that is changing the status quo of education in the United States
- Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
About Kokua Education
Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across the Austin area, building a growing community of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students lives. We believe that one role model can change a student s life forever.
As our Hawaiian name says, Kokua is about coming together as a community and paving a pathway for generations to come.