Long-term Certified Special Education Substitute Teacher - Up to $204 daily

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in San Antonio, 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.

• Positively contribute to your community - spark a love for learning with your students
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Teach 5 days/week in a consistent long-term assignment
• Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experience
• Autonomy - choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

• Weekly paychecks - earn up to $204 daily
  • $185 per day for daily assignments and $204 per day for long-term assignments
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• The chance to teach close to home - choose from schools across the San Antonio area
• Your foot in the door for full-time positions at high-performing K-12 schools
• A W-2, meaning no fussing with taxes at year-end
• A supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua’s support team from 6 AM - 8 PM every day
• The opportunity to lead classrooms and help create a safe, supportive learning environment

• 1+ year(s) classroom teaching experience, preferably in a special education setting
• Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education (EC-12) - proof of valid certification required
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Willingness to teach 5 days/week consistently
• Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
• Ability to pass state & federal background checks
  • Out-of-pocket costs will be reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments

Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools since 2011. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across the San Antonio area, building a growing and diverse network 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.