Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in New York City and help your local schools in solving the teacher shortage.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2023-24 school year, and will follow up with candidates in July 2023.

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
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Add representation to the classroom
• Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
• Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments you're most excited about

You'll need:

• Completed Bachelor's Degree (per NYC requirement)
• 1+ year(s) experience working with K-12 students
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass a background check
• Availability within a 7:30am-4:30pm window, as start and end times vary by school
• Preference is given to candidates willing to commute to Brooklyn

With Kokua, you'll get:

• Earn up to $185 daily
  • $161 - $180/day for daily positions and $185 - $210/day for long-term positions
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 48 hours of applying
• Gain experience at a wide variety of private and charter schools across NYC
• Access full-time teaching opportunities at top rated schools
• Ongoing professional development sessions to strengthen your teaching skills
• Transportation assistance - opportunity to enroll & use pre-tax dollars for public transportation and parking
• A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
• A support team of former teachers available from 6am-7:30pm who care about your success

About Kokua Education

Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting amazing individuals to K-12 substitute positions for over 11 years. We currently operate in five states, and serve school across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens, building a growing community of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students' lives. We believe that proximity is power and one role model can change a life forever.

As our Hawaiian name says, Kokua is about coming together as a community and paving a pathway for youth for generations to come.