Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Fort Worth, TX and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year, and you can start the interview process right away!
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
- 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
- Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about
With Kokua, you’ll get:
- Earn up to $167 per day with weekly paychecks (Up to 151/day for daily positions and ip to $167/day for long-term positions)
- A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
- Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Fort Worth area
- Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated schools like IDEA Public Schools, Uplift Education and International Leadership of Texas
- 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:
- Associate’s Degree or 48+ credit hours
- 1+ year(s) experience working with students
- Confidence to manage a classroom of students
- Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
- Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
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 Fort Worth, 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.
