Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become an early childhood substitute teacher (3-4 year olds) with Kokua in D.C. 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 Teach up to 5 days/week 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: Pay: earn up to $190/day $170/day daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments Receive weekly paychecks A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less Teach close to home - choose from schools across the D.C. area Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at high performing schools 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 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 in D.C., 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.
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Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees