Part-time Substitute Teacher - Austin, TX

Kokua Education•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua is seeking substitute teachers in Austin, TX for the 2025-26 school year. This role offers the opportunity to positively contribute to the community by inspiring students and helping to address the teacher shortage. Kokua, which means 'to come together to fulfill a need' in Hawaiian, connects talented individuals with K-12 schools. Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has over 13 years of experience building a diverse network of dedicated substitute teachers who aim to make a difference in students' lives, believing that a single role model can profoundly impact a student's future. The position offers flexibility and autonomy in choosing assignments and locations.

Requirements

1+ year(s) working with students in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, camps, etc.)
Minimum of 48 college credit hours
Confidence to manage a classroom of students
Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
Ability to pass state & federal background checks

Responsibilities

Positively contribute to your community - spark a love for learning with your students
Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences
Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about
Lead classrooms and help create a safe, supportive learning environment
Step in where needed throughout the school day to support your campus - this could include lunch/recess supervision, hall and bathroom monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season

Benefits

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
Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences
Autonomy - choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about
Weekly paychecks - earn up to $200/day
$129 daily for high school/GED, some college (48+ credits), or Associate’s
$150 daily for Bachelor’s and above
$200 daily for long-term assignments (all qualifications)
A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
The chance to teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Austin 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
Out-of-pocket costs will be reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments