Substitute Teacher - Rockford, IL

Kokua Education • Rockford, IL

7d • $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is hiring substitute teachers in Rockford, Illinois, for the 2026–27 school year. Substitute teachers work in K–12 classrooms, helping students learn and serving as positive role models. You can choose your schedule and work up to five days per week in teaching assignments that interest you. Assignments may also include lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring. Kokua provides daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. and assistance with obtaining a substitute teaching license. The role offers pay of up to $27 per hour, with the rate depending on credentials and experience, and weekly paychecks through W-2 employment. Applicants may begin the interview process immediately.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience working with students in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
• An associate degree or at least 60 credit hours.
• An Illinois Substitute Teaching License or Paraprofessional license; applicants without a license can receive assistance with the online application process.
• Confidence managing a classroom of students.
• Willingness to step in where needed, including supervision, tutoring, and proctoring duties.
• Pass state and federal background checks; costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments.
• Current resident of Rockford or willingness to commute there.
• Candidates currently on the CPS do-not-hire list cannot be hired.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience working with students included on the resume.
• A substitute teaching license, though Kokua will help applicants obtain one and reimburse out-of-pocket costs after they start teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach and support students in K–12 school assignments.
• Manage a classroom of students and help carry out lesson plans.
• Provide additional support as needed, including lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring.
• Choose assignments and set a schedule, with the option to work up to five days per week.
• Serve as a positive role model and help students recognize their potential.

Benefits

• Up to $27 hourly, depending on credentials and experience, with weekly paychecks.
• W-2 employment.
• Flexible schedule; choose assignments and work up to five days per week.
• Daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• $50 referral bonus.
• Accrue paid sick days after six months.
• Reimbursement for substitute teaching license costs.
• Reimbursement for background-check costs after 10 assignments.
• Potential path to permanent roles at high-performing K–12 schools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree