Substitute Teacher - Staten Island, NY

Kokua EducationNew York, NY
Hybrid

About The Position

Kokua is seeking substitute teachers for the 2024-25 school year in New York City. This role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact in the community, help address the teacher shortage, and provide students with role models. The position offers flexibility in scheduling and location, allowing teachers to pursue other interests while contributing to students' education. Kokua Education, founded by a former teacher, has been connecting individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years and operates in various schools across NYC.

Requirements

  • 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

Nice To Haves

  • Preference given to candidates who can work at least 3 days/week
  • Preference is given to candidates willing to commute to 2+ boroughs
  • Include all relevant experience working with students on your resume to be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

  • Positively contribute to your community by sparking a love for learning with students.
  • Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America.
  • Manage a classroom of students.
  • Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from unique experiences.

Benefits

  • Earn up to $204 daily with weekly paychecks
  • $177/day for daily positions and $204/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 K-12 schools
  • Accrue paid sick days once you start teaching
  • 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
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