Part-time Substitute Teacher - Up to $190 daily

Kokua Education•Washington, DC

11h•$170 - $190

About The Position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in D.C. and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We're currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year, and you can begin interviewing 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 - spark a love for learning with your students Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions and fit substitute teaching into your life 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 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 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 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 with weekly paychecks $170/day for daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments 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 D.C. area Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top rated schools A $50 referral bonus when you refer your friends Free ongoing professional development 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 talented individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across the D.C. area, building a growing and diverse network 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.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or 60+ credit hours
1+ year(s) working with students
Confidence to manage a classroom of students
Ability to pass state & federal background check
Completion of required employment history review and SSOA training, in compliance with D.C. law
Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

Benefits

Pay: earn up to $190/day with weekly paychecks
$170/day for daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments
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 D.C. area
Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top rated schools
A $50 referral bonus when you refer your friends
Free ongoing professional development
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
Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions and fit substitute teaching into your life
Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm