Part-time Substitute Teacher - Up to $195 daily

Kokua Education•Minneapolis, MN

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is hiring part-time substitute teachers for the 2026–27 school year. Substitute teachers work in K–12 schools, setting their own schedule and choosing assignments, with the option to work up to five days per week and a requirement to work at least two days per week. Daily positions pay $178 per day, while long-term positions pay $195 per day; selected shifts may offer additional pay. Pay is weekly and issued via W-2. The company says applicants can receive an offer within one week of applying and provides support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, along with free professional development. Teachers may also be considered for permanent roles at high-performing schools. Applicants without a Minnesota substitute teaching or educator license can receive help with the online application process, with out-of-pocket licensing costs reimbursed after they start teaching. Background-check costs are reimbursed after ten assignments.

Requirements

At least six months of experience working with children in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
A bachelor’s degree or higher.
A Minnesota Substitute Teaching License or educator license; applicants without a license may be guided through the online application process.
Confidence managing a classroom of students.
Willingness to take on duties where needed, including lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring.
Willingness to work at least two days per week.
Pass state and federal background checks.
Belief that every child has a unique and powerful gift to share with the world.

Responsibilities

Teach and support students in K–12 schools as a substitute teacher.
Manage a classroom of students and step in where needed.
Provide lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and testing-season proctoring as needed.
Serve as a positive role model and help spark students’ interest in learning.