Substitute Teacher - Queens, NY

Kokua Education•New York, NY

4d•$182 - $210•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is seeking dedicated individuals to become substitute teachers in Queens and the surrounding NYC area for the 2026-27 school year. This role offers the flexibility to set your own schedule, earn up to $210 per day, and make a significant impact on students' lives by serving as a positive role model and sparking a love for learning. Kokua Education connects talented educators with K-12 schools, aiming to build a diverse network of substitute teachers who contribute positively to students' educational journeys.

Requirements

Completed a Bachelor's Degree.
1+ year(s) experience working with K-12 students.
Confident in managing a classroom of students.
Willing to step in where needed (lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, testing proctoring).
Pass state & federal background checks (costs reimbursed after 10 assignments).
Believe every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world.

Nice To Haves

Willing to commute to 2+ boroughs.
Available to teach 3 days/week.

Responsibilities

Substitute teach in K-12 classrooms.
Manage a classroom of students.
Step in where needed, including lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season.
Add representation in classrooms by sharing unique experiences.
Fulfill the need for positive role models in classrooms.

Benefits

$210/day with weekly paychecks
$182/day for daily positions and $210/day for long-term positions
Paid via W-2
Paid sick days (accrued once you start teaching)
Transportation assistance - opportunity to enroll & use pre-tax dollars for public transportation and parking
Set your own schedule - work up to 5 days/week
Get hired fast - receive an offer within 1 week of applying
Path to full-time - get your foot in the door for permanent roles at high-performing K-12 school
Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the NYC area
Real support, 6am-8pm daily
Add representation - help kids learn from your unique experiences