Substitute Teacher - Kyle, TX

Kokua Education•Kyle, TX

5d•$200•Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is hiring substitute teachers for the 2026–27 school year in Kyle, Buda, Bluff Springs, and the surrounding Austin area. Substitute teachers work in K–12 schools, covering lesson plans and serving as positive role models who support students’ learning and broaden their sense of what is possible. Teachers set their own schedules and may work up to five days per week in assignments they are most interested in. The role can also provide a path toward permanent positions at high-performing K–12 schools. Pay is up to $200 per day and is paid weekly via W-2. The stated daily rates are $129 for candidates with some college (48 or more credits) or an associate degree, $150 for candidates with a bachelor’s degree or higher, and $200 for long-term assignments at all qualification levels. Kokua says candidates may receive an offer within one week of applying and provides support daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Background-check costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working with children in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
At least 48 completed college credit hours.
Confidence managing a classroom of students.
Willingness to step in where needed, including supervision, tutoring, and test proctoring.
Pass state and federal background checks; costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments.

Responsibilities

Cover lesson plans in K–12 classrooms and support students’ learning.
Manage a classroom of students.
Step in where needed, including lunch or recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season.
Serve as a positive role model and help students recognize their potential.