Part-time Substitute Teacher - Brownsville, TX

Kokua Education • Brownsville, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kokua Education is hiring part-time substitute teachers in Brownsville and the surrounding Rio Grande Valley area for the 2026–27 school year. Substitute teachers support K–12 classrooms, serve as positive role models, and help students engage with learning. You can choose your schedule and work up to five days per week in teaching assignments that interest you. Assignments may also involve lunch or recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring.

Pay is up to $145 per day, paid weekly. Substitute teachers with a high school diploma or GED, 48 or more college credits, or an associate degree can earn up to $117 per day; those with a bachelor’s, master’s, or professional degree can earn up to $145 per day. Employment is paid via W-2. Kokua says applicants may receive an offer within one week, provides daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., and offers a possible path to permanent roles at K–12 schools. Background-check costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments.

Founded in 2011 by a former teacher, Kokua Education connects educators with K–12 schools across the country and aims to build a diverse network of substitute teachers who make a positive difference in students’ lives.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience working with children in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
• At least 48 college credit hours.
• Confidence managing a classroom of students.
• Willingness to take on duties where needed, including supervision, tutoring, and test proctoring.
• Pass state and federal background checks.
• Include relevant experience working with students on the resume.

Responsibilities

• Substitute for teachers and support classroom instruction in K–12 schools.
• Manage a classroom of students.
• Step in where needed, including lunch and recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season.
• Serve as a positive role model and help students engage with learning.

Benefits

• Pay up to $145 per day, paid weekly; rate depends on education level.
• Schedule flexibility, with the option to work up to five days per week and select preferred assignments.
• Background-check costs reimbursed after 10 assignments.
• Daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Potential path to permanent roles at high-performing K–12 schools.
• Opportunity to choose schools across the Rio Grande Valley area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED