Substitute Teacher - Up to $180 daily

Kokua EducationCamden, NJ
Onsite

About The Position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Newark, NJ and help your local schools in solving the teacher shortage. 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 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 Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about With Kokua, you’ll get: Earn up to $190/day $160 per day for daily assignments and $180 per day for long-term assignments A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less Reimbursement for your substitute teaching certificate or emergency license Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top rated schools 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

Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree
  • New Jersey Substitute Teaching Credential (or eligible for one)
  • 1+ year(s) experience working with students
  • Confidence to manage a classroom of students
  • Ability to pass state & federal background check
  • Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

Nice To Haves

  • Holders of an instructional Certificate of Eligibility (CE), Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS), a standard instructional certificate, or an administrative or educational services certificate shall not be required to obtain a substitute credential before serving as a substitute teacher.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a classroom of students
  • Empower students to be their best
  • Connect students with classroom role models

Benefits

  • Earn up to $190/day
  • $160 per day for daily assignments and $180 per day for long-term assignments
  • Quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
  • Reimbursement for your substitute teaching certificate or emergency license
  • Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top rated schools
  • W-2 employment
  • Supportive community with access to Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
  • Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week
  • Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
  • Autonomy to choose teaching assignments & locations
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