Substitute Teacher - Westminster, CO
About The Position
Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Westminster and surrounding Denver area and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We are now accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year, and you can start the interview process immediately! 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 - spark a love for learning with your students Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions and fit substitute teaching into your life Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about With Kokua, you’ll get: Salary: Earn up to $220/day with weekly paychecks $170-200 for daily positions and $187-220 for long-term positions, dependent on experience and certification Start accruing paid sick days immediately A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Denver area 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 You’ll need: Bachelor's Degree preferred, but non-degreed candidates will be considered based on relevant work experience 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 About Kokua Education Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Denver, building a growing and diverse network of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students’ lives. We believe that one role model can change a student’s life forever. As our Hawaiian name says, Kokua is about coming together as a community and paving a pathway for generations to come.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree preferred, but non-degreed candidates will be considered based on relevant work experience
- 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
Benefits
- Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions and fit substitute teaching into your life
- Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
- Salary: Earn up to $220/day with weekly paychecks
- $170-200 for daily positions and $187-220 for long-term positions, dependent on experience and certification
- Start accruing paid sick days immediately
- A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
- Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Denver area
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
