Substitute Teacher - Up to $206 daily

Kokua Education • Nashville, TN

1d • $206 • Onsite

About The Position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Nashville, TN 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 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 to help kids learn from your unique experiences Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about With Kokua, you’ll get: Earn up to $206/day with weekly paychecks $171/day for daily positions and $206/day for long-term positions A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less Teach close to home - choose from KIPP schools across the Nashville area Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at KIPP, one of the highest performing charter networks in the country 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: Associate’s degree or 60+ credit hours Bachelor's degree preferred, but candidates will be considered based on relevant experience 1+ year(s) experience working with students Willingness to work at least 3 days/week Preference given to candidates available to work Mondays and/or Fridays 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 amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Nashville, building a growing community 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

• Associate’s degree or 60+ credit hours
• Bachelor's degree preferred, but candidates will be considered based on relevant experience
• 1+ year(s) experience working with students
• Willingness to work at least 3 days/week
• Preference given to candidates available to work Mondays and/or Fridays
• 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

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but candidates will be considered based on relevant experience
• Preference given to candidates available to work Mondays and/or Fridays

Benefits

• Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
• Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Earn up to $206/day with weekly paychecks
• $171/day for daily positions and $206/day for long-term positions
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Teach close to home - choose from KIPP schools across the Nashville area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at KIPP, one of the highest performing charter networks in the country
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees