Part-time Substitute Teacher - Up to $27 hourly
About The Position
Kokua is seeking Substitute Teachers in Chicago, IL, to make a positive impact in the community by creating powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We are accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year and offer a quick hiring process. Kokua, meaning 'to come together to fulfill a need,' aims to connect students with classroom role models who can empower them. Substitute teaching offers the chance to positively contribute to your community, help address the teacher shortage, enjoy a flexible schedule up to 5 days a week, and work great hours typically from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. You can also add representation to the classroom and choose assignments and locations that excite you.
Requirements
- 6 months experience working with students (tutoring, camps, volunteer and other experience counts!)
- Associate's Degree (or 60+ credit hours) or higher
- Current residence in or willingness to commute to Chicago IL
- Substitute Teaching License or Paraprofessional license
- Confidence to manage a classroom of students
- Ability to pass state & federal background check
- Have reliable means of transportation
- Not be on the CPS do not hire list.
Nice To Haves
- Get your foot in the door for full-time teaching positions at top rated schools.
Responsibilities
- Manage a classroom of students.
- Create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
- Positively contribute to your community.
- Spark a love for learning with your students.
- Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America.
- Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences.
- Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about.
Benefits
- Pay up to $27 hourly with weekly paychecks; range depends on credentials & experience
- A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
- Reimbursement for substitute teaching license
- Accrue paid sick days after 6 months
- Extra $$$ when you take selected shifts
- A $50 referral bonus when you refer your friends
- A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
- A team of supportive & caring individuals to help your journey into teaching
- Reimbursement for out of pocket costs for substitute teaching license application
- Reimbursement for background check fee after teaching 10 days in the classroom
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
