Substitute Teacher - Antioch, TN
About The Position
Kokua Education is hiring substitute teachers in Antioch and the surrounding Nashville area for the 2026–27 school year. Substitute teachers work in K–12 schools, cover lesson plans, and serve as positive role models who help students see what is possible. The role offers flexible scheduling: teachers choose assignments and may work up to five days per week, with a stated minimum of three days per week. Assignments may include daily and long-term positions, and teachers may be asked to help with lunch or recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and test proctoring. Pay is $171 per day for daily positions and $206 per day for long-term positions, with weekly paychecks and W-2 employment. Kokua says it provides support daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., free professional development, and a path to permanent roles at high-performing K–12 schools. Applicants must pass state and federal background checks; the costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments. The company participates in E-Verify for employment eligibility verification in Tennessee.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience working with children in any setting, such as a classroom, tutoring, or coaching.
- An associate degree or at least 60 credit hours.
- Confidence managing a classroom of students.
- Willingness to work at least three days per week.
- Pass state and federal background checks; costs are reimbursed after 10 assignments.
- Belief that every child has a unique and powerful gift to share with the world.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred; candidates may also be considered based on relevant experience.
- Relevant experience working with students should be included on the resume.
Responsibilities
- Teach and supervise students in K–12 school assignments, covering lesson plans.
- 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 foster students’ love of learning.
Benefits
- Weekly paychecks.
- Free professional development.
- Daily support from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Path to permanent roles at high-performing K–12 schools.
- $50 referral bonus for referring friends.
- Background-check costs reimbursed after 10 assignments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
