Substitute Teacher Job at Kokua Education, Washington DC

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  • Kokua Education
  • Washington DC

Job Description

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in D.C. and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.

We're currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year, and you can begin interviewing right away!

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

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:

  • Pay: earn up to $190/day with weekly paychecks - $170/day for daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments
  • 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 D.C. area
  • Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top rated schools
  • A $50 referral bonus when you refer your friends
  • Free ongoing professional development
  • 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
  • 1+ year(s) working with students
  • Confidence to manage a classroom of students
  • Ability to pass state & federal background check
  • Completion of required employment history review and SSOA training, in compliance with D.C. law
  • 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 the D.C. area, 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.

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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