Substitute Teacher - Richmond, CA
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Kokua Education
Richmond, CA, US
Summary
Substitute teachers are responsible for managing elementary classrooms and creating impactful learning moments for students. They act as role models to help solve the teacher shortage while maintaining a positive and supportive educational environment.
Job Description
Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become an elementary substitute teacher with Kokua in Richmond and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
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
- 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 up to $270 daily with weekly paychecks
- $232 for daily assignments and $270 for long-term assignments
- Get your foot in the door for full-time teaching positions at top rated schools
- 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
You’ll need:
- 1+ year(s) experience working with students (tutoring, camps, volunteer and other experience counts!)
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- California Substitute Teaching Permit
- Don't have your license yet? No worries! We'll walk you through the application process
- Confidence to manage a classroom of students
- Must pass fingerprint-based background checks for individuals working in schools
- Eligible to work in the U.S. and able to complete required employment eligibility verification
About Kokua Education
Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools since 2011. We currently operate in schools across the country, 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.
