Pre-K Substitute Teacher - Up to $190 daily

Kokua Education; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay up to $190/day

Weekly paychecks

Flexible schedule (up to 5 days/week)

Work hours 7:30 am–3:30 pm

Support team hours 6 am–8 pm

W-2 status

Path to full-time positions

Job summary

Kokua Education in Washington, DC is seeking a pre-K substitute teacher to support classrooms and empower students. You’ll be paid for your impact and enjoy a flexible schedule that fits your other commitments.

Hours typically 7:30 am–3:30 pm with pay up to $190 per day. Join a supportive team, with a quick hiring process and potential paths to full-time roles across DC-area schools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.
• Experience working with children between pre-K and 3rd grade.
• 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.

Skills

Classroom management

Experience with young children (pre-K–

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a pre-K substitute teacher with Kokua in D.C. 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 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

  • $170/day daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments

• Receive weekly paychecks

• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less

• Teach close to home - choose from schools across the D.C. area

• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at high performing schools

• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
• Experience working with children between pre-K and 3rd grade
• 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 amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools in D.C., 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.