Substitute Teacher - La Joya, TX

Kokua Education; Puerto Rico; On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

W-2 employment

Job summary

Kokua Education is seeking substitute teachers for the Rio Grande Valley area in Texas. You set your schedule, work up to 5 days a week, and earn up to $145 per day with weekly pay. Qualifications include 1 year of experience with kids and 48+ college credits; you’ll be evaluated quickly and can move toward permanent roles at high-performing K-12 schools.

We reimburse background checks after 10 assignments and offer support from 6am–8pm daily to help you succeed as a role model in the community.

Qualifications

• Have at least 1 year working with kids in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, etc.)
• Completed 48+ college credit hours
• Feel confident managing a classroom of students
• Are willing to step in where needed - this could include lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season
• Pass state & federal background checks (costs reimbursed after 10 assignments)
• Believe every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

Responsibilities

• Set your schedule - work up to 5 days/week in teaching assignments you’re most excited about
• Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Rio Grande Valley area
• Real support, 6am-8pm daily - we care about your success
• Add representation - help kids learn from your unique experiences

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Flexibility

Education

48+ college credit hours

Job description

Set your own schedule, earn up to $145/day, and make a real difference in your community. Become a substitute teacher in Rio Grande Valley, TX and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.

In Hawaiian, Kokua (Koh-KOO-ah) means to come together to fulfill a need. For us, that means placing positive role models in classrooms who spark a love for learning.

You’ll earn:

• Up to $145/day paid weekly

  • Up to $117 per day for High School/GED, 48+ college credits, and Associate’s degree substitute teachers
  • Up to $145 per day for Bachelor’s and Master’s/Professional (MBA, JD, M. Ed, etc) degree substitute teachers

• Paid via W-2, meaning no year-end tax headaches

What makes Kokua different:

• You set the schedule - work up to 5 days/week in teaching assignments you’re most excited about
• Get hired fast - receive an offer within 1 week of applying
• Path to full-time - get your foot in the door for permanent roles at high-performing K-12 schools
• Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Rio Grande Valley area
• Real support, 6am-8pm daily - we care about your success
• Add representation - help kids learn from your unique experiences

You’re a great fit if you:

• Have at least 1 year working with kids in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, etc.)
• Completed 48+ college credit hours
• Feel confident managing a classroom of students
• Are willing to step in where needed - this could include lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season
• Pass state & federal background checks (costs reimbursed after 10 assignments)
• Believe every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

Pro tip: To put your best foot forward, please include all relevant experience working with students on your resume to be considered for this role!

About Kokua Education

Founded in 2011 by a former teacher, Kokua (koh-KOO-ah) connects talented, professional educators with K-12 schools across the country. We’re building a growing and diverse network of dedicated substitute teachers who make a positive difference in students’ lives.

Our substitute teachers do more than cover lesson plans. They’re role models who play a pivotal role in their communities, paving pathways for generations to come.

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