American Sign Language Substitute Teacher - Up to $234/day

About the position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Denver, CO and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We're currently hiring substitute teachers fluent in American Sign Language to support daily and long-term assignments in a K-12 Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing setting. 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.

Responsibilities

• Positively contribute to your community - spark a love for learning with your students
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, but non-degreed candidates will be considered based on relevant work experience
• Proficiency in American Sign Language and comfortability working with deaf or hard-of-hearing students
• 1+ year(s) experience working with youth
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal background check
• Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

Benefits

• Earn up to $234/day with weekly paychecks (pay rate dependent on authorization and/or certification)
• 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 Denver area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated 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