Special Education Substitute Teacher - Rio Grande Valley, TX

About the position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a special education substitute teacher with Kokua in the Rio Grande Valley area and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We are currently accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year, and you can start the interview process 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.

Responsibilities

• Positively contribute to your community by sparking a love for learning with students.
• Help solve the teacher shortage crisis in America.
• Maintain a flexible schedule of up to 5 days/week.
• Work great hours, with availability between 7:15 am - 4:15 pm depending on school location.
• Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from unique experiences.
• Choose teaching assignments and locations that are most exciting.

Requirements

• 1+ year(s) experience working with students.
• Experience in a special education classroom setting preferred.
• Associate’s degree or 48+ college credits.
• 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 $145/day with weekly paychecks.
• Up to $145/day for degreed teachers and up to $117/day for non-degreed teachers.
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less.
• Teach close to home - choose from IDEA schools across the Rio Grande Valley area.
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at IDEA, one of the top-rated charter districts in the country.
• 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.