Substitute Teacher - Up to $27 hourly - Cicero, IL

About the position

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Cicero, IL and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. We are now accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year, and you can start the interview process immediately! 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 solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

Requirements

• 6 months experience working with students (tutoring, camps, volunteer and other experience counts!)
• Associate's Degree (or 60+ credit hours) or higher
• Current residence in or willingness to commute to Chicago
• IL Substitute Teaching License or Paraprofessional license
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal background check
• Have reliable means of transportation

Benefits

• Pay up to $27 hourly with weekly paychecks; range depends on credentials & experience
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Reimbursement for substitute teaching license
• Accrue paid sick days after 6 months
• Get your foot in the door for full-time teaching positions at top rated schools
• Extra $$ when you take selected shifts
• $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