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Kokua Education

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

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A Substitute Teacher teaches or supervises classes for teachers who are away on leave or sick. May substitute for teachers at several different schools or school districts. May substitute for one day or for a longer term absence; may follow lesson plans developed by the regular teacher, or work with teacher who will be out to create new lesson plans and assignments.

$35,111 / year median in Illinois

+20% projected growth

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Substitute Teacher
  • Up to $27 hourly
  • Cicero, IL Kokua Education
  • 4.
0 Cicero, IL Job Details Full-time Up to $27 an hour 10 hours ago Benefits Paid sick time Qualifications School experience Student supervision Substitute Teaching Certification Classroom active supervision In-person test proctoring Working with students Classroom experience Child supervision Associate's degree Classroom Teaching Student safety monitoring Entry level Full Job Description Set your own schedule, earn up to $27 hourly and make a real difference in your community. Become a substitute teacher in Cicero and surrounding Chicago area and create powerful moments that shift students' perception of what's possible. We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year, and you can start the interview process right away! 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 $27 hourly with weekly paychecks
  • range depends on credentials & experience 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 school Teach close to home
  • choose from K-12 schools across the Chicago area Real support, 6am-8pm daily
  • we care about your success Referral reward
  • $50 bonus when you refer your friends Accrue paid sick days after 6 months
  • take time to recover when you need Reimbursement for substitute teaching license
  • we'll help you get started Add representation
  • help kids learn from your unique experiences You're a great fit if you: Have at least 6 months working with students in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, etc.
) Have Associate's Degree (or 60+ credit hours) Hold an IL Substitute Teaching License or Paraprofessional license Don't have your license yet? No worries! We'll walk you through the quick online application process, and reimburse you for out of pocket costs once you start teaching. 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) Are a current resident or willing to commute to Chicago 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!
As a note, we cannot hire candidates who are currently on the CPS do not hire list. 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.