Part-time Substitute Teacher
- Up to $210 daily Kokua Education
- 4.0 New York, NY Job Details Part-time | Full-time $182
- $210 a day 1 day ago Benefits Paid sick time Qualifications School experience Student supervision Classroom active supervision In-person test proctoring Bachelor's degree Working with students Child supervision 1 year Classroom Teaching Entry level Full Job Description Set your own schedule, earn up to $210/day, and make a real difference in your community.
Become a substitute teacher in New York City 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: $210/day with weekly paychecks $182/day for daily positions and $210/day for long-term positions Paid via W-2, meaning no year-end tax headaches Paid sick days (accrued once you start teaching) Transportation assistance
- opportunity to enroll & use pre-tax dollars for public transportation and parking 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 NYC 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: Completed a Bachelor's Degree Have 1+ year(s) experience working with K-12 students 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 Preference given to candidates willing to commute to 2+ boroughs, and are available to teach 3 days/week.
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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.