Early Childhood Substitute Teacher - Up to $190 daily

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Kokua Education is seeking Early Childhood Substitute Teachers for 3- to 4-year-olds in Washington DC, offering up to $190 per day, with typical assignments at $170. You can teach up to five days a week from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm and choose assignments and locations across the DC area. Benefits include weekly pay, a W-2, and a quick hiring path with offers within a week. Requirements include experience with 3-4 year olds, classroom management, background checks, SSOA training, and compliance with DC law; a bachelor’s is preferred but not required. To apply well, tailor your resume to early childhood, highlight flexibility and community impact, show availability, and apply now for faster consideration.

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become an early childhood substitute teacher (3-4 year olds) with Kokua in D.C. and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. 

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. 

Perks of substitute teaching: 

• Positively contribute to your community - spark a love for learning with your students
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Teach up to 5 days/week
• Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences 
• Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

With Kokua, you’ll get: 

• Pay: earn up to $190/day
• $170/day daily assignments and $190/day for long-term assignments
• Receive weekly paychecks
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Teach close to home - choose from schools across the D.C. area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at high performing 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

You’ll need:

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required
• Experience working with children 3-4 years old
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal background check
• Completion of required employment history review and SSOA training, in compliance with D.C. law
• Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

About Kokua Education

Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools in D.C., building a growing community of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students’ lives. We believe that one role model can change a student’s life forever.

As our Hawaiian name says, Kokua is about coming together as a community and paving a pathway for generations to come.