Substitute Teacher - Bluff Springs, TX

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Kokua Education is seeking a full-time substitute teacher in Bluff Springs, TX to support K-12 schools across the Kyle area. You’ll positively impact your community, help address the teacher shortage, and enjoy a flexible schedule with assignments near you and weekly pay up to $200 a day, scaled by credentials, plus a quick hiring process with offers within a week. In this role you’ll step into classrooms, supervise meals and transitions, tutor students, proctor tests, and help create a safe learning environment. Key requirements include 1+ year of student-facing experience, 48 college credits, classroom management confidence, English fluency, and passable background checks. Pro tip: tailor your resume to highlight all relevant student-facing roles.

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Bluff Springs and surrounding Austin area, 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
• Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
• 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: 

• Weekly paychecks - earn up to $200/day
  
  • $129 daily for high school/GED, some college (48+ credits), or Associate’s
  • $150 daily for Bachelor’s and above
  • $200 daily for long-term assignments (all qualifications)
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• The chance to teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Kyle area
• Your foot in the door for full-time positions at high-performing K-12 schools
• A W-2, meaning no fussing with taxes at year-end
• A supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 AM - 8 PM every day
• The opportunity to lead classrooms and help create a safe, supportive learning environment
  • Step in where needed throughout the school day to support your campus - this could include lunch/recess supervision, hall and bathroom monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season

You’ll need:

• 1+ year(s) working with students in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, camps, etc.)
  • 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!
• Minimum of 48 college credit hours
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
• Ability to pass state & federal background checks
  • Out-of-pocket costs will be reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments
    

By submitting this application, you certify that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief.

About Kokua Education

Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools for more than 13 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across the Kyle area, building a growing and diverse network 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.