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About the Role
Become an elementary substitute teacher in Austin, TX and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. You’ll earn up to $200/day, set your own schedule, and make a real difference in your community. We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year, and you can start the interview process right away!
Responsibilities
- Step in where needed, including lunch/recess supervision, hallway monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing season.
Requirements
- Completed 48+ college credit hours
- Pass state & background checks (costs reimbursed after 10 assignments)
Skills
- Confident managing a classroom of students
- Willing to step in where needed
- Believe every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Set your own schedule
- Work up to 5 days/week
- Long-term assignments
- Full-time path
Experience Level
- At least 1 year working with kids in any setting (classroom, tutoring, coaching, etc.)
Education Level
- Some college (48+ credits)
- Associate’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree or higher
Salary/Compensations
- Up to $200/day paid weekly
- $129 daily - some college (48+ credits), or Associate’s
- $150 daily - Bachelor’s or higher
- $200 daily - long-term assignments (all qualification levels)
Benefits
- Paid via W-2, meaning no year-end tax headaches
- 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 schools
- Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Austin area
- Real support, 6am-8pm daily
- Add representation - help kids learn from your unique experiences
About the Company
- Founded in 2011 by a former teacher, Kokua 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.