Substitute Teacher - Rockford, IL

Kokua Education

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Temporary

Quick overview

Serve as a long-term substitute teacher to empower students and maintain classroom continuity. Manage student behavior and deliver educational content to help students reach their full potential.

Requirements summary

Requires an Associate's Degree or 60+ credit hours and a valid IL Substitute Teaching or Paraprofessional license. Candidates must have 6 months of experience working with students and pass a background check.

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Job description

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid?
Become a long-term substitute teacher with Kokua in the Rockford area, and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
We are now accepting applications for the 2024-25 school year, and you can start the interview process immediately!
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 solve the teacher shortage crisis in America Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions and fit substitute teaching into your life 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 up to $27 hourly with weekly paychecks; range depends on credentials & experience A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less Reimbursement for substitute teaching license Accrue paid sick days after 6 months Get your foot in the door for full-time teaching positions at top rated schools Extra $$$ when you take selected shifts A $50 referral bonus when you refer your friends A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end A team of supportive & caring individuals to help your journey into teaching You’ll need: 6 months experience working with students (tutoring, camps, volunteer and other experience counts!) Associate's Degree (or 60+ credit hours) or higher 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.
Confidence to manage a classroom of students Ability to pass state & federal background check Please note: there is an out-of-pocket fee to obtain the background check, but Kokua will reimburse for this after teaching 10 days in the classroom Have reliable means of transportation to the Rockford area About Kokua Education Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years.
We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Chicago, 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.

Benefits

Weekly Paychecks
Referral Bonus
Paid Sick Days
Background Check Reimbursement
W-2 Tax Status
Substitute Teaching License Reimbursement

Substitute Teacher - Rockford, IL

Substitute Teacher - Rockford, IL

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