Job detail
Certified Special Education Substitute Teacher - Up to $315 daily
Kokua Education
Location
New York
Salary
$315 / DAY
Quick overview
Lead special education classrooms to create a safe and supportive learning environment for students. Responsibilities include supervising lunch/recess, monitoring halls, tutoring, and proctoring tests.
Requirements summary
Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Students with Disabilities (SWD) Certification in New York state. Experience working with students in special education settings and the ability to pass a background check are required.
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Job description
- Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid?
- Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in New York City and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
- We are currently hiring Special Education substitute teachers to support our NYC school partners.
- Applicants must have a Students with Disabilities (SWD) Certification to be considered.
- 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 Work Hours Some schools may have earlier or later needs, so flexibility is a plus, but you’ll always know the schedule before accepting an assignment Start and end times vary by school, but most assignments begin between 7:00–8:00 AM and end between 3:45–4:45 PM Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experience Autonomy - choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about With Kokua, you’ll get: Weekly paychecks - earn up to $315 daily $273 per day for daily assignments and $315 per day for long-term assignments A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less The chance to teach close to home - choose from schools across the NYC 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: Bachelor's Degree Experience working with students in a special education setting Students with Disabilities (SWD) Certification in the state of New York Confidence to manage a classroom of students Ability to pass a background check 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 talented individuals to K-12 schools for over 13 years.
- We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens, 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
- Flexible Schedule
- Support Team Access
- W-2 Tax Status
