Kokua Education - LinkedIn·Odessa, Texas
Substitute teachers will lead classrooms and support students in various capacities throughout the school day. Responsibilities may include lunch supervision, hall monitoring, tutoring, and proctoring during testing.
Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in the Odessa/Midland area and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year, and you can start the interview process right away!
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.
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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 Texas, 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.
Candidates must have at least 60 college credit hours and 1+ years of experience working with students. They should also be able to manage a classroom and pass state and federal background checks.
Market context
Substitute teacher roles in Odessa and Midland are often needed to cover daily absences across K-12 campuses, especially in districts that rely on flexible staffing. This role is competitive for candidates who can manage a classroom confidently, meet the 60-credit-hour and student-experience requirements, and clear state and federal background checks. Before applying, confirm your transcript, experience details, and availability are ready; the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save research time.