Kokua Education - LinkedIn·San Antonio, 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 San Antonio, TX 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.
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 San Antonio 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.
Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience working with students and a minimum of 48 college credit hours. They should also be able to manage a classroom and pass state and federal background checks.
Market context
In Texas, substitute teaching roles are commonly driven by district staffing gaps and day-to-day classroom coverage needs, especially in larger metro areas like San Antonio. This role is competitive because candidates need student experience, at least 48 college credit hours, classroom management skills, and clear state and federal background checks. Review the district’s substitute requirements early and prepare examples of how you’ve handled classroom behavior; the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you research time.