Job Description
Qualifications
Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
Associate’s Degree or 48+ credit hours
1+ year(s) experience working with students
Confidence to manage a classroom of students
Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
Benefits
Positively contribute to your community
Earn up to $167 per day with weekly paychecks (Up to 151/day for daily positions and ip to $167/day for long-term positions)
A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Fort Worth area
Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated schools like IDEA Public Schools, Uplift Education and International Leadership of Texas
Reimbursement for background check cost after teaching 10 assignments
Referral bonus
A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
Responsibilities
Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
Add representation to the classroom
Job description
Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Fort Worth, TX and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-25 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.
Perks of substitute teaching:
• Positively contribute to your community
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
• Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Add representation to the classroom
• Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about
With Kokua, you’ll get:
• Earn up to $167 per day with weekly paychecks (Up to 151/day for daily positions and ip to $167/day for long-term positions)
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Fort Worth area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated schools like IDEA Public Schools, Uplift Education and International Leadership of Texas
• Reimbursement for background check cost after teaching 10 assignments
• Referral bonus
• A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
• Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
You’ll need:
• Associate’s Degree or 48+ credit hours
• 1+ year(s) experience working with students
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
• 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 amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Fort Worth, building a growing community 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.
Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
Associate’s Degree or 48+ credit hours
1+ year(s) experience working with students
Confidence to manage a classroom of students
Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world
Benefits
Positively contribute to your community
Earn up to $167 per day with weekly paychecks (Up to 151/day for daily positions and ip to $167/day for long-term positions)
A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Fort Worth area
Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated schools like IDEA Public Schools, Uplift Education and International Leadership of Texas
Reimbursement for background check cost after teaching 10 assignments
Referral bonus
A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
Responsibilities
Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
Add representation to the classroom
Job description
Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Fort Worth, TX and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible.
We are currently accepting applications for the 2026-25 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.
Perks of substitute teaching:
• Positively contribute to your community
• Help to solve the teacher shortage crisis in America
• Flexible schedule - up to 5 days/week, allowing you to pursue other passions
• Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm
• Add representation to the classroom
• Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about
With Kokua, you’ll get:
• Earn up to $167 per day with weekly paychecks (Up to 151/day for daily positions and ip to $167/day for long-term positions)
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Teach close to home - choose from K-12 schools across the Fort Worth area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at top-rated schools like IDEA Public Schools, Uplift Education and International Leadership of Texas
• Reimbursement for background check cost after teaching 10 assignments
• Referral bonus
• A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
• Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day
You’ll need:
• Associate’s Degree or 48+ credit hours
• 1+ year(s) experience working with students
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal background check (Out of pocket costs reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments!)
• 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 amazing individuals to K-12th substitute teaching positions for over 12 years. We currently operate in schools across the country, and serve schools across Fort Worth, building a growing community 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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Substitute Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Fort Worth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
