Special Education Substitute Teacher Rio Grande Valley, TX

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid Become a special education substitute teacher with Kokua in the Rio Grande Valley area and create powerful moments that shift students perception of whats possible.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year and you can start the interview process right away!

In case youre wondering its pronounced Hawaiian Kokua means to come together to fulfill a need and were 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 - availability between 7:15 am - 4:15 pm depending on school location
• Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences
• Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations youre most excited about

With Kokua youll get:

• Earn up to $145/day with weekly paychecks
• Up to $145/day for Bachelors and Masters/Professional (MBA JD M. Ed etc) degree substitute teachers
• Up to $117/day for High School/GED 48 college credits and Associates degree substitute teachers
• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less
• Teach close to home - choose from IDEA schools across the Rio Grande Valley area
• Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at IDEA one of the top-rated charter districts in the country
• A W-2 meaning no fussing with taxes at year end
• Join a supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokuas support team from 6 am - 8 pm every day

Youll need:

• 1 year(s) experience working with students
  • Experience in a special education classroom setting preferred
• Associates degree or 48 college credits
• Confidence to manage a classroom of students
• Ability to pass state & federal 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 the Rio Grande Valley 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 students life forever.

As our Hawaiian name says Kokua is about coming together as a community and paving a pathway for generations to come.