# Substitute Teacher  - Nashville, TN at Kokua Education - LinkedIn

Substitute Teacher  - Nashville, TN at Kokua Education - LinkedIn in Nashville, TN. Full-time. Posted September 6, 2023.

- Company: Kokua Education - LinkedIn
- Location: Nashville, TN
- Job type: Full-time
- Experience: 1+ year
- Posted: 2023-09-06
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kokualinkedin/jobs/6921519002
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/substitute-teacher-nashville-tn-kokua-education-linkedin-hj54jy

## Description

Ready to make an impact in your community while getting paid? Become a substitute teacher with Kokua in Nashville, TN and create powerful moments that shift students’ perception of what’s possible. 

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

- Great working hours - typically 7:30 am-3:30 pm

- Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experiences 

- Autonomy - Choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

**With Kokua, you’ll get: **

- Earn up to $206/day with weekly paychecks

- $171/day for daily positions and $206/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 KIPP schools across the Nashville area

- Get your foot in the door for full-time positions at KIPP, one of the highest performing charter networks in the country 

- 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 60+ credit hours

- Bachelor's degree preferred, but candidates will be considered based on relevant experience

- 1+ year(s) experience working with students

- Willingness to work at least 3 days/week

- Preference given to candidates available to work Mondays and/or Fridays

- 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

*Kokua Education participates in E-Verify for employment eligibility verification in Tennessee. Please review the linked materials to learn more about the E-Verify program. 1. **Right to Work Notice** 2. **E-Verify Participation*

**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 Nashville, 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.