Long-term Certified Special Education Substitute Teacher - Brownsville, TX

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

**We are currently hiring long-term certified Special Education substitute teachers for the 2026-27 school year, supporting schools in the Brownsville area. **

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
• Teach 5 days/week in a consistent long-term assignment
• Add representation to the classroom to help kids learn from your unique experience
• Autonomy - choose the teaching assignments & locations you’re most excited about

**With Kokua, you’ll get: **

• Weekly paychecks - earn up to $182 daily

• $165 per day for daily assignments and $182 per day for long-term assignments

• A quick hiring process - receive an offer within 1 week of applying or less

• The chance to teach close to home - choose from schools across the** **San Antonio area

• Your foot in the door for full-time positions at high-performing K-12 schools

• A W-2, meaning no fussing with taxes at year-end

• A supportive community who cares about your success - access Kokua's support team from 6 AM - 8 PM every day

• The opportunity to lead classrooms and help create a safe, supportive learning environment

You’ll need:

• 1+ year(s) classroom teaching experience, preferably in a special education setting

• Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education (EC-12) - proof of valid certification required

• Confidence to manage a classroom of students

• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently

• Willingness to commute to Brownsville for teaching assignments

• Willingness to teach 5 days/week

• Strong belief that every child has a unique & powerful gift to share with the world

• Ability to pass state & federal background checks

• Out-of-pocket costs will be reimbursed after 10 teaching assignments

About Kokua Education

Founded by a former teacher, Kokua has been connecting talented individuals to K-12 schools since 2011. 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.