Kokua
Work wellbeing score is 79 out of 100
3.9 out of 5 stars.
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Kokua Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 224 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.
Work wellbeing score is High, 79 out of 100

Happiness

How enjoyable people find their day-to-day life at work
High

Purpose

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High

Satisfaction

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High

Stress-free

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High

About the company

  • CEO
    Gabe Nakashima
    73%
    approve of Gabe Nakashima's performance
  • Founded
    2011
  • Company size
    1 to 50
  • Revenue
    less than $1M (USD)
  • Industry
  • Headquarters
    Chicago, IL
  • Link
    Kokua website

In Hawaiian, Kokua means to come together to fulfill a need. For us, that means building a growing community of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students’ lives.

Today, students on average spend an entire school year with substitute teachers by the time they graduate. We look for substitute teachers who can create positive learning environments and support their students to succeed.

As a Kokua Guest Teacher, you’ll make a lasting impact on students while keeping a...

In Hawaiian, Kokua means to come together to fulfill a need. For us, that means building a growing community of dedicated substitute teachers who want to make a difference in students’ lives.

Today, students on average spend an entire school year with substitute teachers by the time they graduate. We look for substitute teachers who can create positive learning environments and support their students to succeed.

As a Kokua Guest Teacher, you’ll make a lasting impact on students while keeping a flexible schedule that fits your life. We’ll help you find the perfect fit from open positions across a range of grade levels, subjects, and school locations.

Are you ready to be a positive role model for kids?

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Fort Worth, TX

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Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 239 reviews and is evolving.

3.58 out of 5 stars.20193.96 out of 5 stars.20204.25 out of 5 stars.20213.75 out of 5 stars.20223.95 out of 5 stars.2023

Reviews

Guest Teacher in Houston, TX
on August 10, 2023
The company was not bad to work for, however, the pay is just not enough for substitutes. Some school listings were very misleading and you show up to cover for one class to find out you are doing something different.
Guest Teacher in Rio Grande Valley, TX
on September 27, 2023
Do NOT work here. There is better substitute companies than this one. You are ignored here frequently by talent coordinators and operation specialists , do not receive adequate support, and the PAY is TERRIBLE. They also lie. They have lied to me multiple people in the job interview that the pay is weekly… it is not. You do not get paid weekly, bi-weekly… but 2 WHOLE WEEKS LATER. The job is fun an...
Substitute Teacher in San Antonio, TX
on September 24, 2023
Initially thought it would be a good role until realizing they didn’t tell the truth about the pay. You start at 135 not 165 (have to work same assignment 15+ days for that) a day, and that if you are actually on assignment a full day otherwise it’s 65 a day. You will cover other classes that you don’t accept assignment for if the school wants you to. With no additional pay so don’t schedule anyth...
Substitute Teacher in Austin, TX
on September 21, 2023
Worked for Kokua in 2020. They paid me less than minimum wage each day. Even AISD pays more. I hope they pay more going forward. The work wasn't difficult, but this company did not do the bare minimum.
Guest Teacher in NYC
on September 5, 2023
Kokua is a great company to work for if you're looking to sub in Charter, Independent, and private schools. There are many opportunities throughout the boroughs. Specifically in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, and the Bronx. There are day-to-day and long-term assignments to choose from in grades PreK-12. The only downside is sometimes schools aren't as specific as they should be about the assignment ...

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Interview is easy
Process takes about a day or two

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  • Teacher4.0 out of 5 stars.
  • Substitute Teacher3.9 out of 5 stars.
  • Substitute2.0 out of 5 stars.
  • Educator3.5 out of 5 stars.

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