Kokua’s mission is to empower students by matching schools with passionate guest educators who maximize substitute teaching time. We believe that proximity is power, and that one role model can change a student’s life forever. We are a driven team looking to make a lasting impact for future generations. 

Kokua began in Chicago in 2011 and has since grown across the country. We were recognized by Forbes in 2016 as an up-and-coming organization making an impact in the field of education.