Floating Substitute K-12 School

Bridges Preparatory School; South Carolina; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridges Preparatory School in South Carolina seeks a floating substitute to provide academic and behavioral support in general education classrooms, primarily in our elementary school, with possible duties in the K-12 program and front office assistance. This role offers flexibility to support educators across a variety of settings.

The candidate should enjoy direct student interaction, be able to follow grade-level sub plans, and collaborate with staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in education or with children.
• Willingness to take responsibility for student outcomes.
• Growth mindset and humility.
• Ability to follow directions and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, motivating academic support to students in the classroom.
• Teach, support, and enhance school-wide systems and expectations for all children.
• Participate in required training and professional development.
• Actively engage in professional development and school-wide efforts.
• Use feedback to improve instructional practices and overall performance.
• Complete administrative tasks by deadlines.
• Participate in field trips and other programs as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The floating substitute provides both academic and behavioral support in general education classrooms. This position will provide support in the absence of a teacher in our elementary school, however, may serve in the substitute role within our K-12 school to support educators. This position can also provide office and front office support in the event it is needed. To be successful in this position the candidate will enjoy working directly supporting students in an educational environment.

Suggested Qualifications

• Strong commitment to, belief in, and alignment with the mission and vision of BPS.
• High school diploma or equivalent (at minimum).
• Strong communication skills, including verbal and written.
• Experience working in education and/or with children in a non-education setting.
• Openness to feedback, desire to continue development as a professional, and willingness to take responsibility for student outcomes and achievement.
• Demonstrated track record of operating with a growth mindset and deep humility in all previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, motivating academic support to students in the classroom, using sub plans and modifications supported/provided by grade level.
• Teach, support, and enhance school-wide systems and expectations at all times with all children.
• Participate in required training as requested.
• Actively engage in professional development, learning opportunities, and school-wide efforts.
• Continuously use feedback to make productive changes in instructional practices and overall performance.
• Complete all administrative requirements meeting deadlines.
• Participate in additional activities including field trips, intensive academic support sessions, and other required programs as needed throughout the year.

EXPERIENCE

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer operations and functions, use of the Internet and Microsoft Office applications, and skill in the use of general office equipment such as calculators, copiers, etc.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of children.
• Ability to work with others.
• Willingness to follow directions.
• Ability to handle unforeseen situations in accordance with School and Board Policy.
• Ability to accept individual differences among children.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Flexibility to change substitute roles daily based on the needs of the school.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (at minimum).
• Preferred Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all-inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS

• Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance.
• Follow all School policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This position follows the 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for 190 days.

DISCLAIMER

Bridges Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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