Substitute Teachers

Acquire4Hire; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a dedicated Substitute Teacher in Sumter, South Carolina, for the 2024-2026 school year. The role involves providing instructional support during teacher absences, ensuring continuity of education, and maintaining a positive learning environment for students.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, strong classroom management skills, and the ability to adapt teaching methods as necessary. Join a community that nurtures young minds in a faith-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow lesson plans and ensure continuity of instruction.
• Maintain a safe and respectful classroom environment.
• Monitor student behavior and enforce school policies.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Adaptability to teaching styles

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Online learning platforms

Projectors

Job description

About This Role

As a Substitute Teacher, you will provide instructional support and continuity of education in the absence of regular classroom teachers. Responsibilities include delivering lesson plans, maintaining classroom management, and fostering a positive and productive learning environment. You will ensure students remain engaged and that classroom routines and policies are followed, adapting to various grade levels and subjects as needed.

What You'll Do

• Follow lesson plans left by the classroom teacher and ensure continuity of instruction.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly classroom environment.
• Monitor student behavior and enforce school rules and policies.
• Take attendance and report any issues to school administration.
• Adapt teaching methods and materials when necessary to meet student needs.
• Provide individual or group instruction as needed.
• Supervise students during class, lunch, recess, and transitions.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and occasionally parents.
• Leave detailed notes for the returning teacher summarizing the day’s activities and student behavior.
• Handle emergencies and unexpected situations calmly and responsibly.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience working with children or in an educational setting preferred.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow written lesson plans and adapt to different teaching styles and grade levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependability, professionalism, and flexibility.
• Ability to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance (as required by local/state law).
• Basic computer literacy and ability to operate classroom technology (e.g., projectors, online learning platforms).
• Physical ability to supervise students and manage a classroom environment.

About Us

Are you passionate about inspiring young minds and nurturing their growth in a faith-centered environment? Ragin Prep is looking for dedicated educators to join our team for the 2024-2026 school year. As an independent Christian academy, we are committed to cultivating a love for learning, strong moral values, and a sense of purpose in each student. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference every day—guiding students academically, spiritually, and personally. Come be part of a supportive community where faith and education work hand in hand to prepare the next generation!