Long Term Substitute Teacher - Excel School

Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina•North Charleston, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Palmetto Excel is seeking a Long Term Substitute Teacher to provide instruction in assigned subject areas, implement established curriculum, and monitor student progress. This role requires building rapport with adult learners, fostering a supportive environment, and collaborating with the Excel School team and community. The position embodies Palmetto Goodwill's ACE Culture and I-CARE values, emphasizing instructional excellence, student-centered engagement, and adaptability.

Requirements

Demonstrate knowledge of subject area(s) assigned.
Follow established curriculum while adapting instruction to students’ individual learning needs.
Manage classroom and student engagement.
Exhibit strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Use instructional technology, student information systems, Microsoft Office applications, and online learning platforms.
Work effectively with adult students representing a wide range of educational backgrounds, abilities, life experiences, and career goals.
Current or previously held South Carolina teaching certification.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

Minimum two years of successful high school or adult education teaching experience.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction in assigned subject areas(s), which may include English, mathematics, science, social studies, reading, personal finance, electives, or other courses offered by Palmetto Excel.
Implement established curriculum, lesson plans, instructional materials, and learning activities aligned with applicable South Carolina academic standards.
Develop or adapt lesson plans when necessary to maintain appropriate instructional pacing and continuity.
Administer assigned formative and summative assessments.
Maintain accurate and timely records of attendance, assignments, grades, assessments, and student progress.
Review student performance data and adjust instruction when appropriate; provide students with timely, constructive feedback regarding their academic progress.
Maintain the confidentiality of student education records in accordance with FERPA, sharing information only with authorized staff who have a legitimate educational need.
Build rapport with adult learners and foster an environment in which students feel respected, capable, and supported.
Recognize that students may be balancing school with employment, parenting, transportation, and other responsibilities and respond appropriately while maintaining academic expectations.
Reinforce student ownership of learning and progress toward graduation; help students understand the connection between academic achievement, diploma completion, industry-recognized credentials, employment, and post-secondary opportunities.
Collaborate closely with the Instructional Lead, Director, teachers, Academic Success Coaches, and other Palmetto Excel staff.
Participate in instructional meetings, professional development, student orientation, and school activities as appropriate to the length of the assignment.
Coordinate with Academic Success Coaches and other team members to address barriers that may interfere with student progress.