WHO WE ARE

Heartwood Community School is a community-focused, tuition-free charter school serving Jasper, Beaufort, and Hampton Counties in South Carolina. We believe in educating the whole child—nurturing each student academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. Honoring every child’s unique journey, we bridge home and school to foster a compassionate, empowering environment where students feel seen and valued.

Our mission goes beyond academics. We guide students to become resilient problem-solvers, compassionate community builders, globally minded citizens, emotionally intelligent leaders, and lifelong learners. Embracing mistakes as part of growth, we equip students to thrive in school and life—ready to make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

THE ROLE

The Substitute Teacher supports the continuity of instruction and student success at Heartwood Community School by providing classroom coverage when teachers are absent or unavailable. This role maintains a safe, positive, and productive learning environment, implements teacher-provided lesson plans, supports student learning, manages classroom behavior, and reinforces established routines, school expectations, and HEART values.

The ideal candidate is dependable, flexible, organized, and student-centered, with strong classroom management and communication skills. The Substitute Teacher must adapt to different grade levels and classroom environments while demonstrating professionalism, building positive relationships with students and staff, and upholding Heartwood’s commitment to academic excellence and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement teacher-provided lesson plans and instructional activities to maintain continuity of learning.
• Maintain a safe, positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and dismissal as assigned.
• Establish and reinforce classroom routines, behavioral expectations, and Heartwood’s HEART values.
• Provide instructional assistance and individualized support to students as needed.
• Adapt instructional approaches to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Monitor student engagement, participation, and completion of assigned work.
• Address student behavior appropriately and follow established school behavior management procedures.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and complete required classroom documentation.
• Communicate relevant student concerns, classroom incidents, and instructional updates to school leadership.
• Leave detailed notes for the classroom teacher regarding completed lessons, student progress, and important occurrences.
• Collaborate professionally with teachers, administrators, and support staff.
• Follow all school policies, safety protocols, and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform additional classroom supervision and school-related duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Strong classroom management and student supervision skills.
• Ability to implement instructional plans across elementary grade levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, punctual, organized, and adaptable.
• Positive, patient, caring, and student-centered approach.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with students and staff.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively to changing classroom needs.
• Commitment to maintaining student confidentiality and professionalism.
• Willingness to embrace Heartwood’s mission, core values, and whole-child approach to education.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Valid South Carolina teaching certificate preferred.
• Minimum of two years teaching experience preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and learning needs preferred.
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks and school onboarding requirements.
• Knowledge of elementary instructional practices, classroom management, and student development.

COMPENSATION

• Daily rate: $285 per day.
• Benefits: This position is not eligible for employee benefits.
• Schedule: As needed, based on school staffing and classroom coverage requirements.