Elementary Building Teacher – Long Term Substitute

Forest-Hills-Public-School; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Hills Public School District is seeking an Elementary Building Teacher – Long Term Substitute for Orchard View Elementary in Grand Rapids, MI. The role requires Michigan teaching certs and K-5 endorsement, with a pay rate of $120–$130 per day and a 2026–2027 school-year duration.

The position reports to the Building Principal and emphasizes delivering standards-aligned instruction, collaboration with staff, and maintaining a welcoming classroom environment. Begin date is to be determined.

Qualifications

• Must hold State of Michigan Teacher Certification.
• Endorsement for Elementary K-5 All Subjects (ZG).

Responsibilities

• Establish cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff and parents.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with district curriculum.
• Assess students and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Maintain records of student performance and communicate progress.

Skills

Communication with students

Technology integration

Collaboration with staff

Education

State of Michigan Teacher Certification

Elementary K-5 All Subjects (ZG) endorsement

Job description

Elementary Building Teacher – Long Term Substitute

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Job Details

Job ID: 5912780

Application Deadline: Sep 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Reports To: Building Principal

Salary:$120/day first 10 days, $130/day on 11th day and thereafter

Duration:2026 - 2027 School Year

Job Summary: To teach appropriate grade-level content while in an elementary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. (Junior Kindergarten through 6th Grade)

Preferred Qualifications:

• State of Michigan Teacher Certification
• Elementary K-5 All Subjects (ZG) endorsement

Essential Job Functions:

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Successfully educate students on state and district standards.
• Plan and deliver effective instruction aligned with the district-provided curriculum.
• Assess students' proficiency levels and adapt instruction accordingly.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment.
• Foster respect and understanding among students of all backgrounds.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students as needed.
• Collaborate with special education staff as needed to provide students with individualized education programs (IEPs) appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids.
• Administer assessments to measure students' proficiency and track their progress over time.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
• Establish and maintain a positive and structured classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional strategies.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Adhere to FERPA regulations and district policy when working with confidential data.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust/focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work may be performed indoors and/or outdoors. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being and work output of students.

Mental Functions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate.

Terms of Employment:

The employee will remain free of any alcohol or drugs throughout his/her employment with the district as outlined in Board Policy #4210.

The Forest Hills Public SchoolDistrictdoes not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $120 to $130 Per Day

Job Categories: Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Kayla Bruley
• 620 Forest Hill Ave SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]