K-6 Elementary Substitute Teacher — Long-Term

Northern Trails; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trails — Forest Hills Public School District in Grand Rapids, Michigan — is seeking an Elementary Building Teacher for a long-term substitute position for the 2026-2027 school year. The role offers daily pay starting at $120 and increasing to $130 per day after the first 10 days.

The teacher will deliver instruction aligned with district curriculum, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support diverse learners.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 to provide IEP accommodations and supplementary aids.
• Administer assessments to measure students' proficiency and track progress.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional strategies.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.

Education

State of Michigan Teacher Certification

Elementary K-5 All Subjects (ZG) endorsement

Job description

Northern Trails — Forest Hills Public School District in Grand Rapids, Michigan — is seeking an Elementary Building Teacher for a long-term substitute position for the 2026-2027 school year. The role offers daily pay starting at $120 and increasing to $130 per day after the first 10 days.

The teacher will deliver instruction aligned with district curriculum, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to support diverse learners.