Long-Term Elementary Substitute Teacher (K-5)

Michigan Association of School Boards; Traverse (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Old Mission Peninsula School in Traverse City is seeking a Long-Term Elementary Substitute Teacher to provide instructional continuity for a mid-December to end-March assignment. The role requires delivering lessons, maintaining routines, and supporting student learning in a K-5 setting.

You will collaborate with grade-level teachers and staff, manage behavior with positive strategies, take attendance, and keep accurate records, ensuring a safe, engaging classroom environment and a smooth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field required.
• Michigan Substitute Teaching Permit or appropriate certificate required, as applicable.
• Certification for K-5 Self Contained or 3-8 Self Contained is preferred.
• Previous classroom or teaching experience preferred.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily instruction and classroom supervision throughout the long-term assignment.
• Follow and implement lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional materials provided by the school.
• Maintain a structured, engaging, and positive classroom environment.
• Establish and maintain classroom routines, expectations, and procedures.
• Monitor student progress and provide appropriate academic support.
• Manage student behavior using positive and consistent classroom management strategies.
• Take attendance and maintain accurate classroom records.
• Collaborate with grade-level teachers, school leadership, and support staff.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, and other activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

K-5 Self Contained or 3-8 Self Contained

Job description

Old Mission Peninsula School in Traverse City is seeking a Long-Term Elementary Substitute Teacher to provide instructional continuity for a mid-December to end-March assignment. The role requires delivering lessons, maintaining routines, and supporting student learning in a K-5 setting.

You will collaborate with grade-level teachers and staff, manage behavior with positive strategies, take attendance, and keep accurate records, ensuring a safe, engaging classroom environment and a smooth