Long Term Substitute - 3rd Grade Teacher

Forest Grove Elementary; Hudsonville (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Grove Elementary, Hudsonville, Michigan, is seeking a Long Term Substitute for 3rd Grade beginning September 14, 2026, for approximately 4–6 weeks. Pay is $150 per day, with pre-approval through EduStaff Substitute System (www.EduStaff.org).

The teacher delivers instruction in reading, language arts, social studies, math, science, art and health, develops lessons, maintains classroom standards, tracks student progress, and communicates with families as part of a collaborative school team

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required or equivalent
• Michigan Elementary Certificate required
• Preferred: additional training/education

Responsibilities

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and health to pupils
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and state-mandated content
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized or small group instruction
• Translates lesson plans into engaging learning experiences
• Maintains classroom behavior standards to support learning
• Evaluates pupil progress and prepares reports
• Communicates with parents regarding pupil progress
• Creates engaging displays and learning centers
• Administers group tests per district programs
• Participates in curriculum development and faculty activities

Skills

Reading

Language Arts

Mathematics

Social Studies

Science

Art

Health

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Education

BA/BS degree

Michigan Elementary Certificate

Job description

Long Term Substitute - 3rd Grade Teacher

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913862
Application Deadline: Sep 11, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 14, 2026

Job Description

Long Term Substitute -3rd Grade Teacher

BeginningSeptember 14th, 2026, lasting 4-6 weeks

Pay: $150 per day

• Must be Pre-Approved Through EduStaff Substitute System: www.EduStaff.org

Summary: The Elementary Teacher helps educate, challenge, and inspire all learners to become contributing, responsible members of a global society

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and health to pupils in a classroom, utilizing the course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities


• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district


• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provided individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil


• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction


• Establish and maintain standard of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom


• Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports


• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil’s progress and interpret the school program Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems


• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers Maintains professional competence through staff development activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities


• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records Supervises pupils in and out-of-classroom activities during the assigned workday


• Administers group-standardized tests in accordance with district testing programs


• Participates in curriculum development programs as required Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities

Supervisory Responsibilities: Not applicable

Direct Report: Building Principal

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• BA/BS degree from a college or university


• Michigan Elementary Certificate

Preferred:

• Additional training and/or education

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret communication including emails, letters, spreadsheet and forms Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from the community, regulatory agencies or staff members

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate basic mathematical formulas; add and subtract totals; multiply and divide; determine percentages and decimals; spatial aptitude to inspect length and weight of objects

Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Other Skills and Abilities:

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Position requires sustained periods of sitting and working on computer and office equipment


• Position requires standing and walking throughout buildings


• Position involves frequent lifting up to 20 pounds and occasional lifting up to 40 pounds


• Position involves listening, speaking clearly and visual acuity


• Position involves frequent repetitive action on a keyboard

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to loud depending upon the activity in a particular part of the day

Hudsonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively "Protected Classes") , in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Joe Szymanski , Principal


• Forest Grove Elementary


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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