Long Term Substitute - 4th Grade

Fruitport Community Schools; Fruitport Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Fruitport Community Schools is seeking a Long Term Substitute for 4th grade at Edgewood Elementary School. Approximate dates: Nov. 23 – Dec. 18, 2026.

The successful candidate will support district curricula and assessment requirements to ensure continuity of student learning. Applicants must hold a valid Michigan Elementary Education certificate and be eligible to obtain a substitute teaching permit. The role emphasizes collaboration within a Professional Learning Community, data-driven

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Michigan Elementary Education teaching certificate.
• Eligible to obtain substitute teaching permit.

Responsibilities

• Follow district curricula and assessment requirements.
• Apply Common Core Standards with focus on teaching, learning and assessment.
• Work collaboratively as part of a Professional Learning Community (PLC).
• Demonstrate understanding of literacy development in young children.
• Use data to inform and monitor instruction.
• Knowledge of PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports).
• Incorporate technology as an instructional tool to enhance learning.
• Implement cooperative learning and flexible grouping regularly.
• Willing to work with a special education teacher in an inclusion setting.
• Follow Board of Education policies and building regulations.
• Perform other duties as directed by the principal.
• Attendance is an essential job function.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Valid Michigan Elementary Education teaching certificate

Eligible to obtain substitute teaching permit

Job description

FRUITPORT COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

NOTICE OF INTENT TO EMPLOY

POSITION : Long Term Substitute - 4th Grade

(Approximate Dates: Nov. 23 - Dec. 18)

LOCATION : Edgewood Elementary School

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prefer a valid Michigan teaching certificate in Elementary Education
• Must be eligible to obtain a substitute teaching permit

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must follow district and state curricula and assessment requirements.
• Knowledge and ability to effectively apply the Common Core Standards with particular emphasis on the teaching, learning and assessment standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member of an effective Professional Learning Community (PLC).
• Demonstrate an understanding of literacy development in young children.
• Ability to use data to formulate and monitor instruction.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavior Interventions & Support (PBIS).
• Knowledge of and commitment to use technology as an instructional tool to enhance teaching and learning.
• Knowledge of and ability to implement on a regular basis cooperative learning strategies and flexible grouping strategies.
• Willing to work with a special education teacher as an inclusion classroom.
• Follow and implement all Board of Education policies, administrative guidelines and building regulations.
• Willing to perform other duties as necessary and/or directed by the principal.
• Attendance is an essential job function for this position.

Fruitport Community Schools | 3255 East Pontaluna Rd. | Fruitport, MI 49415 | 231-865-4001

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.

DATE OF POSTING: Nov. 9, 2026

DATE POSTING ENDS: Until filled