Long Term Substitute (Maternity Leave)

Sylvania; Schoolcraft Township (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Schoolcraft School District is seeking a 6th Grade Long-Term Substitute to cover a maternity leave and lead 6th grade mathematics instruction for about 12 weeks, starting in October. The role requires a BS/BA in Elementary Education (math emphasis preferred) and a valid Michigan teaching certificate or eligibility.

Strong classroom management, collaboration, and technology use are essential, with responsibilities including differentiated instruction, assessments, and maintaining parent

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Elementary Education with Math emphasis preferred.
• Valid Michigan teaching certificate or eligibility.
• Highly Qualified per NCLB standards.
• Able to assess and document student progress.
• Professional in personal conduct and actions.

Responsibilities

• Encourage behavior promoting character development.
• Create and maintain effective learning environments.
• Use technology to promote learning, creativity, collaboration.
• Collaborate with staff to align math standards.
• Use pre-assessments to plan differentiated instruction.
• Deliver rigorous lessons driven by assessment.
• Use formative assessments to track progress toward goals.
• Administer diverse assessments to capture student understanding.
• Maintain communication with parents/guardians.
• Build positive relationships with students, staff, and community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Classroom management

Collaboration

Technology use

Adaptability

Education

BS/BA Elementary Education

Tools

Google platforms

Job description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Elementary School Principal, the 6th Grade Long-Term Substitute will work with students to achieve excellence in 6th grade mathematics for approximately 12 weeks while covering a maternity leave. The position will start around the beginning of October and conclude approximately 12 weeks later, with exact start and end dates to be confirmed closer to the leave.

Qualifications Required:

• A. Minimum of BS/BA degree in Elementary Education (emphasis in Mathematics preferred)
• B. Possess or be eligible for a valid Michigan teaching certificate
• C. Highly Qualified by NCLB Standards
• D. Able to assess and document student progress
• E. Professional in personal conduct and actions
• F. Strong organizational, classroom management, collaboration, and communication skills
• G. Demonstrated competence in the use of technology

Desired Characteristics:

• A. Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• B. Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• D. Knowledge of Google platforms
• E. Experience working with elementary students
• F. Experience using technology as an instructional tool in the classroom
• G. Ability to work with various personality types
• H. Familiarity and/or experience with Professional Learning Communities
• I. Ability to foster a learning environment prioritizing collaboration, critical thinking, and communication

Responsibilities:

• A. Encourages student behavior that promotes character development
• B. Creates and maintains effective environments for student learning
• C. Uses technology to promote learning, creativity, and collaboration
• E. Collaborates with staff to plan, integrate, and enhance mathematics standards in the classroom
• H. Uses pre-assessments to plan differentiated instruction
• I. Delivers rigorous lesson plans that are driven by student assessment
• J. Uses formative assessment to analyze progress toward student goals
• K. Administers assessments that allow students to respond in a variety of ways to the curriculum that's taught
• L. Ensures that students display knowledge of mathematics content standards
• O. Maintains a communication system between the classroom and students' parents/guardians
• P. Builds positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents/guardians, and school community
• Q. Other duties as assigned by administration

Physical Requirement & Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in an elementary school setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods during the workday
• Occasionally lift and carry supplies or deliveries weighing up to 25 lbs
• Regularly operate office equipment, including computers, copiers, phones, etc.

Statement of Discrimination

It is the policy of the Schoolcraft School District that no person shall on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment or any of its programs or activities.

Criminal Records Check

In accordance with state law and board policy, no person shall be hired to work in contact with children prior to being fingerprinted and passing a criminal records review.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) 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.

Application Deadline:

Until Filled

Employment Dates:

Approximately 12 weeks during the 2026-2027 school year, covering a maternity leave (exact dates to be confirmed)

Salary:

Long Term Sub Pay/Employment through EduStaff/$125 per day/Student Days Only

Questions

Matt Webster, Assistant Superintendent, HR Director, websterm

@schoolcraftcs.org