Music Teacher - Long Term Substitute

Collins/Thornapple; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Hills Public School District Collins/Thornapple - Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Music Teacher - Long Term Substitute to cover from end of September to early December. The role involves teaching music to elementary students and aligning with district standards.

The position reports to the Building Principal and pays daily rates of $120 for the first 10 days, then $130 for subsequent days. Qualifications include Michigan teaching certificate for K-5 and Music Education endorsement.

Qualifications

• State of Michigan Teacher K-5 Elementary Certification required
• Music Education (JX or JQ) endorsement required
• Instrumental background preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver effective instruction aligned with the district-provided curriculum for music.
• Assess students' proficiency levels, adapt instruction accordingly, and track progress over time.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Collaborate with staff to support student success and adhere to FERPA regulations.

Skills

Instrumental background

Education

State of Michigan Teacher K-5 Elementary Certification required

Music Education (JX or JQ) endorsement required

Job description

Forest Hills Public School District Collins/Thornapple - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Music Teacher - Long Term Substitute

Forest Hills Public School District Collins/Thornapple - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Forest Hills Public School District Job Board , and Kent ISD

Job Details

Job ID: 5929976
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Music Teacher - Long Term Substitute

Collins & Thornapple Elementary

Duration: End of September - early December

Reports To: Building Principal

Salary: $120/day first 10 days, $130/day on 11 th day and thereafter

Job Summary: To teach appropriate music education grade-level content that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their potential in an elementary learning environment.

Qualifications:

• State of Michigan Teacher K-5 Elementary Certification required
• Music Education (JX or JQ) endorsement required
• Instrumental background preferred

Essential Job Functions:

• 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 for music.
• Assess students' proficiency levels, adapt instruction accordingly, and track progress over time.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Foster respect and understanding among students of all backgrounds.
• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students as needed.
• Develop detailed, accurate and concise lesson plans for each subject area; plan and provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both group and individual needs of all children within the classroom.
• Collaborate with special education staff as needed to provide students with individualized education programs (IEPs) appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate progress to parents/guardians.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices.
• Attend staff meetings and collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional strategies.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Adhere to FERPA regulations and district policy when working with confidential data.
• Consistent and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, talk, hear (in a quiet or noisy environment). The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust/focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud to moderate. Work may be performed indoors and/or outdoors. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work output of students.

Mental Functions:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to compare, analyze, communicate both orally and in writing, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile and negotiate.

Terms of Employment:

The employee will remain free of any alcohol or drugs throughout his/her employment with the district as outlined in Board Policy #4210.

The Forest Hills Public SchoolDistrictdoes not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, or sexual orientation), marital status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally prohibited basis in its employment decisions or the provision of services.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $120 to $130 Per Day

Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment

Substitute > Substitute

Contact Information

• Kayla Bruley
• 620 Forest Hill Ave SE
• Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]