Long-term Teaching Sub

Kenowa Hills Public Schools•Grand Rapids, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Long Term Teaching Sub at Pathways High School promotes a personalized, student-centered approach to education that incorporates student voice, choice, and agency. The role prepares and delivers instruction aligned with state standards and district curriculum, responds to students’ varied learning needs, assesses student progress, and maintains required records. The substitute also collaborates with colleagues on curriculum, instructional planning, data analysis, and continuous improvement, and communicates with families about student progress and classroom activities. The position is performed primarily indoors, with some outdoor student supervision in varying Michigan weather conditions. It involves managing a classroom of 20 or more students, maintaining composure in demanding situations, and meeting instructional and administrative responsibilities. Employment is contingent on clearance from the Michigan State Police; the candidate is responsible for the fingerprinting background-check fee.

Requirements

Valid State of Michigan Secondary Teaching Certificate; Social Studies preferred.
High level of understanding of personalized learning models.
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including standing and walking for extended periods; bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or sitting on the floor; operating classroom technology; occasionally lifting or moving materials weighing up to 35–50 pounds; and speaking and hearing effectively in a busy classroom.
Ability to maintain professional composure and emotional stability while managing 20+ students, meeting deadlines, and responding to high-pressure situations.
Michigan State Police clearance prior to employment; the candidate is responsible for the fingerprinting background-check fee.

Nice To Haves

Social Studies teaching preference.
Experience with Capturing Kids’ Hearts.
Experience with Edgenuity.
Experience with NWEA MAP testing.

Responsibilities

Promote personalized, student-centered learning that incorporates student voice, choice, and agency.
Prepare course objectives and instructional outlines aligned with state standards and district curriculum.
Use a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) to identify and respond to student learning needs.
Establish a positive, inclusive classroom culture using PBIS strategies and the tenets of Capturing Kids’ Hearts.
Plan and conduct balanced instruction that includes direct instruction, inquiry, and hands-on learning.
Differentiate instruction and adapt materials to diverse academic, social, and developmental needs.
Implement standard operating procedures that promote student independence and collaboration.
Use varied methods and technologies to engage learners and maximize instructional time.
Establish clear learning targets and success criteria for lessons, units, and projects.
Assign and assess student work according to building and district protocols.
Monitor student performance through formal and informal assessment and maintain required attendance and academic records.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities to analyze data and improve practice.
Collaborate on curriculum development, instructional planning, and continuous improvement.
Communicate with families about student progress and classroom activities.
Supervise students indoors and outdoors, including during transitions and activities such as recess and bus duty.