Floating Substitute Teacher-$160/day (Beach Elementary)

Cedar Springs Public Schools invites qualified substitutes to apply for the position of Floating Substitute Teacher.  This is a position for the 2026-27 school year and possibly beyond. 

Floating Substitute Teachers are assigned to a building in the district, in this case Beach Elementary, and are typically assigned to a classroom when other substitutes cannot be found.  Flexibility and willingness to work in a variety of buildings and grade levels is preferred.

PAY:  $160 PER DAY THROUGH EDUSTAFF __ GUARANTEED DAILY WORK

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow the lesson plans of the regular classroom teacher
• Establish effective, positive relationships with students, parents, teachers, other support staff, and administrators
• Apply sound principles of learning and motivation in the planning, implementation and assessment phases of instructional delivery
• Utilize a variety of quality classroom management techniques to maintain a highly productive learning environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful experience as a substitute teacher
• Ability to meet certification requirements as a substitute through MDE
• Ability to communicate well at various levels with students, parents, and school personnel
• Evidence of a positive attitude and human relation skills
• Evidence of high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in personal and professional matters
• High level of flexibility

DESIRED TRAITS:

• Reliable
• Personable
• Strong management skills
• Positive attitude
• Patient
• Consistent
• Enjoys working with students
• Experience working with elementary students
• Follows Lesson Plans
• Proactive use of time
• Relationship builder with students
• High expectations for all students
• Problem solver

REPORTS TO:  Building Principal

WHO ARE WE?

Cedar Springs Public Schools is a Preschool through 12th-grade public school consisting of over 3,000 students and nearly 400 employees.  We are located within the city limits of Cedar Springs, Michigan in Kent County. Cedar Springs Public Schools is one of 20 member public school districts within the Kent Intermediate School District (KISD). We are unique in that our schools are all located within a single campus setting with the exception of the Middle School which is located 1 mile south of the main campus. The setting is secure, picturesque, and allows easy access for families participating in activities for more than one child.

Our exemplary educational system is a result of the collaborative efforts of parents, students, school and community. Together, we are providing opportunities for students to reach their full potential by providing a well-rounded educational experience. WE are RED HAWKS!

DISTRIBUTION: Internal / External

APPLICATIONS: Submit an application, cover letter and resume through the online here.  NO HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED/REVIEWED VIA MAIL OR HAND DELIVERY.

Salary : $160