Summer Teacher - Elementary; K-8

Summer Teacher
- Elementary (K-8)

Grand Rapids Public Schools Itinerant
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This job is also posted in Grand Rapids Public School District, and Kent ISD

Job : 5524699

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

GRPS MISSION: Our mission is to ensure that all scholars are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

SUMMER TEACHER - ELEMENTARY (K-8)

Department:
Elementary

Unit:
Summer

Wage: $60/hour

Direct Supervisor:
Principal

JOB SUMMARY

The elementary teacher is responsible for providing short-term, intensive instruction following the summer curriculum for kindergarten through 5th grade scholars. This is accomplished by providing a variety of learning experiences meeting the needs of our scholars through traditional strategies and digital platforms. This position reports directly to the assigned building/program principal.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. Regular on time and in person attendance is an essential function of this job. Other essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide scholars with effective instruction in the various academic areas; use the Danielson Rubric; and differentiate instruction (SIOP-Sheltered Instruction for teachers with EL scholars in their class) to meet the needs of all scholars
• Teach the required curriculum and administer assessments appropriate to the summer program; effectively maintain and monitor on-going scholar progress
• Provide scholars with effective instruction/modeling/interventions in the various behavioral areas
• Develop lesson plans for each subject area in the summer program; plan and provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both group and individual needs of all scholars within the classroom, including scholars with special needs and English learners (applicable for ESL teachers)
• Utilize “best” classroom management practices to create a learning environment that is conducive to learning, curtails disruptive behaviors and enhances scholars’ self-esteem
• Collaborate with special education staff to provide scholars with individualized education programs (IEPs) appropriate accommodations and supplementary aids
• Participate in and contribute to professional development, implement strategies learned with fidelity

Parent and Community Engagement

• Make and maintain regular, positive contact with parents via phone calls, email and/or home visits including communicating scholar progress
• Establish and maintain effective written and oral communication and rapport with scholars, parents, and colleagues
• Participate in parent meetings
• Contribute to the development of a positive attitude between the school and the wider community through cooperative relations, publications, competitions, etc.

Other Duties

• Display physical, social, mental, and emotional soundness in order to execute the duties of job
• Serve as a role model for all scholars and within school community
• Interact with co-workers, administration, scholars, parents, and the community in positive, supportive, and cooperative ways
• Encourage the team spirit and contribute as a team member in the decision-making processes of the school as facilitated by the building administrator
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required
• Contribute to extra-curricular activities and school programs, including recess duty as requested
• Maintain…