LOOP Academic Support Teacher

Grand Rapids Public Schools Campus Elementary School (PreK-5) - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Grand Rapids Public Schools Campus Elementary School (PreK-5) - Grand Rapids, Michigan Open in Google Maps

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

Job : 5866246

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 03, 2026 4:00 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 students are educated, self-directed and productive members of society.

Academic Support Teacher – LOOP Program

Department:
Community and Student Affairs

Unit:
No Benefits (NB)

Wage:
Certified - $26.00;
Non-Certified - $20.00

Program Dates: August - May

Provide quality academic instruction for students attending the LOOP summer school program and differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students. Program days are Monday – Thursday and academic session instructions are held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays for one hour. Program hours will vary depending on the LOOP site dismissal times. The hours per week are 3.5 hours.

Essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act may include any of the following duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by employees in this position. 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 quality instruction using research-based instructional strategies during academic sessions using the required curriculum and effectively maintain and monitor on‑going student progress
• Provide students with effective instruction/modeling/interventions in the various behavioral areas
• Under the leadership and guidance of the Lead Academic Teacher, provide appropriate educational supplemental activities to meet both groups and individual needs of all children within the classroom
• Utilize best classroom management practices to create a learning environment that is conducive to learning, curtails disruptive behaviors and enhances students' self‑esteem
• Participate in and contribute to professional development; implement strategies learned with fidelity
• Attend all regularly scheduled planning meetings
• Submit accurate time sheets to Lead Teacher
• Collaborate with LOOP staff on various activities
• Report absences to Lead Academic Teacher in advance (if known)

Education and Experience:

• College coursework in elementary/secondary education, Work Keys Certificate, ETS Test, or equivalent accepted
• Prior to working with students, complete LARA (PA 116) mandated requirements:
  • Comprehensive Childcare Background Check (CCBC) including fingerprinting by LARA approved agencies (no cost to applicant)
  • Obtain CCBC eligibility to work in a licensed childcare facility
  • Complete Mi Registry Health and Safety Online Modules A, B, C and Transportation or annual Health and Safety Refresher Course; submit learning record transcript to Office of Extended Learning upon completion of Mi Registry Health and Safety Courses or refresher course trainings.
  • Module A MUST be completed before working with students.
  • Obtain First Aid Certification and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation by LARA approved agencies; submit ARC/AHA ce1iificate/card to Office of Extended Learning upon completion
• Display physical, social, mental and emotional soundness to execute the duties of job
• Serve as a role model…