Employment
Thank you for your interest in working at East! We are actively seeking employees who are passionate about students. Whether your strengths lie in the classroom, the lunchroom, or the office, we want you to work for us!
East Grand Rapids Public Schools requires all applicants to use the district's online application for the employment process. We do not accept any paper applications, letters of reference, cover letters, etc. You will receive an automatic acknowledgment when your application for employment is submitted.
Due to the volume of applicants we receive, the district is unable to respond to telephone or email inquiries regarding the status of an application.
If you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact our office assistant, Amanda Bennett, at 616-235-3535 ext 9.
East Grand Rapids Public Schools is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply for any open position.
Scroll down to view our current openings.
Why Work for East?
- Culture of Excellence
- Small but Mighty Community
- Quality of Classroom Experience
- New Teacher Mentorship
- Graduate Studies Reimbursement
- Employee Children Can Enroll
Culture of Excellence
Small but Mighty Community
Quality of Classroom Experience
New Teacher Mentorship
Graduate Studies Reimbursement
Employee Children Can Enroll
CURRENT EAST GRAND RAPIDS PUBLIC SCHOOLS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Building Level
Please note: If a job is listed here, that means the job is still open.
- Support Staff
Location: Woodcliff Early Childhood Center
Rate: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Contract: June 2026
Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- WECC
- Teacher
Location: East Grand Rapids Middle School
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Middle School
- Food-Service
Location: East Grand Rapids Middle School
Rate: Per the Support Staff Contract, Food Service Classification Category II, Production
Hours: 5.9 hours a day, 29.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday (on full school days)
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until filled
- Middle School
- Teacher
Location: Wealthy Elementary
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Teacher
Location: East Grand Rapids High School
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Teacher
Location: Elementary location
Rate: Per contract salary schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Teacher
Location: East Grand Middle School
Rate: Per contract salary schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Middle School
- Teacher
Location: East Grand Middle School
Rate: Per contract salary schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Middle School
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Teacher
Location: East Grand Rapids High School
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Food-Service
Location: Wealthy Elementary
Rate: Per the Support Staff Contract, Food Service Classification, Head Cook
Hours: Approximately 5.9 hours/day, 7:10 a.m. -1:00 p.m., Monday - Friday (on full school days)
Start Date: August 2026 (with May 2026 training opportunity as mutually agreed)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until filled
- Wealthy
- Custodial
Hours: 4-8 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Location: TBD
Rate: Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications
Start Date: As Mutually Agreed Upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- District
- Custodial
Location: TBD
Rate: Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications
Hours: 4-8 hours per day, Monday - Friday
Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until filled
- District
- Support Staff
Location: East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Rate: Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications, but no less than $14.00 per hour
Hours: Flexible and inconsistent hours with some weekends or evenings required
Start Date: May 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- District
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: August 10, 2026
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: August 10, 2026
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: October 26, 2026
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Teacher
Location: Elementary Location
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Teacher
Location: Elementary Location
Rate: Per Contract Salary Schedule
Start Date: August 2026
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: August 10, 2026
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on athletic director recommendation)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: August 10, 2026
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on athletic director recommendation)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Paraeducator
Location: Elementary Location
Rate: Support Staff Contract, Paraeducator Classification, Category III
Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Custodial
Location: TBD
Rate: Hourly rate commensurate with experience and qualifications
Hours: Part-time, 4 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Start Date: As mutually agreed upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids
Deadline: Until Filled
- District
