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 Rickert, 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.
- Paraeducator
- Support Staff
Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m., Wednesday - Friday (10.5 hours per week)
Location: Wealthy Elementary
Compensation: Support Staff Contract, Paraeducator Classification, Category II
Start Date: As mutually Agreed Upon
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Coach
Location: East Grand Rapids High School
Rate: 4% of Step BA 1 for Musical
Start Date: January 2025
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Support Staff
Hours: Monday - Friday, 27.5 hours per week
Location: East Grand Rapids High School
Start Date: As Mutually Agreed Upon
Compensation: Per Support Staff Contract, Secretarial Classification Category III
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Teacher
Location: Lakeside Elementary
Rate: EGRPS Long-Term Substitute Teacher Rate per Edustaff
Start Date: January 2025
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Compensation: Per Contract
Start Date: November 2024
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Compensation: Per Contract
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Custodial
- Support Staff
Hours: First shift with some evenings and weekends
Location: East Grand Rapids Public Schools
Compensation: 260 day contract with a salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Start Date: As Mutually Agreed Upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- District
- Coach
Reports To: Athletic Director
Rate: Per Contract
Start Date: March 10, 2025
Duration: 1 Year (Renewable based on recommendation of the Athletic Director)
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- High School
- Teacher
Location: Wealthy and Lakeside Elementary
Rate: EGRPS Long-Term Substitute Teacher Rate per Edustaff
Start Date: December 2024
Contact: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- Elementary
- Food-Service
Hours: Approximately 5 hours per day, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Monday - Friday on full school days
Location: East Grand Rapids Middle School (with occasional support in other buildings)
Start Date: As Mutually Agreed Upon
Compensation: Per the Support Staff Contract, Food Service Classification, Production
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until filled
- Middle School
- Custodial
Hours: Part-time, 4 hours per day, Monday-Friday
Location: TBD
Compensation: Per Support Staff Contract, Custodial/Cleaner Classification Category IV
Start Date: As Mutually Agreed Upon
To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: http://www.applitrack.com/kent/onlineapp
Deadline: Until Filled
- District