Forest Hills Public Schools
Human Resources Department
6590 Cascade Road, S.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Hours: M-F, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Phone: (616) 493-8805 Fax: (616) 493-8559
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Christine Annese, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Michele Lipka, Administrative Assistant
Welcome to the Human Resources Department
at Forest Hills Public Schools! 
Forest Hills Public Schools has over 1,400 employees; over 700 of whom are teachers who serve over 10,000 students. The District receives over 2,000 applications each year to fill the growing number of teaching and support staff positions.
The District’s practice of encouraging support staff to complete degrees and gain hands-on experience working with students motivates many to apply for teaching positions. With a caring, trusting and supportive environment in which to work, many employees choose to stay at Forest Hills Public Schools for their entire career. Our growing number of service awards for those employed by the District over 30 years is proof of their commitment.
Our applications are now part of the Kent Consortium. This consortium was formed to offer candidates a single place to apply for a position in multiple districts. The consortium consists of the following districts:
Kent ISD; Godwin Heights; Comstock Park Public Schools; Godfrey-Lee Public Schools; Forest Hills Public Schools; East Grand Rapids Public Schools; Kelloggs Public Schools; Northview Public Schools; Rockford Public Schools; Thornapple Kellogg Schools; Wyoming Public Schools
To establish a complete pre-employment file for any of the districts above, please complete the online application. Your application materials will be retained in active status for one school year.
Please click here now to view all job openings, or to submit your resume.
Frequently Asked Human Resource Questions
Q: What is the procedure for applying for a position with Forest Hills Public Schools?
A: Our new online application system allows you to complete an applicaton for employment for current and future openings in the Forest Hills Public School District. This applies to licensed teaching positions as well as all non-teaching positions.
If you are interested in joining our team, please use our Online Application Link. The application process consists of multiple steps and may take 30 to 60 minutes to complete. You do NOT have to complete the whole process at one time. If you want to apply for positions that are not currently listed as open, you may establish a pre-employment file by completing the online application.
Important Notes: FHPS requires all applicants to use the district’s online Application Process. We are no longer accepting any paper applications. This includes letters of reference, cover letters, etc. Use our online process to complete your application as well as to upload any additional documents needed for your application.
When you submit your application for employment you will receive an automatic acknowledging receipt of your application. Due to the volume of applicants we receive, the district is unable to respond to telelphone or e-mail inquiries regarding the status of an application. Click here to complete an application or to check current job posting.
If you have questions regarding the application process, contact the FHPS Human Resources Department.
Q: How long is my application valid?
A: We keep applications for one year. Therefore, if after one year you are still interested in employment within Forest Hills Public Schools, please complete a new application through the online application process.
Q: Who do I contact at the Department of Education in order to become a certified teacher in Michigan?
A: Please contact the Professional Preparation and Certification Office in Lansing at (517) 373-3310.
Employment Applications
Our new online application system allows you to complete an applicaton for employment for current and future openings in the Forest Hills Public School District. This applies to licensed teaching positions as well as all non-teaching positions.
If you are interested in joining our team, please use the Application link below. The application process consists of multiple steps and may take 30 to 60 minutes to complete. You do NOT have to complete the whole process at one time. If you want to apply for positions that are not currently listed as open, you may establish a pre-employment file by completing the online application.
Important Notes: FHPS requires all applicants to use the district’s online Application Process. We are no longer accepting any paper applications. This includes letters of reference, cover letters, etc. Use our online process to complete your application as well as to upload any additional documents needed for your application.
When you submit your application for employment you will receive an automatic acknowledging receipt of your application. Due to the volume of applicants we receive, the district is unable to respond to telelphone or e-mail inquiries regarding the status of an application. Click here to complete an application or to check current job postings. If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact us.
Substitute Teaching Information
If you are interested in substitute teaching in Forest Hills Public Schools, please go to the following web site for information: www.subpass.com.
Read the “Employment Requirements” section, then follow the instructions outlined in the “Enroll Now” section, based on the county of your choice.
For further information, please contact:
PESG (Professional Educational Services Group, LLC) at (616) 891-0509.
