1st Grade Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in New Bedford, Massachusetts is seeking a dedicated 1st Grade Teacher to join our inclusive educational community. You will provide high-quality instruction aligned to the Common Core Standards, promote student engagement, and differentiate learning to meet diverse student needs.

The ideal candidate holds an Elementary Education License and has a strong belief in student potential. We welcome applicants who are dedicated to lifelong learning and who can effectively communicate with students and families alike.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Elem 1-6.
• Dedicated to lifelong learning and professional growth.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to meet Common Core Standards.
• Use data to track student progress and inform instruction.
• Maintain communication with families about students' progress.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Teaching methodology

Data-driven instruction

Differentiation techniques

Education

Elementary Education License (Elem 1-6)

SEI Endorsement

Job description

1st Grade Teacher

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and school community that reflects the diversity of our student population. We strive to have the highest quality educators and encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of skills and diverse backgrounds. We seek candidates who are dedicated to inclusion and have a clear interest in being part of the richness of diversity that the New Bedford Public Schools community has to offer.

Position Summary

• Provide rigorous lessons aligned to the Common Core Standards and MA State Frameworks that promote independent thinking, creative problem solving, and intellectual curiosity for all students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed Common Core Standards and State Frameworks.
• Use data to inform instruction, to track student progress and to track progress of self through self‑evaluation and goal setting.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards for level and subject taught.
• Differentiate services and instruction to meet variety of student learning needs and strengths.
• Maintain active communication with students’ families in support of their learning and to communicate with families consistently and regularly throughout the school year about their children’s academic and social progress.
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Elem 1-6.
• A demonstrated belief that each and every student can achieve at high levels.
• A demonstrated dedication to lifelong learning, reflection, and continued personal and professional growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.
• SEI Endorsement.

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: School Principal.
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract found here.

The New Bedford Public Schools do not discriminate on account of age, race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, genetics, or disability that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions in employment for potential employees. New Bedford Public Schools encourages people with multilingual skills, particularly in Cape Verdean Creole, Portuguese and/or Spanish, to apply. Every available opportunity will be taken in order to ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.