26-27 Grade 2 Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Young World Physical Education; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 66,317 - 129,544; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Grade 2 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year at John F. Kennedy School in Somerville, MA. This full-time position offers a competitive salary ranging from $66,317 to $129,544 as per the Somerville Educators Union collective bargaining agreement. Responsibilities include maintaining student safety, providing differentiated instruction, assessing learning needs, and collaborating with fellow educators. Applicants must possess a valid teaching license in Massachusetts and a DESE SEI endorsement.

Qualifications

• License required for teaching in Massachusetts.
• Experience with diverse classrooms preferred.
• Strong assessment analysis skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan units and lessons aligned to State standards.
• Assess and analyze student learning needs.
• Adapt instruction for varied learning strengths.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Collaborate with educators for specialized instruction.

Skills

Understanding of child and youth development

Differentiated instruction strategies

Culturally responsive communication

Collaboration with educators

Education

Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license

DESE SEI endorsement

Bilingual Educator

Job description

26-27 Grade 2 Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

Somerville Public Schools, John F Kennedy School - Somerville, Massachusetts

Job ID: 5671845
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 27, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Position Summary

The teacher in the Somerville Public Schools maintains the safety, care, and wellbeing of the students that they are charged with. They have an understanding of child and youth development and provide opportunities for learning and social and emotional development following the standards, scope, and sequence of grade level and content areas. The teacher in SPS holds high expectations for every student and strives to know each student’s unique learning strengths and needs. The teacher uses differentiated instruction strategies to ensure equitable and meaningful access to the curriculum and learning for all students.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Plans units and lessons and delivers instruction aligned to State standards and district curriculum.
• Provides ongoing formative and summative assessments and analyzes assessment data in order to determine learning needs of students.
• Adapts curriculum and instruction to teach all students according to their varied learning strengths and needs.
• Establishes and maintains culturally responsive and two-way communication with parents, guardians, and caregivers.
• Collaborates with other educators for the delivery of specialized instruction and/or social and emotional support according to students’ needs.
• Follows the guidance and direction of the School Principal and other school and district administrators to maintain a safe, welcoming, culturally affirming, and equitable learning environment.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities, reflects on current practices, and incorporates new methodologies into instructional planning and delivery.
• Additional duties as assigned by the Principal/Supervisor and in accordance with the SEU Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Abilities, & Skills

• Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Educator's license in the field or subject for this position
• DESE SEI endorsement Required
• Bilingual Educator Preferred

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions.

• Mobility: Frequent walking, standing, and navigating stairs.
• Lifting/Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry objects ranging from 10 to 30 lbs (e.g., books, supplies, equipment).
• Physical Dexterity: Bending, crouching, kneeling, stooping, and reaching to assist students.
• Stationary Tasks: Remaining in a stationary position (sitting/standing) for long periods.

Reporting Relationships

• Position Reports to: The School Principal and Director of Early Education and Care

Terms of Employment

• Position Type: Full Time
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• Union Status: SEU, Unit A
• Salary and benefits are determined in accordance with the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A collective bargaining agreement and the policies of the Somerville School Committee.
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $66,317 to $129,544 Salary per CBA salary schedule

Pre-Employment Requirements

MA Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) Clearance

Fingerprints

The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Steven Marshall , Principal
• JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL
• Email: [e-mail]