2nd Grade Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

New Bedford Public School District is seeking a 2nd Grade Teacher at John B DeValles Elementary School in New Bedford, MA. The district emphasizes an inclusive curriculum and diverse school community, inviting applications from candidates with a commitment to equity and student achievement.

Responsibilities include planning rigorous lessons aligned to the Common Core Standards, using data to inform instruction, differentiating instruction for diverse learners, and maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 1-6.
• Belief that every student can achieve at high levels.
• Commitment to lifelong learning, reflection, and professional growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills.
• SEI Endorsement.
• SPED inclusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure all students meet and exceed standards.
• Use data to inform instruction and track student progress and self-improvement.
• Deliver engaging instruction aligned with MA DESE and Common Core Standards.
• Differentiate services to meet diverse learning needs.
• Maintain active communication with families about student progress.
• Assess student performance with formal, summative, and portfolio assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Inclusion mindset

SEI Endorsement

SPED inclusion experience

Education

Massachusetts DESE licensure (1-6)

Job description

New Bedford Public School District John B DeValles Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

2nd Grade Teacher

New Bedford Public School District John B DeValles Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Position Type: Full-Time

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.

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 of 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, 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
• SPED inclusion experience preferred.

Terms of Employment:

• Reports to: School Principal or Designee
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract foundhere

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 assure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Mary Carvalho , Principal
• John B DeValles Elementary School
• Email: [e-mail]