5th Grade Teacher

Thomas R Rodman Elementary School; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas R Rodman Elementary School in New Bedford, MA seeks a 5th Grade Teacher dedicated to an inclusive curriculum and diverse school community. The role emphasizes high-quality instruction aligned to MA frameworks and strong collaboration with families and staff.

Responsibilities include data-driven planning, differentiated instruction, and ongoing assessment to support student achievement. Applicants should be licensed and committed to equity in education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 1-6.
• SEI Endorsement.
• SPED inclusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to meet and exceed Common Core Standards and State Frameworks.
• Use data to inform instruction, track student progress and personal growth.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that aligns with MA DESE and Common Core Standards.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and strengths.
• Maintain active communication with families about students' progress throughout the year.
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal & teamwork

Lifelong learning

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Licensed by DESE 1-6

SEI Endorsement

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Job description

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5th Grade Teacher

Thomas R Rodman Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

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.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jacell Suarez , Principal
• Thomas R Rodman Elementary School
• Phone: [phone] ext. 55650
• Email: [e-mail]

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