Elementary Theatre Teacher - 8763

New Bedford Public School District; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

New Bedford Public School District is seeking an Elementary Theatre Teacher to join the Fine Arts Department in New Bedford, MA. The role focuses on delivering theatre instruction aligned with MA DESE frameworks and Common Core standards, fostering creativity, inclusivity, and student engagement across diverse learners.

Ideal candidates hold the MA license in Theatre, show strong classroom management, and are committed to equity and collaboration with families and colleagues in a urban school

Qualifications

• Must hold Massachusetts license: Academic: Teacher, Theatre: All Levels.
• Knowledge of secondary theatre education methods and the ability to navigate technology software and applications.
• Experience designing and implementing engaging lessons, units and assessments that correlate to the MA Frameworks for Theatre.
• Strong classroom management techniques, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with colleagues, administrators and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet and exceed MA DESE and Common Core Standards.
• Use data to inform instruction, track progress of students and self-evaluation.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards for level and subject.
• Differentiate services and instruction to meet varying student needs and strengths.
• Maintain active communication with students’ families about learning progress throughout the school year.
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio assessments to drive instruction.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Theatre education methods

Technology tools

Lesson design & assessment

Urban classroom experience

Interpersonal & communication

Education

Massachusetts license: Academic Teacher, Theatre All Levels

Job description

New Bedford Public School District Prab - Fine Arts Department - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

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

• Elementary Theatre Teacher

Summary

• As part of our continued and exciting Fine and Performing Arts Expansion, New Bedford Public Schools is excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and passionate Theater Teacher! We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and a school community that reflects the rich diversity of our student population. Theater plays a vital role in inspiring creativity, cultural expression, and a sense of belonging among our students. We strive to hire the highest quality educators and strongly encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are looking for a Theater Teacher who is enthusiastic about teaching, committed to equity and inclusion, and eager to contribute to the vibrant and diverse New Bedford community. Join us in making a difference through the power of theater and education!

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

• Hold Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as an Academic: Teacher, Theatre: All Levels
• Possess knowledge of secondary theatre education methods and the ability to navigate technology software and applications.
• Have experience designing and implementing engaging lessons, units and assessments that correlate to the MA Frameworks for Theatre
• Have positive classroom management techniques, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting
• Have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with colleagues, administrators and parents

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: CDAM - Arts, 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.

Elementary Theatre Teacher - 8763

New Bedford Public School District Prab - Fine Arts Department - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5950212

Application Deadline: Nov 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

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

• Elementary Theatre Teacher

Summary

• As part of our continued and exciting Fine and Performing Arts Expansion, New Bedford Public Schools is excited to announce an opening for a dynamic and passionate Theater Teacher! We are deeply committed to an inclusive curriculum and a school community that reflects the rich diversity of our student population. Theater plays a vital role in inspiring creativity, cultural expression, and a sense of belonging among our students. We strive to hire the highest quality educators and strongly encourage applications from candidates representing a broad range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are looking for a Theater Teacher who is enthusiastic about teaching, committed to equity and inclusion, and eager to contribute to the vibrant and diverse New Bedford community. Join us in making a difference through the power of theater and education!

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

• Hold Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license as an Academic: Teacher, Theatre: All Levels
• Possess knowledge of secondary theatre education methods and the ability to navigate technology software and applications.
• Have experience designing and implementing engaging lessons, units and assessments that correlate to the MA Frameworks for Theatre
• Have positive classroom management techniques, be responsive to student diversity, enjoy working in an urban setting
• Have excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills with colleagues, administrators and parents

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: CDAM - Arts, 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Michael Rayner , CDAM - Arts
• Prab - Fine Arts Department
• Phone: [phone]x14208
• Email: [e-mail]

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