English Language Arts Teacher

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

Job summary

New Bedford Public School District's Roosevelt Middle School in New Bedford, MA, seeks an English Language Arts teacher to provide rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that promotes independent thinking and curiosity among diverse learners.

The role emphasizes data-informed planning, strong family communication, and collaboration with colleagues to support all students. The ideal candidate holds DESE licensure in ELA and demonstrates commitment to inclusive education and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in education or related field.
• Licensed by DESE in appropriate content area and grade level.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• SEI Endorsement is required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to meet Common Core Standards and MA State Frameworks.
• Use data to inform instruction and track student progress.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction aligned to MA DESE standards.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learner needs.
• Maintain active communication with students’ families and report progress regularly.
• Assess student performance with formal, summative, and portfolio assessments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Communication skills

SEI Endorsement

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

New Bedford Public School District Roosevelt Middle School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

English Language Arts Teacher

New Bedford Public School District Roosevelt Middle School - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5851697
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

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:

• English Language Arts

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 in appropriate content area and grade level.
• 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 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 ensure that each applicant is selected on the basis of qualifications, merit and ability.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > English & Language Arts

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Nathan Dineen , Principal
• Roosevelt Middle School
• Phone: [phone]