Grade 1 Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a dedicated Grade 1 Teacher for New Bedford Public Schools. The ideal candidate will implement inclusive instruction aligned with MA State Frameworks and foster a supportive learning environment.

Your responsibilities will include engaging lessons, ongoing assessment of student performance, and collaboration with families. A Bachelor's degree and appropriate licensure are preferred. This full-time position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan and implement instruction that meets standards.
• Experience with data-driven instruction and student assessment.
• Commitment to academic and social success for all students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging instruction for diverse learners.
• Maintain active communication with families about student progress.
• Conduct assessments to guide future instruction.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills

Lifelong learning and reflection

Ability to differentiate instruction

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, 1‑6

SEI Endorsement

SPED inclusion experience preferred

Job description

Grade 1 Teacher

New Bedford Public Schools Sgt. Wm. H. Carney Memorial Academy — New Bedford, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps.

Job ID: 5702274

Posted: May 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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.

Objective

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

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Andrea Abreu, Principal
• 247 Elm Street
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: 508‑997‑4511 x2263
• Fax: 508‑998‑3520
• Email: [e-mail]