Grade 3 Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Grade 3 Teacher for New Bedford Public Schools. The position involves planning rigorous lessons aligned with Common Core Standards, with a strong emphasis on inclusion and diversity.

Applicants should have a belief in the potential of all students, a dedication to continuous professional growth, and excellent communication skills. The role offers the opportunity to impact young learners positively within a supportive educational environment.

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 and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to meet Common Core Standards and State Frameworks.
• Use data to inform and track student progress.
• Deliver engaging instruction that meets standards for level and subject.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Outstanding interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills

Lifelong learning dedication

Belief in student achievement

SEI Endorsement

SPED inclusion experience

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

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

Job description

Grade 3 Teacher

New Bedford Public Schools James B. Congdon Elementary School - New Bedford, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 5725976
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: May 19, 2026 12:00 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.

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.
• 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 NBEA Unit A contract found here.

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Mary Carvalho, Principal
• 50 Hemlock Street
• New Bedford, Massachusetts 02740
• Phone: 508‑997‑4511 ext. 44500
• Email: [e-mail]

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.