Grade 5 Teacher

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

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in New Bedford is seeking a dedicated Grade 5 Teacher committed to fostering an inclusive curriculum that reflects student diversity. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a belief in every student's potential and a commitment to personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities include planning instruction, tracking student progress, and maintaining active family communication. Qualifications include a license from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and preferred bachelor's degree. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• 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.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction to ensure that all students meet Common Core Standards.
• Use data to inform instruction and track student progress.
• Deliver engaging, targeted instruction meeting MA DESE and Common Core Standards.
• Differentiate services and instruction based on student needs.
• Maintain active communication with families regarding students' progress.
• Assess student performance using various assessment methods.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal and collaborative teamwork skills

SEI Endorsement

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

New Bedford Public Schools Casimir Pulaski Elementary School, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Grade 5 Teacher

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

• Teacher

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

Terms of Employment

• Reports to: School Principal
• Rate: In accordance with the Unit A contract found here

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.