PreKindergarten Teacher

Young World Physical Education; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Bedford Public School District Parker Early Childhood Center in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Prekindergarten Teacher to join a diverse, inclusive learning community. The role emphasizes rigorous lessons aligned to the Common Core and MA State Frameworks, with focus on independent thinking and curiosity.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering instruction, using data to guide instruction, differentiating for learners, communicating with families, and assessing progress.

Qualifications

• Licensed by DESE Prek-2
• Belief that every student can achieve at high levels
• Commitment to lifelong learning and growth
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities
• SEI Endorsement
• SPED inclusion experience 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 instruction that meets MA DESE and Common Core Standards
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learner needs
• Maintain consistent communication with families about students' progress
• Assess student performance using formal, summative, and portfolio methods
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Lifelong learning

Multilingual skills

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

New Bedford Public School District Parker Early Childhood Center - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

PreKindergarten Teacher

New Bedford Public School District Parker Early Childhood Center - New Bedford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in New Bedford Public School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5871286

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

Prekindergarten Teacher

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

• Prekindergarten Teacher

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, Prek - 2
• 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 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 assure 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

• Ellyn Gallant , Principal
• Parker Early Childhood Center
• Phone: [phone] ex 53550
• Email: [e-mail]