Teacher-Elementary Grade (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; North Reading (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

North Reading Public Schools is seeking Elementary Grade Level Classroom Teachers (K-5) for the 2026-2027 school year at J. Turner Hood Elementary School in North Reading, MA. A DESE license for Elementary grades 1-6 and a related Bachelor's degree are required.

Candidates should indicate preferences via cover letter and prepare for a staff orientation. The position begins September 1, 2026, with new educator orientation to follow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Massachusetts DESE license to teach Elementary, grades 1-6.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Unit/lesson planning.
• Direct instruction of students.
• Assessment of student learning.
• Confer with parents/guardians as needed.
• Collaborate with grade level and content teams to maintain pacing.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Massachusetts DESE license Elementary 1-6

Job description

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This job is also posted in North Reading School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5889003
Application Deadline: Aug 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

Job Description

The J. Turner Hood Elementary School is seeking Elementary Grade Level ClassroomTeachers to start in school year 2026-2027.North Reading Public Schoolsis actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

Grade level is open to K-5 as final 2026-2027 staffing assignments are being made with active staff. Applicants should indicate their preference in a cover letter.

North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 1, 2026. New educators are required to attend the two day new staff orientation on dates still to be determined.

Essential duties

• Unit/lesson planning
• Direct instruction of students
• Assessment of student learning
• Be available to conference with parents/guardians and families as needed or requested
• Collaborate with grade level and content teams to ensure pacing and learning expectations are maintained
• Other duties as requested by the Building Principal and/or Designee

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education teaching license in Elementary, grades1-6
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Collaborative working demeanor
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Additional benefits for this work are outlined in the current North ReadingEducation Association (NREA) contract .

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Human Resources Administrator.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $59,923 to $118,875 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Glen McKay , Principal
• J. Turner Hood Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]