Teacher: Intermediate - Nelson Place School

Teacher:
Intermediate - Nelson Place School

Worcester Public Schools – Nelson Place School, Worcester, Massachusetts

• Job : 5670751
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Apr 27, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

SUBJECT: TEACHER - INTERMEDIATE

REPORTS TO: BUILDING PRINCIPAL

As a teacher in the Worcester Public Schools you will be expected to provide rigorous instruction to a diverse population of students in your classroom. You will align your teaching to the district and state curriculum; regularly assess students for learning comprehension and modify your instruction to ensure learning; and provide a classroom that is conducive to the learning needs of all students, especially those learning English and students with disabilities.

The Worcester Public Schools is wonderfully diverse and our successful teachers capitalize on this diversity to provide rich learning environments. Being an educator will require patience, perseverance, creativity, excellent content knowledge, and a true desire to prepare all students for successful lives.

For applicants who are committed to preparing Worcester students to excel in college and beyond, we offer a competitive salary package and participation in federal loan forgiveness programs (more information on our website in the Human Resources section).

• Remain up to date regarding curriculum content.
• Effectively plan and assess curriculum and instruction.
• Mentor students’ understanding of the curriculum and adjust instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate.
• Effectively manage the classroom environment.
• Ensure learning goals are clear, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques.
• Use innovative approaches and instructional strategies, including technologies, to increase student learning and confidence.
• Promote high standards and expectations for student achievement.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity, ensuring equitable opportunities for students with special needs, 504 plans, and second‑language learners.
• Assure equal educational opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Massachusetts DESE license Elementary 1‑6
• SEI Endorsement

• Teaching experience in the content area
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs
• Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese, or an African Language

185 days

Salary scale shown is based on the candidate holding a Bachelor's Degree with potential increases dependent on the highest level of education.

Our Focus Statement:
The focus of Nelson Place School Learning Community is to instill in all students the skills, experiences, and knowledge needed to advance to the next level of their education. Students will demonstrate proficiency in reading comprehension within a data‑driven, standards‑based curriculum using MCAS, DIBELS, MAP, and DRA assessments.

• Mary Sealey, Principal
• 35 Nelson Place
• Worcester, Massachusetts 01605
• Phone: 508‑799‑3506
• Email:

The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or related condition, veteran status or homelessness. It provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508‑799‑3020.