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Preschool Mandarin Assistant Teacher - 2024-2025

Our fast-growing bilingual, international school is located in Hoboken, New Jersey, one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. We currently enroll students from early childhood to 4th grade, with plans to add one grade next year. 

We are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB), are a NAIS model school, and are in the process of seeking accreditation for the elementary levels by the Spanish government.

From Nursery through Kindergarten, children learn 80% of the time in the target language (either Spanish, French, or Mandarin) and 20% of the time in English. Starting in grade 1, children learn 50% of the time in the target language and 50% in English.

We are looking for a caring Preschool Mandarin Assistant Teacher for one of our classes in the Mandarin track.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assists with classroom and behavior management
  • Keeps the classroom and the school clean, tidy, and presentable at all times
  • Assists Lead Teacher in a range of tasks as needed
  • Assists with pastoral care
  • Leads outdoor play and any field trips
  • Participates in meetings and trainings as needed
  • May perform diaper changing, feeding and soothing of very young children depending on the class
  • Assists in other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

  • A native-level proficiency in Mandarin
  • 3 years working experience in school 
  • Degree in early childhood education, child development or similar discipline preferred
  • Experience with the IB PYP is preferable, but not required
  • Strong communication skills, a sense of humor, humility, and empathy
  • Team-player 
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Previous experience at an international school and/or cultural fluency derived from international experience is a plus

Schedule 

  • 8 hours Monday to Friday
  • Possibility for part-time positions and to work extra hours

Benefits 

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • IB Professional development
  • Children’s enrollment in the School
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • Disability Insurance

Primary Assistant Teacher - English - 2024-2025

Our fast-growing bilingual, international school is located in Hoboken, New Jersey, one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. We currently enroll students from early childhood to 4th grade, with plans to add one grade next year. 

We are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB), are a NAIS model school, and are in the process of seeking accreditation for the elementary levels by the Spanish government.

From Nursery through Kindergarten, children learn 80% of the time in the target language (either Spanish, French, or Mandarin) and 20% of the time in English. Starting in grade 1, children learn 50% of the time in the target language and 50% in English.

We are looking for a caring Primary English Assistant Teacher for our new and growing Primary Division. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assists with classroom and behavior management
  • Keeps the classroom and the school clean, tidy, and presentable at all times
  • Assists Lead Teacher in a range of tasks as needed
  • Assists with pastoral care
  • Leads outdoor play and any field trips
  • Participates in meetings and trainings as needed
  • May perform diaper changing, feeding and soothing of very young children depending on the class
  • Assists in other duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

  • A native-level proficiency in English
  • 3 years working experience in school 
  • Degree in elementary education, child development or similar discipline
  • Experience with the IB PYP is preferable, but not required
  • Strong communication skills, a sense of humor, humility, and empathy
  • Team-player 
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Previous experience at an international school and/or cultural fluency derived from international experience is a plus

 Schedule 

  • Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm 
  • Possibility for part-time positions and to work extra hours

Benefits 

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • IB Professional development
  • Children’s enrollment in the School
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Life insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Relocation benefits if applicable

Aftercare Teacher - 2024-2025

Our Mission 

We prepare children to be leaders of the 21st century and happy world citizens. Students embrace  the world with enthusiasm, confidence, and the strong will to make a difference. 

At Tessa, children are introduced to other languages and cultures to enhance their cultural  awareness; they are bilingual and culturally adaptable. 

At Tessa, through understanding and respect, we aim to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and  caring children. We emphasize social emotional development of children in conjunction with strong academic challenges. 

At Tessa, we provide a world-class education, based on the most successful international models.  Our international educators are given the means to flourish in their profession by sharing,  investigating, and adapting the education practices worldwide to their classes. 

Job Details 

Tessa is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging person to supervise an aftercare class from 3:00  to 7PM, 5 days a week. Aftercare involves structured care of the children in English, so that  children are well looked after and having fun until their parents come to collect them any time  between 3:30PM to 7PM. Aftercare teacher is responsible for the safety and well-being of the  students in the class. The teacher will have to lead different activities and follow a structured  schedule so that our students can benefit from this extra time at school every day.  

Employees are solely responsible for this portion, including reporting to parents and reporting to the  leadership team. 

Job Type: Part-time 

Pay: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour 

To be considered for this position, the following criteria is required: 

  • Experience with children ranging from 2 to 8 years old
  • Ability to manage children’s behavior and abilities
  • Ability to provide a nurturing, respectful and caring learning environment
  • Authorization to work in the United States

Primary Spanish Lead Teacher 2025-2026

About Tessa International School

Tessa International school is a fast-growing bilingual, international school located in Hoboken, New Jersey, just one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. We currently enroll students from early childhood to the 3rd Grade, with plans to expand to the 5th grade in the coming years.

We are an International Baccalaureate World School. Our preschool section is also accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, and we are in the process of seeking accreditation for the elementary levels. 

From Nursery through Kindergarten, children learn 80% of the time in the target languages and 20% of the time in English. Starting in grade 1, children learn 50% of the time in the target languages and 50% in English.

For the 2024-2025 school year, we are looking for a Spanish Lead teacher to be a lead for our Primary class. This position provides excellent opportunities to explore new teaching practices within an international, positive and collaborative environment. 

Responsibilities:

  • Preparing classes in collaboration with English language primary teachers, 
  • Preparing weekly newsletters to parents,
  • Preparing report cards and conferences,
  • Participating in meetings as required by the Head of School,
  • Maintaining assessment records,
  • Keeping their classroom, as well as the School, tidy and presentable,
  • Represent Tessa in alignment with its Mission and Core Beliefs,
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

  • Native Spanish speaker or perfectly bilingual
  • Holder of a Master’s degree
  • 6 – 8 years of work experience with Primary grades
  • Experience with IB PYP curriculum preferred 
  • Experience with dual language programs preferred
  • Passionate about your job
  • Able to plan fun and thematic lessons within programs
  • Curious, enthusiastic, and positive
  • Excellent level of English (for quality communication with the rest of the team and families)

 

Please send your CV and cover letter to hr@tessais.org

Professeur des Ecoles - 2025-2026

Définition du poste

Notre école internationale en plein essor est située à Hoboken, dans le New Jersey, à une station de métro de Manhattan, New York. Nous recherchons un Professeur des Écoles pour la rentrée scolaire 2025-2026. Le niveau enseigné (au sein des cycles 1 ou 2) n’est pas encore déterminé et peut être adapté au profil de la personne recrutée. Possibilité de détachement pour la maternelle.

Cette position offre d’excellentes opportunités d’explorer de nouvelles pratiques pédagogiques au sein d’un environnement international, positif et collaboratif. 

Vos responsabilités incluent :

  • Planifier et mettre en œuvre des séquences de haute qualité reflétant les meilleures pratiques basées sur les compétences des programmes de l’Education Nationale française et de l’IB (Baccalauréat International). Des séances claires et bien pensées relient l’apprentissage théorique à des concepts et des situations du monde réel et suscitent l’enthousiasme et l’excellence académique dans la classe
  • Apporter le soutien nécessaire aux élèves, notamment grâce à la pratique de la différenciation
  • Créer un environnement d’apprentissage positif et bienveillant
  • Suivre de manière régulière les progrès scolaires, personnels, émotionnels et sociaux des élèves
  • Collaborer avec les collègues, la direction et les autres membres de l’école de manière constructive et coopérative
  • Utiliser la technologie et le numérique de manière appropriée en classe afin d’améliorer les apprentissages et communiquer avec les familles
  • Communiquer avec les parents de manière régulière, claire et efficace
  • Effectuer d’autres tâches occasionnelles qui pourraient vous être confiées
  • Contribuer à la mission et aux valeurs de Tessa

Tessa International School : 

Nous accueillons actuellement des élèves de la Toute Petite Section de maternelle au CM1, et irons jusqu’au CM2 en 2025. Notre maternelle est homologuée par le Ministère de l’Education Nationale français et nous préparons l’homologation des niveaux élémentaires. Nous sommes également accrédités par l’organisation du Baccalauréat International (IB).

Nous proposons à nos familles de choisir parmi trois langues : le français, l’espagnol ou le mandarin. En maternelle, nous offrons un programme d’immersion dans la langue cible, avec quelques classes enseignées en anglais par des spécialistes anglophones. A partir du CP, l’enseignement devient bilingue avec des enseignants francophones et anglophones.

Profil recherché

Vous êtes/avez :

  • Francophone natif ou parfaitement bilingue
  • Titulaire d’un Master MEEF et/ou du concours de l’Education Nationale
  • 3 ans d’expérience minimum
  • Connaissance et pratique des Programmes du Ministère de l’Education Nationale française
  • Passionné/e par votre métier
  • Excellentes compétences en communication
  • Capable de planifier des séances ludiques et thématiques dans le cadre des programmes
  • Curieux/se, enthousiaste, et positif/ve
  • Aimant le travail d’équipe
  • Très bon niveau d’anglais (B2 minimum)
  • Adaptable (expérience à l’international préférable)
  • Expérience du Baccalauréat International (préférable)

Preschool Spanish Lead Teacher 2025-2026

Tessa International school is a thriving bilingual international school located in Hoboken, New Jersey, just one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. We currently enroll students from early childhood to the Primary 3rd Grade, with plans to expand to the Primary 5th grade in the coming years. Our preschool section is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, and we are in the process of seeking accreditation for the Primary levels. Additionally, we are currently accredited by the International Baccalaureate organization.

    We offer our families the choice of three languages: French, Spanish, or Mandarin. In preschool, we provide an immersion program in the target language, with some classes taught by English-speaking specialists. From Primary, the program becomes bilingual, involving English speaking and target language speaking teachers.

      For the 2024-2025 school year, we are looking for a Preschool Spanish teacher to be a lead in one of our Spanish track classes. This position provides excellent opportunities to explore new teaching practices within an international, positive and collaborative environment. 

Your responsibilities include:

  • Plan and implement high-quality lessons reflecting best practices based on the skills of French National Education and IB (International Baccalaureate) programs. These clear, well-thought-out lessons connect theoretical learning to real-world concepts and situations and spark enthusiasm and academic excellence in the classroom
  • Provide the necessary support to students, particularly through the practice of differentiation
  • Create a positive and caring learning environment
  • Use a variety of teaching and assessment methods appropriate to the development and needs of all students
  • Regularly monitor students’ academic, personal, emotional and social progress
  • Collaborate with colleagues, management and other members of the school in a constructive and cooperative manner
  • Use technology and digital technology appropriately in the classroom to improve learning and communicate with families
  • Establish and maintain an atmosphere within the class conducive to learning, in particular through the effective management of student behavior
  • Communicate regularly, clearly and effectively with students, parents and colleagues
  • Perform other occasional tasks that may be assigned to you
  • Contribute to Tessa’s mission and values
  • Contribute to a climate of respect and understanding between all members of the educational community

Requirements:

You are/have:

  • Native Spanish speaker or perfectly bilingual
  • Holder of a Master degree
  • Minimum 3 years of work experience
  • Passionate about your job
  • Able to plan fun and thematic lessons within programs
  • Curious, enthusiastic, and positive
  • A very good level of English (B2 minimum – recommended for quality communication with the rest of the team and families)
  • Adaptable (international experience preferred)
  • International Baccalaureate experience (preferred)

 

Please send your CV and cover letter to hr@tessais.org

Preschool Mandarin Lead Teacher - 2025-2026

Our fast growing international bilingual school located in Hoboken , NJ is looking for a Lead  Mandarin Teacher for its full immersion class. The Lead Teacher is responsible for planning and  developing lessons reflecting best practices, providing support, collaborating with colleagues  and supervisors. They have one or two assistants in the class. This is an opportunity for a  qualified Mandarin speaker to get familiar with the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum  framework, as well as to be located in the New York City area.  

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Plan and implement clear, well-thought-out lesson plans that connect in-class learning to  concepts and generate enthusiasm and academic excellence in the classroom.
  • Use a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional and assessment methods to  meet the needs of all young learners. 
  • Perform young child care, feeding and soothing of very young children depending on  age group served. 
  • Monitor the academic, personal, emotional, and social progress of students.
  • Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning  atmosphere. 
  • Communicate in a timely, clear, and effective manner with students, parents, and  colleagues, informally and formally. 
  • Prepare adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent. 
  • Fulfill regular administrative tasks, such as timely completion and correction of  attendance, and lesson planning. 
  • Actively seek opportunities for professional growth. 
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 
  • Contribute to Tessa’s mission and values. 
  • Contribute to a climate of respect and understanding amongst faculty and staff, students,  and parents. 

Qualifications 

  • Native speaker of Mandarin or fully bilingual 
  • Authorized to work in the United States or eligible for a J-1 teaching visa (bachelor’s  degree + minimum of 2 years recent teaching experience)  
  • Bachelor and Masters in Education
  • Previous teaching experience of 2-3 years preferable in teaching the target language  acquisition to very young students 
  • Strong communication skills, humility, and empathy 
  • Love of very young children 
  • Positive attitude 
  • Previous experience at an international school and/or cultural fluency derived from  international experience is a plus 
  • Experience with the IB PYP preferred 

Benefits 

  • Health insurance 
  • Dental insurance 
  • Vision insurance 
  • IB Professional development 
  • Children’s enrollment in the School 
  • Paid time off 
  • 401(k) 
  • Life insurance 
  • Disability Insurance 
  • Relocation benefits if applicable

Join us at Tessa International School

Discover why our bilingual curriculum is recognized as one of the best. Learn how we combine academic excellence with engaging, interactive experiences that foster global awareness.

Join us at Tessa International School

Discover why our bilingual curriculum is recognized as one of the best. Learn how we combine academic excellence with engaging, interactive experiences that foster global awareness.

Tessa International School

Office: (201) 755-5585 | Location: 720 Monroe St. Hoboken, NJ 07030