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Join the Tessa Team
Thank you for your interest in employment at Tessa International School.
When joining the Tessa team, you join a multi-cultural community of energetic, experienced education professionals who are open-minded and deeply invested in their work.
Our bilingual programs are dependent on highly-qualified teachers and administrators. We are looking for the right people that will continue and improve the standards at Tessa International School, and who will reflect our mission: adventurers, advocates, and leaders who strive to make the world a better place.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Tessa International School is an equal opportunity employer.
Tessa International School hires staff of any gender, race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin. It does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, creed, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring policies and school-administered programs.
Teaching Openings
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 Assistant Teacher - English - 2025-26
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
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
Enseignant de Moyenne Section de Maternelle - 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 (moyenne section de maternelle) 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
Preschool Assistant Teacher-French, Spanish, Mandarin
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 French, Mandarin or Spanish Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year.
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 French, Spanish or 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 1
Primary Lead Teacher - English
About Tessa International School
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 3rd Grade, with plans to expand to the 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 elementary levels. Additionally, we are currently accredited by the International Baccalaureate organization.
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.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Head of the School, the Primary Lead Teacher will plan and develop lessons reflecting best practices, providing student support, and collaborating with colleagues, supervisors, and students to build a connected and positive learning environment, within a bilingual, global curriculum.
Job Position: Full-Time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Contribute to Tessa’s Mission and Values.
- Contribute to a climate of respect and understanding amongst faculty and staff, students, and parents.
Represent Tessa in a manner that reflects the Mission and the Core Beliefs of Learning.
Plan and implement clear, well-thought-out lesson plans that connect in-class learning to concepts and real-world situations and generate enthusiasm and academic excellence in the classroom.- Teach lessons focused on English proficiency
- Assess student progress and report to parents regularly.
- Use a variety of developmentally appropriate instructional and assessment methods to meet the needs of all learners and provide varied forms of feedback on learning.
Monitor the academic, personal, emotional, and social progress of students.
Use technology purposefully in the classroom to enhance learning and to provide information and feedback to students and parents.
Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
Practice regular, punctual attendance during instructional periods.
Ensure the digital safety of students, following Digital Community and Zoom protocols and guidelines
Communicate in a timely, clear, and effective manner with students, parents, and colleagues, informally and formally.
Demonstrate a willingness to be available to students within contractual hours in addition to instructional time.
Prepare adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.- Fulfill regular administrative tasks, such as timely completion and correction of attendance.
- Engage with students, colleagues, and parents to foster a sense of community.
- Work with colleagues, management, and staff in a constructive, collaborative, and cooperative manner.
- Actively seek opportunities for professional growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Must be a fluent English speaker
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree
- Previous teaching experience of 3-5 years is preferable
- Experience with the IB PYP is preferable, but not required
- Passion for Tessa’s mission
- Strong communication skills, a sense of humor, humility, and empathy
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Previous experience at an international school and/or cultural fluency derived from international experience is a plus
Summer Camp Lead Teacher French, Spanish, Mandarin
Tessa International School is a thriving 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. Our preschool section is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, and we are in the process of seeking accreditation for the elementary 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.
Tessa “Fun, Friends, and Discoveries” Summer Camps are thoroughly enjoyable language immersion programs in three languages – Spanish, French or Mandarin!
Children explore a range of fun multi-sensory, highly interactive activities with their teacher in the target language, from outdoor fun, to indoor creative play, singing, games, music and movement. Children have fun while learning a language and being exposed to a different culture.
Job Details
Tessa International School is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Summer Camp Teacher in French, Spanish or Mandarin to join Team Tessa for our summer camp program!
The Summer Camp Teacher will be responsible for teaching French, Spanish or Mandarin to students ranging from ages 2 to 10 years old, five days a week from 8:00 AM to 4:00PM.
Tessa Summer Camp is a 9 week camp, Monday through Friday. The camp runs from June 23th to August 22rd. We are closed on July 4th.
To be considered for this position, the following criteria is required:
- Experience teaching children ranging from 2 to 10 years old
- Native speaker of French, Spanish or Mandarin
- Ability to teach full immersion French, Spanish or Mandarin classes to summer camp community of children. This includes students who are Tessa students during the year, as well as students from the outside community.
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to plan lessons accordingly
- 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
- Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
Employment Length:
- 1 – 3 months
Work Remotely
- No
Job Types: Temporary, Contract, Full-time
Salary: $950 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hoboken, NJ 07030: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- French, Spanish or Mandarin (Required)
Work Location: In person
No phone calls please.
Summer Camp Assistant Teacher French, Spanish, Mandarin
Tessa International school is a thriving 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. Our preschool section is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, and we are in the process of seeking accreditation for the elementary levels. Additionally, we are currently accredited by the International Baccalaureate organization.
Tessa “Fun, Friends, and Discoveries” Summer Camps are thoroughly enjoyable language immersion programs in three languages – Spanish, French or Mandarin!
Children explore a range of fun multi-sensory, highly interactive activities with their teacher in the target language, from outdoor fun, to indoor creative play, singing, games, music and movement. Children have fun while learning a language and being exposed to a different culture.
Job Details
Tessa International School is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Summer Camp French, Spanish or Mandarin assistant Teacher to join Team Tessa!
The Summer Camp French, Spanish or Mandarin assistant will be responsible for collaborating with and supporting your class’s Lead Teacher teaching to students ranging from ages 2 to 10 years old, five days a week from 8:00AM to 4:00PM.
Tessa Summer Camp is running for 9 weeks, Monday through Friday, starting on June 23rd until August 22nd
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
- May perform diaper changing, feeding and soothing of very young children depending on the class
- Assists in other duties as assigned by leadership
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4 pm .
Qualifications:
- Must be a French, Spanish or Mandarin native speaker or fully bilingual
- Permission to work legally in the USA
- Love of young children
- Caring, empathetic, kind
- Experience with young children preferred
- Positive and mature personality
- Assistant teaching or teaching experience preferred
Benefits:
- Sick time
Job Types: Seasonal, Contract, Temporary.
Salary: $710 a week
School type:
- Language immersion school
- Private school
Work Remotely
- No
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hoboken, NJ: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Temporary, Contract
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hoboken, NJ 07030: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Teaching Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Required)
Work Location: In person
No phone calls please
Administration Openings
Auxiliary Programs Director
About Us:
Tessa International School is a rapidly expanding, innovative school located in Hoboken, NJ, just minutes from downtown Manhattan. We provide high quality bilingual programs in Spanish, Mandarin, and French and boast a vibrant community representing over 60 cultures and nationalities. Our auxiliary programs are an essential part of our offerings to families, providing quality, diverse programs, and convenience.
Responsibilities:
As the Director of Auxiliary Programs, you will take a leadership role in developing, organizing, and managing high-quality auxiliary programs, including after-school activities, summer camps, and enrichment programs. You will lead a team approx. 20 part-time employees and have one or more full-time assistants. This position offers an ambitious educator or manager the opportunity to refine their team management skills, enhance program organization, and gain well-rounded leadership experience.
Your responsibilities will include:
Program Development and Management:
- Under the leadership of the head of school, develop and implement a strategic vision for auxiliary programs focused on high quality programs, organization, and safety
- Research and identify new program opportunities based on student needs and interests.
- Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of all auxiliary programs.
- Manage program budgets and ensure financial sustainability.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
- Class observation; The ability to observe classrooms and give feedback
Team Management:
- Recruit, hire, and supervise auxiliary program staff, including instructors and assistants.
- Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities for staff.
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
Communication and Outreach:
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff regarding program offerings, policies, and procedures.
- Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote auxiliary programs.
- Build relationships with community partners to enhance program offerings.
Administrative and Operational:
- Maintain accurate program records and track enrollment.
- Manage program logistics, including ordering supplies, arranging transportation, and coordinating facility usage.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations.
- Prepare program materials, flyers, and registration forms.
Requirements:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience in program development and team management, ideally leading a school auxiliary program
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience and taste for working with children
- Awareness of the importance of children’s safety
- International experience and taste for multicultural environments are a plus
- Hours: 11am-7pm
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401K
- 28-30 days PTO, incl. 8-10 days over the winter holidays
- Salary Range: $70-$80K
- Significant tuition discount
How to Apply:
If you are a passionate and experienced leader with a commitment to providing high-quality auxiliary programs for children, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@tessais.org.
Auxiliary Programs Assistant
About Us:
Tessa International School is a rapidly expanding, innovative school located in Hoboken, NJ, just minutes from downtown Manhattan. We provide high quality bilingual programs in Spanish, Mandarin, and French and boast a vibrant community representing over 60 cultures and nationalities.
Responsibilities:
As an Auxiliary Programs Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the coordination and execution of our diverse auxiliary programs (e.g., after-school activities, summer camp, enrichment programs). Your responsibilities will include:
- Program Coordination:
- Assist in the planning, scheduling, and implementation of auxiliary programs.
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and instructors regarding program details.
- Maintain accurate records and track program enrollment.
- Administrative Support:
- Provide administrative support to the Auxiliary Programs Director.
- Prepare program materials, flyers, and registration forms.
- Manage program logistics, including ordering supplies and arranging transportation.
- Student Supervision:
- Supervise students during program activities, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Facilitate positive student interactions and engagement.
- Customer Service:
- Provide exceptional customer service to parents and students.
- Address inquiries and resolve program-related issues.
- Additional Tasks:
- Assist with marketing and promotion of auxiliary programs.
- Contribute to the development of new program ideas.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Hours: 11am-7pm
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree strongly preferred
- Experience working with children in an educational or recreational setting.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Enthusiasm for working in a multicultural environment.
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- 401K
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about working with children and supporting their growth, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@tessais.org.
Front Desk Administrator
About Us:
Tessa International School is a rapidly expanding, innovative school located in Hoboken, NJ, just minutes from downtown Manhattan. We provide high quality bilingual programs in Spanish, Mandarin, and French and boast a vibrant community representing over 60 cultures and nationalities.
Position Overview:
The Front Desk Administrator ensures smooth day-to-day operations at Tessa International School. This full-time position provides front desk support, manages enrollment packages, and assists with various administrative tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Front Desk & Communication:
- Serve as the first point of contact at the front desk from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, answering phones, greeting visitors, and addressing inquiries with professionalism.
- Coordinate with parents and guides regarding school tours and provide a welcoming experience.
- Enrollment & Records Management:
- Manage enrollment package distribution and collection, including medical forms and compliance checks.
- Package & Mail Management:
- Pick up and distribute packages and mail to teachers, administrators, and the school.
- Vacation Care Support:
- Provide full-time front desk coverage during school vacation care periods.
- Auxiliary Programs Support:
- Provide administrative and clerical support to the Director of Auxiliary Programs.
- Other:
- Assist with other operational needs as assigned, ensuring a well-organized school environment.
Qualifications:
- Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in education, business administration, or a related field.
- Strong communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience and taste for working with children
- Awareness of the importance of children’s safety
- International experience and taste for multicultural environments are a plus
Benefits:
- Salary Range: $38-40k
- Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- 401K
- 28-30 days PTO, incl. 8-10 days over the winter holidays
- Significant tuition discount
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about school operations, supporting a positive learning environment, and helping make a difference in the lives of students and educators, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and relevant portfolio materials to hr@tessais.org.
Join us at Tessa International School
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Office: (201) 755-5585 | Location: 720 Monroe St. Hoboken, NJ 07030
