Careers
Join the Tessa Team
Thank you for your interest in employment at Tessa International School.
We are a fast-growing bilingual school located in Hoboken, NJ—just minutes from downtown Manhattan.
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.
Openings 2025-26
Mandarin Assistant Teacher 学前教育中文课程助理教师
We are looking for a caring Mandarin Assistant Teacher for one of our classes in the Mandarin track 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
- Excellent command of Mandarin & English
- 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
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
Salary
- $3,500 per month
Spanish Preschool Lead Teacher
As one of our Preschool Spanish Lead Teachers, you will teach a Spanish immersion preschool classroom in an 80-20 immersion model. By joining our vibrant educational community, you will play a key role in shaping the learning journey of our students, with a strong focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that connect classroom learning to real-world experiences, inspiring enthusiasm and academic excellence in line with IB and state standards.
- Differentiate instruction using a variety of developmentally appropriate teaching and assessment methods to meet the needs of all learners.
- Monitor and support the academic, emotional, and social development of students.
- Maintain high expectations for student behavior to ensure a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Integrate technology meaningfully to enhance student learning.
- Foster a strong sense of community by actively engaging with students, colleagues, and families.
- Collaborate constructively with colleagues, leadership, and staff across the school.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Participate in curriculum development, team planning, and faculty meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Fluency in English & Spanish
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Master’s degree in Education or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of Preschool experience
- Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance (70% of the premium covered by the school)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Sick/Personal Leave
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Relocation benefits if applicable
Salary
- Starting at $55,000
If you are passionate about early childhood education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Primary Years Floater
We are seeking a passionate, reflective, and dedicated Primary Years Floater to join our team and help our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Actively assists the lead teacher with classroom and behavior management
- Maintains a clean, tidy, and presentable classroom and school environment.
- Assists the lead teacher with various tasks as needed.
- Participates in meetings and professional training sessions, and supports leadership with additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Fluency in English, fluency of any of our language track offerings is a plus
- At least three years of working experience in a school environment
- A degree in Education or a similar field is preferred
- Prior experience at an international school or cultural fluency derived from international experience is a plus
- Strong communication skills, a sense of humor, humility, and empathy
- Must be a team player with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
Schedule
- 8 hours per day, Monday to Friday
- Part-time positions and the opportunity to work extra hours may be available
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Relocation benefits (if applicable)
- Ongoing IB and professional development opportunities
- 5 days Paid Time Off (PTO) + school holidays
Salary:
- $3,500 per month
If you are passionate about education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Aftercare Teacher
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
Openings 2026-27
English Primary Lead Teacher
We are seeking passionate, reflective, and dedicated Early Childhood educators to join our team and help our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.
As one of our English Primary Lead Teachers, you will teach two primary classes in alternation with a target language Lead Teacher. By joining our vibrant educational community, you will play a key role in shaping the learning journey of our students, with a strong focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that connect classroom learning to real-world experiences, inspiring enthusiasm and academic excellence in line with IB and state standards.
- Differentiate instruction using a variety of developmentally appropriate teaching and assessment methods to meet the needs of all learners.
- Monitor and support the academic, emotional, and social development of students.
- Maintain high expectations for student behavior to ensure a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Integrate technology meaningfully to enhance student learning.
- Foster a strong sense of community by actively engaging with students, colleagues, and families.
- Collaborate constructively with colleagues, leadership, and staff across the school.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Participate in curriculum development, team planning, and faculty meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Fluency in English
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Master’s degree in Education or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of Elementary/Primary school experience
- Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance (70% of the premium covered by the school)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Sick/Personal Leave
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Relocation benefits if applicable
Salary
- Starting at $65,000
If you are passionate about education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Spanish Primary Teacher
We are seeking passionate, reflective, and dedicated educators to join our team and help our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.
As one of our Spanish Primary Lead Teachers for the 2026-2027 School Year, you will teach two primary classes in alternation with an English language Lead Teacher. By joining our vibrant educational community, you will play a key role in shaping the learning journey of our students, with a strong focus on academic excellence and social-emotional development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that connect classroom learning to real-world experiences, inspiring enthusiasm and academic excellence in line with IB and state standards.
- Differentiate instruction using a variety of developmentally appropriate teaching and assessment methods to meet the needs of all learners.
- Monitor and support the academic, emotional, and social development of students.
- Maintain high expectations for student behavior to ensure a positive and productive classroom environment.
- Integrate technology meaningfully to enhance student learning.
- Foster a strong sense of community by actively engaging with students, colleagues, and families.
- Collaborate constructively with colleagues, leadership, and staff across the school.
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
- Participate in curriculum development, team planning, and faculty meetings.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Fluency in Spanish & English
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- Master’s degree in Education or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of Elementary/Primary school experience
- Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs preferred
Benefits
- Health insurance (70% of the premium covered by the school)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Sick/Personal Leave
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Relocation benefits if applicable
Salary
- Starting at $65,000
If you are passionate about education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
French Preschool Lead Teacher
The Early Childhood French Lead Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year plays a central role in leading the classroom and supporting our bilingual program. As the primary classroom teacher, they are responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and well-structured learning environment where children develop language, social-emotional skills, and foundational understandings through play and inquiry.
This role leads the French-language environment while collaborating closely with the grade-level team across languages to ensure cohesive and aligned learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities
The Early Childhood French Lead Teacher supports our program by:
- Leading all aspects of classroom planning, environment, and daily routines
- Creating an immersive French-speaking environment that supports children’s language development, comprehension, and expression
- Designing engaging, play-based learning experiences that support inquiry, early literacy, and conceptual understanding
- Modeling rich and expressive French throughout the day
- Building strong relationships with children and fostering a positive, respectful classroom community
- Collaborating with the grade-level team across languages to ensure aligned and cohesive learning experiences
- Observing, documenting, and reflecting on student learning to inform planning
- Preparing family communication, including newsletters, reports, and conferences
- Maintaining an organized, engaging, and intentional classroom environment
- Participating in meetings and contributing to the broader school community
- Representing Tessa in alignment with its mission and core beliefs
Required:
- Fluency in spoken and written French, with the ability to model rich and expressive language for young learners
- Minimum of 3 years of Early Childhood teaching experience (ages 2–6 preferred)
- Demonstrated understanding of early literacy development, including oral language progression, phonological awareness, and emergent reading and writing within play-based environments
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
- Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred:
- State or equivalent national teaching certification
- Direct experience teaching in, or strong familiarity with, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- Experience working in bilingual or dual language programs
Why Join Tessa International School?
At Tessa, you will be part of a mission-driven, international community that values:
- High-quality bilingual education
- Inquiry-based, child-centered learning
- Collaboration, reflection, and professional growth
You will work alongside a diverse team of educators and have the opportunity to grow within an innovative and supportive environment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Relocation benefits (if applicable)
- Ongoing IB and professional development opportunities
- 5 days Paid Time Off (PTO) + school holidays
Salary:
- Starting at $55,000
How to Apply
If you are passionate about early childhood education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Spanish Preschool Lead Teacher
The Early Childhood Spanish Lead Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year plays a central role in leading the classroom and supporting our bilingual program. As the primary classroom teacher, they are responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and well-structured learning environment where children develop language, social-emotional skills, and foundational understandings through play and inquiry.
This role leads the Spanish-language environment while collaborating closely with the grade-level team across languages to ensure cohesive and aligned learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities
The Early Childhood Spanish Lead Teacher supports our program by:
- Leading all aspects of classroom planning, environment, and daily routines
- Creating an immersive Spanish-speaking environment that supports children’s language development, comprehension, and expression
- Designing engaging, play-based learning experiences that support inquiry, early literacy, and conceptual understanding
- Modeling rich and expressive Spanish throughout the day
- Building strong relationships with children and fostering a positive, respectful classroom community
- Collaborating with the grade-level team across languages to ensure aligned and cohesive learning experiences
- Observing, documenting, and reflecting on student learning to inform planning
- Preparing family communication, including newsletters, reports, and conferences
- Maintaining an organized, engaging, and intentional classroom environment
- Participating in meetings and contributing to the broader school community
- Representing Tessa in alignment with its mission and core beliefs
Required:
- Fluency in spoken and written Spanish, with the ability to model rich and expressive language for young learners
- Minimum of 3 years of Early Childhood teaching experience (ages 2–6 preferred)
- Demonstrated understanding of early literacy development, including oral language progression, phonological awareness, and emergent reading and writing within play-based environments
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
- Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred:
- State or equivalent national teaching certification
- Direct experience teaching in, or strong familiarity with, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- Experience working in bilingual or dual language programs
Why Join Tessa International School?
At Tessa, you will be part of a mission-driven, international community that values:
- High-quality bilingual education
- Inquiry-based, child-centered learning
- Collaboration, reflection, and professional growth
You will work alongside a diverse team of educators and have the opportunity to grow within an innovative and supportive environment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Relocation benefits (if applicable)
- Ongoing IB and professional development opportunities
- 5 days Paid Time Off (PTO) + school holidays
Salary:
- Starting at $55,000
How to Apply
If you are passionate about early childhood education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Mandarin Assistant Teacher 学前教育中文课程助理教师
We are looking for a caring Mandarin Assistant Teacher for one of our classes in the Mandarin track 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
- Excellent command of Mandarin & English
- 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
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
Salary
- $3,500 per month
STEM Teacher
The STEM Teacher plays a key role in fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and foundational understanding in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. This role is ideal for an educator who is eager to further develop and shape a growing STEM program, bringing initiative, creativity, and a strong sense of purpose to the work.
The STEM program is designed to both support and extend units of inquiry, as well as develop core scientific and design-thinking skills through stand-alone experiences. The STEM Teacher creates learning experiences that build transferable skills, deepen conceptual understanding, and empower students to apply their thinking in meaningful contexts. Through this work, they cultivate a genuine love of learning and inquiry across the school.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and teach engaging STEM learning experiences that both connect to units of inquiry and develop essential skills and thinking
- Contribute to the ongoing development and refinement of the school’s STEM program, including curriculum design, progression of skills, and resource development
- Design learning that builds scientific thinking, problem-solving, and design processes that students can transfer across contexts
- Foster a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, independence, and a love of discovery
- Lead STEM-related extracurricular programs and school-wide initiatives (e.g., STEM challenges, showcases, or events)
- Collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure intentional connections between STEM learning and units of inquiry
- Attend staff meetings and actively contribute to the broader life of the school community
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in STEM Education or a related field
- Demonstrated success teaching STEM to young learners, either as a stand-alone subject or within an integrated curriculum
- Strong understanding of how to develop transferable skills and thinking through STEM learning
- A proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative and contribute to program development
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to international and multicultural education
Preferred:
- Experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP)
- Experience working in bilingual or international school settings
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Relocation assistance for international candidates
Salary
- Starting at $65,000
How to Apply
If you are passionate about education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Spanish Assistant Teacher
We are looking for a caring Spanish Assistant Teacher for one of our classes in the Spanish track for the 2026-2027 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
- Excellent command of Spanish & English
- 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
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
Salary
- $3,500 per month
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
Music & Movement Teacher
We are seeking a passionate, reflective, and dedicated Music & Movement Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year and help our youngest learners grow academically, physically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.
Role Summary
The Early Childhood Music & Movement Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year plays a key role in supporting young children’s development through music, movement, and creative expression. This role leads engaging, developmentally appropriate sessions that build rhythm, coordination, body awareness, and confidence, while fostering a joy for movement and music.
The Music & Movement program supports children’s overall development and connects, when appropriate, to classroom learning experiences.
Key Responsibilities
The Music & Movement Teacher supports our program by:
- Leading engaging, developmentally appropriate Music & Movement sessions for PK2, PK3, and PK4 students
- Designing experiences that support rhythm, coordination, spatial awareness, and gross motor development
- Creating a joyful, inclusive environment that encourages participation, expression, and confidence
- Modeling movement, musicality, and expressive language throughout sessions
- Collaborating with Music, PSPE, and classroom teachers to ensure alignment with broader learning goals
- Observing and documenting children’s participation and development to inform planning
- Maintaining an organized, safe, and engaging learning space
- Participating in meetings and contributing to the broader school community
- Upholding school routines, expectations, and values
Qualifications
Required:
- Fluency in spoken and written English
- Experience working with young children (ages 2–5 preferred)
- Strong understanding of early childhood development, particularly in movement, coordination, and creative expression
- Ability to design and lead engaging, age-appropriate group experiences
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Music, Movement, Physical Education, or a related field
- Authorization to work in the United States
Preferred:
- Experience in early childhood music, dance, or movement programs
- Experience working in international or bilingual school settings
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
Salary
- $5,000-$5,500/Month
If you are passionate about early childhood education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please send your resume, cover letter, & completed Job Application Form to hr@tessais.org.
Early Childhood English Teacher
We are seeking passionate, reflective, and dedicated Early Childhood educators to join our team and help our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.
Key Responsibilities
The English Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year plays a vital role in supporting our bilingual mission by:
- Upholding the high standards and philosophy of the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
- Supporting children’s language development through rich, play-based experiences that strengthen comprehension, expression, and confidence in English
- Designing engaging learning experiences that promote early literacy development through inquiry, storytelling, play, and meaningful interaction
- Intentionally expanding children’s vocabulary, oral language, and emerging literacy skills in developmentally appropriate ways
- Modeling expressive, authentic English through conversations, songs, stories, and guided interactions throughout the school day
- Nurturing young children’s social-emotional growth while fostering curiosity, independence, and a love of language
- Building warm, respectful relationships with children and collaborating closely with immersion-track teachers to ensure cohesive learning experiences across languages
- Observing and documenting children’s language development to inform responsive teaching practices
Required:
- Native-level fluency in spoken and written English, with the ability to model rich and expressive language for young learners.
- Minimum of 3 years of Early Childhood teaching experience (ages 2–6 preferred).
- Demonstrated understanding of early literacy development, including oral language progression, phonological awareness, and emergent reading and writing within play-based environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field
- Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred:
- State or equivalent national teaching certification
- Direct experience teaching in, or strong familiarity with, the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Why Join Tessa International School?
At Tessa, you will be part of a mission-driven, international community that values:
- High-quality bilingual education
- Inquiry-based, child-centered learning
- Collaboration, reflection, and professional growth
You will work alongside a diverse team of educators and have the opportunity to grow within an innovative and supportive environment.
Benefits
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k)
- Relocation benefits (if applicable)
- Ongoing IB and professional development opportunities
- 5 days Paid Time Off (PTO) + school holidays
Salary:
- Starting at $55,000
How to Apply
If you are passionate about early childhood education and children’s growth in a bilingual, international setting, we encourage you to apply.
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org.
The school is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding, child protection and the promotion of the welfare of students. We expect all staff, service contractors and volunteers to align with this vision. Applicants are required to undergo safeguarding and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, online searches, criminal/criminality checks or equivalent, social media checks and any other background screening checks deemed necessary for the role. Successful applicants will be mandated to complete authorized background screening checks and provide references.
The school takes full responsibility for ensuring the welfare, health, and wellbeing of all children and young adults. We cultivate a vigilant “Culture of Care” that prioritizes and monitors the safeguarding of students above all considerations. This commitment is fundamental to our ethos, and we expect all members of our community to actively participate in maintaining a safe and secure environment.
Primary Assistant Teacher
We are looking for a caring Kindergarten/Primary Assistant Teacher to support our classes in KG/Primary for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists with various classrooms in KG & Primary and in 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
- Leads outdoor play and any field trips
- Participates in meetings and trainings as needed
- Assists in other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualifications
- Excellent command of English
- 3 years working experience in school
- Degree in 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
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
Salary
- $3,500 per month
Please complete the Job Application Form to apply and send any questions you may have to hr@tessais.org
The school is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding, child protection and the promotion of the welfare of students. We expect all staff, service contractors and volunteers to align with this vision. Applicants are required to undergo safeguarding and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, online searches, criminal/criminality checks or equivalent, social media checks and any other background screening checks deemed necessary for the role. Successful applicants will be mandated to complete authorized background screening checks and provide references.
The school takes full responsibility for ensuring the welfare, health, and wellbeing of all children and young adults. We cultivate a vigilant “Culture of Care” that prioritizes and monitors the safeguarding of students above all considerations. This commitment is fundamental to our ethos, and we expect all members of our community to actively participate in maintaining a safe and secure environment.
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.
Office: (201) 755-5585
Location: 720 Monroe St. Hoboken, NJ 07030
