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 LeadTeacher 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

1. Contribute to Tessa’s Mission and Values.
2. Contribute to a climate of respect and understanding amongst faculty and staff, students, and parents.
3. 
   Represent Tessa in a manner that reflects the Mission and the Core Beliefs of Learning.
4. 
   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.
5. Teach lessons focused on English proficiency
6. Assess student progress and report to parents regularly.
7. 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.
8. 
   Monitor the academic, personal, emotional, and social progress of students.
9. 
   Use technology purposefully in the classroom to enhance learning and to provide information and feedback to students and parents.
10. 
    Establish and maintain standards of student behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
11. 
    Practice regular, punctual attendance during instructional periods.
12. 
    Ensure the digital safety of students, following Digital Community and Zoom protocols and guidelines
13. 
    Communicate in a timely, clear, and effective manner with students, parents, and colleagues, informally and formally.
14. 
    Demonstrate a willingness to be available to students within contractual hours in addition to instructional time.
15. 
    Prepare adequately for responsibilities to be assumed when absent.

16. Fulfill regular administrative tasks, such as timely completion and correction of attendance.

17. Engage with students, colleagues, and parents to foster a sense of community.

18. Work with colleagues, management, and staff in a constructive, collaborative, and cooperative manner.

19. Actively seek opportunities for professional growth.

20. 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

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

Location: Hoboken, New Jersey

Type: Contract

Salary: From $60,000 and up

Benefits: Medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(K), Free tuition, professional development, life insurance, disability insurance.

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

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

Our fast growing international bilingual school located in Hoboken, NJ is looking for caring Mandarin Teaching Assistants for its preschool classes. Your main role is to collaborate with and support your class’s Lead Teacher. You get recognition for your work and are offered a stable situation. You also receive benefits and professional development.

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

• Native speaker of Mandarin 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
• Positive attitude

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

Tessa “Fun, Friends, and Discoveries” Summer Camps are thoroughly enjoyable language immersion programs in three languages – French, Spanish 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.

For the Summer Camp of 2024 Tessa International School is looking for an enthusiastic and engaging Summer Camp French Assistant Teacher to join Team Tessa!

The Summer Camp French Assistant Teacher 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 24th until August 23rd 2024.

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:

• French 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

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• French (Required)

Salary:  $690.00 per week

We are looking for an experienced cleaning supervisor to take care of our school facilities during weekdays. The goal is to keep our building in a clean and orderly condition and to help our teachers as necessary. Our cleaners are full members of our community. The school atmosphere is warm and respectful to all.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, clean, stock and supply designated facility areas (dusting, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, cleaning ceiling vents, restroom cleaning etc)
• Perform and document routine inspection and maintenance activities
• Carry out heavy cleansing tasks and special projects
• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs
• Stock and maintain supply rooms
• Cooperate with the rest of the staff
• Follow all health and safety regulations

Skills

• Reliability
• Attention to details
• Strong hygiene focus
• Proven working experience as a cleaner
• Ability to handle heavy equipment and machinery
• Integrity

• High school degree is a plus

All employees are required to be fully COVID-19 vaccinated.

Job Types: Part-Time, Full-time, Contract

Location: Tessa International School, 720 Monroe St, Hoboken NJ 07030

Please send your resume to: hr@tessais.org

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