Primary Lead Teacher

Join our dynamic bilingual IB school, conveniently located just a stone's throw from Manhattan, and help inspire young minds in an inclusive international setting!

Tessa International School is a growing, high-quality bilingual institution based in Hoboken, New Jersey, just one stop from Manhattan. As a proud member of the Affinitas Education group, a prominent international education organization, our staff benefits from a wide network of schools, professional expertise, and exchange opportunities.

We offer three language immersion programs—Spanish, French, and Mandarin—and are accredited by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the French Ministry of Education. Furthermore, we have been recognized as a model school by NAIS.

We are seeking passionate, reflective, and dedicated Early Childhood educators to join our team, helping our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment.

As an English Primary Lead Teacher, you will alternate teaching two primary classes in collaboration with a target language Lead Teacher. By joining our vibrant educational community, you will play a vital role in shaping our students' learning experiences, focusing on both academic achievement and social-emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and deliver engaging, well-structured lessons that connect classroom learning to real-life situations, sparking enthusiasm and promoting academic success in line with IB and state standards.
• Tailor instruction using a variety of developmentally suitable teaching and assessment methods to support all learners.
• Monitor and encourage the academic, emotional, and social development of students.
• Maintain high standards for student behavior to foster a positive and productive classroom environment.
• Effectively integrate technology to enrich students' learning experiences.
• Cultivate a strong sense of community by actively connecting with students, colleagues, and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues, leadership, and staff throughout the school.
• Commit to continuous professional growth and contribute to a culture of ongoing improvement.
• Participate in curriculum development, team planning, and faculty meetings.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Fluency in English
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Preferred Master’s degree in Education or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Elementary/Primary education
• Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs is preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance (70% of the premium subsidized by the school)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• IB professional development opportunities
• Sick/Personal Leave
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Relocation assistance if applicable

Salary

• Starting at $65,000

If you are passionate about education and dedicated to nurturing children's growth in a bilingual, international environment, we invite you to submit your application. Apply via the WhatSchool platform.