ADVERT ID 245096
Mainstream Class Teacher
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Primary
Date Posted:
Tue Sep 30 2025
Application Closing Date:
Tue Nov 4 2025
Commencement Date:
Fri Nov 7 2025
Status of Post:
Permanent
Number of Vacancies:
1
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POST DETAILS
Additional Information:
Join our dynamic bilingual IB school just minutes from Manhattan, and inspire young minds every day in a warm, international community!
This role is available for an immediate start!
Tessa International School is a fast-growing & prestigious bilingual school located in Hoboken, New Jersey—just one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. As a proud member of the Affinitas Education group, a premier international education organization with schools all over the world, our staff benefit from a worldwide network of expertise, diverse international exchange opportunities, and the shared commitment to excellence of a premier education organization.
At Tessa International School, we offer three language tracks: Spanish, French, and Mandarin, and are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) and the French Ministry of Education. We are also recognized as a NAIS model school.
As one of our English Elementary 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
- Excellent command of English
- Minimum of 3–4 years of experience teaching primary grades
- Master’s degree in Education preferred
- Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs preferred
- Passion for teaching and inspiring young learners
- Strong communication skills, humility, and empathy
- Positive, solution-oriented mindset
- Strong team spirit and collaborative approach
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Benefits
- Health insurance (70% of the premium covered by the school)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Significant tuition discount
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Relocation benefits if applicable
Salary
- Starting at $65,000
This role is available for an immediate start!
Tessa International School is a fast-growing & prestigious bilingual school located in Hoboken, New Jersey—just one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. As a proud member of the Affinitas Education group, a premier international education organization with schools all over the world, our staff benefit from a worldwide network of expertise, diverse international exchange opportunities, and the shared commitment to excellence of a premier education organization.
At Tessa International School, we offer three language tracks: Spanish, French, and Mandarin, and are accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB) and the French Ministry of Education. We are also recognized as a NAIS model school.
As one of our English Elementary 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
- Excellent command of English
- Minimum of 3–4 years of experience teaching primary grades
- Master’s degree in Education preferred
- Experience with the IB PYP and/or dual language programs preferred
- Passion for teaching and inspiring young learners
- Strong communication skills, humility, and empathy
- Positive, solution-oriented mindset
- Strong team spirit and collaborative approach
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Benefits
- Health insurance (70% of the premium covered by the school)
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- IB Professional development
- Significant tuition discount
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Life insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Relocation benefits if applicable
Salary
- Starting at $65,000
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- It is a requirement to hold a valid Statutory Declaration and to complete the Form of Undertaking for this position.
- Letter of Application
- Copy of Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees
- CV (Digital)
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Applications may be submitted by
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Apply To:
hr@tessais.org
720 MONROE ST
STE E105 E106
HOBOKEN
07030
720 MONROE ST
STE E105 E106
HOBOKEN
07030
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