Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans that align with the IB curriculum framework and foster a love of learning in young children.
• Utilize various instructional and assessment methods to meet the diverse needs of all learners in the classroom.
• Monitor and document each student's academic, personal, emotional, and social progress.
• Establish and maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment that promotes effective learning.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and colleagues, both formally and informally.
• Prepare adequately for any absences and ensure smooth classroom operation.
• Fulfill administrative tasks, including accurate and timely attendance records and lesson planning.
• Actively pursue professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Contribute to the school's mission and values.
• Foster a climate of respect and understanding among faculty, staff, students, and parents.

Qualifications:

• Native French speaker or fully bilingual in French and English.
• 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's and Master's degree in Education preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience teaching French to young children is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated empathy, patience, and a genuine love for working with young children.
• Positive attitude and a commitment to creating a nurturing learning environment.
• Experience in an international school setting and/or cross-cultural experience is a plus.
• Prior experience with the IB PYP is preferred.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• IB Professional development opportunities
• Tuition benefits for children enrolled in the school
• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Relocation benefits (if applicable)

About Tessa International School

Tessa International School (Tessa) is a premier international, bilingual school which opened in December 2017, in Hoboken, New Jersey (one subway stop away from Manhattan, NYC). In 2024-2025 we offer classes up to grade 4. We will grow up to grade 5 in subsequent years. We are 80/20 immersion through Kindergarten, and then 50/50. We take children from beginners through fluent in the target language. We offer a world-class education based on the most successful international models and have three target language immersion programs: French, Mandarin and Spanish. Tessa’s mission is to prepare students to become world citizens, leaders, and happy individuals, who, as they grow, will embrace global opportunities with enthusiasm, confidence, and a strong desire to make a difference. We are a PYP World School, and accredited by the French Ministry of Education and Cognia. 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 i ... mprove 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.

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