Primary Lead Teacher

National Council of Teachers of English; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Hoboken is seeking a Primary Lead Teacher to provide an engaging bilingual curriculum. The role involves lesson planning, student assessment, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, teaching experience, and a passion for diversity and inclusion.

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

Qualifications

• Must be a native or fluent English speaker.
• Previous teaching experience of 3-5 years is preferable.
• Experience with the IB PYP is preferable, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement clear, well-thought-out lesson plans.
• Assess student progress and report to parents regularly.
• Establish and maintain standards of student behavior.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Empathy

Passion for education

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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 childhoodto the 5th Grade.
Our preschool section is accredited by the French Ministry of National Education, and we are in theprocess of seeking accreditation for the elementary levels. Additionally, we are currently accredited bythe 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 and50% in English.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Head of the School, the Primary Lead Teacher will plan and develop lessonsreflecting 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, andparents.
   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 conceptsand 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 theneeds 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 andfeedback 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 andguidelines
   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 toinstructional 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 cooperativemanner.
   19. Actively seek opportunities for professional growth.
   20. Perform other duties as assigned.
2. Qualifications
   Must be a native or 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 frominternational experience is a plus
3. 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

If you are interested in working at our growing school, please send your resume to [e-mail]