Kindergarten and Primary Assistant Teacher

Kindergarten and Primary Assistant Teacher Tessa International School (tessais.org) - 2.9 Hoboken, NJ Job Details Full-time $20 - $24 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications School experience Student supervision Teamwork English Education Bachelor's degree Working with students Child Development Elementary school teaching Student safety monitoring Full Job Description Kindergarten/Primary Assistant Teacher Now hiring for 2026-2027 school year! Help Young Learners Thrive in a Global School Community Tessa International School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dedicated Kindergarten/Primary Assistant Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. Located in Hoboken, New Jersey, just one subway stop from Manhattan, Tessa International School is a fast-growing, internationally recognized bilingual school offering Spanish, French, and Mandarin language tracks. As a member of the Affinitas Education group, our faculty benefit from a global network of schools, international collaboration opportunities, and a shared commitment to educational excellence. Tessa International School is accredited by the International Baccalaureate Organization (IB), recognized by the French Ministry of Education, and honored as a NAIS Model School. We foster a warm, inclusive, and multicultural environment where students and educators thrive. About the Role The Kindergarten/Primary Assistant Teacher supports Lead Teachers in creating a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for students in Kindergarten and Primary grades. This role is ideal for an educator who enjoys working collaboratively, values bilingual education, and is passionate about supporting children's academic, social, and emotional development. What You'll Do Support classroom instruction and daily learning activities across Kindergarten and Primary classrooms. Assist with classroom management and positive student behavior support. Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom and school environment. Collaborate closely with Lead Teachers to support student learning and classroom operations. Supervise students during outdoor play, field trips, and other school activities. Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events as required. Assist with additional duties and projects as assigned by school leadership. What We're Looking For Excellent proficiency in English. Degree in Education, Child Development, or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a school environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Collaborative, flexible, and team-oriented mindset. Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and a positive sense of humor. Commitment to diversity and inclusion. Authorization to work in the United States. Preferred Qualifications Experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP). Experience in an international school environment. Compensation $20-$24 per hour, dependent on experience Benefits Include Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Disability insurance 401(k) Paid time off International Baccalaureate professional development opportunities Ready to Apply? Interested candidates should submit their application and any supporting materials. Our Commitment to Student Safety The school is unwavering in its commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and the promotion of the welfare of students. We expect all staff, service contractors, and volunteers to align with this vision. Applicants are required to undergo safeguarding and child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, online searches, criminal/criminality checks or equivalent, social media checks, and any other background screening checks deemed necessary for the role. Successful applicants will be mandated to complete authorized background screening checks and provide references. The school takes full responsibility for ensuring the welfare, health, and wellbeing of all children and young adults. We cultivate a vigilant "Culture of Care" that prioritizes and monitors the safeguarding of students above all considerations. This commitment is fundamental to our ethos, and we expect all members of our community to actively participate in maintaining a safe and secure environment.

Pay:

$20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person