Primary French Lead Teacher

Join our dynamic bilingual IB school just minutes from Manhattan, and inspire young minds every day in a warm, international community! Tessa International School is a fast-growing, high-quality bilingual school located in Hoboken, New Jersey, just one stop from Manhattan. We are a proud member of the Affinitas Education group, a premier international education organization that gives our staff access to a global network of schools, expertise, and exchange opportunities. We offer three language immersion tracks—Spanish, French, and Mandarin—and are accredited by the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the French Ministry of Education. We are also recognized as a NAIS model school. We are seeking passionate, reflective, and dedicated educators to join our team and help our youngest learners grow academically, socially, and emotionally in a bilingual, inquiry-based environment. As one of our French Primary Lead Teachers for the 2026-2027 School Year, you will teach two primary classes in collaboration with an English language Lead Teacher. By joining our vibrant educational community, you will play a key role in shaping our students' learning journey, 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 French National curriculum. 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 coll