Elementary STEM Teacher SY 2025-2026

Join our dynamic bilingual IB school just minutes from Manhattan, and inspire young minds in a warm, international community!
About the School Tessa International School is a fast-growing bilingual and international school located in Hoboken, New Jersey—just one subway stop from Manhattan, New York. 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.
Position Overview We are seeking a dynamic, innovative, and passionate elementary teacher to join our team for the 2025–2026 academic year. Through STEM, this educator will play a pivotal role in cultivating curiosity and foundational knowledge in Math and Science across early years and elementary grades. The ideal candidate will design and deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate STEM lessons aligned with international standards and the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to curriculum development and make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking, bilingual educational environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver hands-on, age-appropriate STEM and Math lessons for students in elementary grades and preschool
• Assess student learning and contribute to academic portfolios several times a year
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to ensure interdisciplinary alignment and meaningful curriculum integration
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families about the STEM program and student progress
• Participate in the school’s overall assessment and evaluation process
• Engage actively in faculty meetings and broader school community events
• Lead some Science and Math-related extracurricular clubs or activities

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Education or a related field
• 3–5 years of teaching experience in elementary education or early childhood
• Demonstrated passion for STEM and student-centered learning
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• A commitment to international and multicultural education

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Singapore Math
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme
• Background in bilingual or international school environments

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Ongoing professional development
• Deeply discounted tuition for staff children
• Relocation support for international candidates

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