Mandarin Chinese Assistant Teacher

Mandarin Chinese Assistant Preschool 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 Mandarin Assistant Preschool Teacher to join our Mandarin program 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 Mandarin Assistant Teacher supports the Lead Teacher in creating a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment for students. 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.
• Assist with classroom management and positive student behavior support.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Collaborate closely with the Lead Teacher 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 / Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience working with young children in a school or educational setting.
• Degree in Education, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.
• Excellent proficiency in both Mandarin and English.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP).
• Experience in an international or bilingual school environment.
• Cross-cultural competence and international experience.

Schedule & Work Hours

• Monday–Friday
• 8-hour workday
• Full-time position, with part-time opportunities potentially available
• Opportunities for additional hours as needed

Compensation: $20–$24 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

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 a cover letter.

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.