We offer unpaid internships in our elementary and secondary grades as well as in kindergarten. Internships ideally last five months, including holidays and school breaks. We kindly ask you to refrain from applying for internships lasting shorter than three months. 

Internships in our elementary and secondary school programs are limited to students who are enrolled at a university in a teacher education program at the time of the internship.

2026/2027 school year: We still have internship placements available in our Kindergarten for the first and second term and Administration for the second term.

2027/2028 school year: We will start reviewing applications in September 2026.

School Year and Breaks
Our school year runs from September to June. The first term begins on the first weekday of September (the day after Labour Day) and lasts until the end of January. The second term runs from February to the last weekday of June. We have one week of fall break, two weeks of Christmas break, and two weeks of March break. We do not offer any internships during our summer break. 

Office Internships
We offer unpaid office internships in the departments of office administration, finances, and marketing.

Expectations
Interns are expected to be present during school hours (Mon-Fri, 7:45 am - 1:15 pm) with a minimum of 20 school periods per week. For more detailed information about our internships, please carefully review our information package. Please apply only if you have read the information package and agree to its contents.  

Benefits
Interns will gain hands-on experience in a small school with small class sizes and a close-knit welcoming community. This setting allows for meaningful interactions and close bonds with students and staff. Interns will work closely with experienced educators, receive one-on-one mentorship, and build professional networks. 

Application Process
If you want to apply for an internship at our school, please complete this form and send your application documents (including cover letter, resume, transcript of records and two relevant and current references) by e-mail to career@gistonline.ca. All application documents should be in English, references can be in German. Please refrain from sending applications directly to our principal.

‍The German International School Toronto (GIST) is an independent IB world school in the west of Toronto. GIST belongs to the association of more than 135 German schools abroad and is supported by the Federal Republic of Germany. We are looking for bright, creative, and solution-oriented teachers to join our team.

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We are seeking a full-time OCT Primary/Junior English and Music teacher to begin August 24, 2026.

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Responsibilities

• Teach the Ontario English language curriculum, Gr. 1–6: phonics, reading, spelling, general language arts, and media studies

• Teach the Ontario music curriculum, Gr. 1–8 and Kindergarten: singing, rhythm and movement, beginner instrumental work, and music appreciation

• ‍Plan and lead age-appropriate musical activities and performances (e.g., assemblies, seasonal concerts)

• ‍Use a variety of relevant resources and technology to supplement lesson plans in a meaningful way

• ‍Maintain a positive learning environment using age-appropriate and effective classroom management techniques

• ‍Keep up to date on innovative teaching methods and developments in the education field through seminars, additional qualifications, etc.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor of Education with primary/junior qualifications

• ‍Ontario Teaching Certification (OCT) in good standing preferred, or other comparable teacher’s license

• ‍Background, qualifications, or demonstrated experience in music education is strongly preferred

• ‍ 1–2 years of classroom teaching experience or related experience; experience in a private school is an asset

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Competency Requirements

• ‍Creative, innovative, and positive approach to teaching

• ‍Understands the needs of students and goes beyond the call of duty

• ‍Excellent classroom management, organization, and planning skills

• ‍Committed to a positive team environment and easily adapts to new things

• ‍Communicates with parents, students, and co-workers in a respectful and supportive manner

• ‍Confident in problem solving and providing solutions when issues arise

• ‍Works with a high standard of integrity

• Technologically savvy

• ‍Excellent oral, written, communication, facilitation, and presentation skills

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License

• OCT or equivalent certificate

• Vulnerable Sector Check (Required)

• ‍First Aid Training (Required, may be completed during the school year)

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Hours

• Full-time, 5 days a week

• 7:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.

• Staff meetings on Thursdays, 1:45–4:15 p.m.

• Participation in school community events

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What We Offer

• An international working experience in an open-minded German school community

• Small class sizes

• A supportive, collaborative team environment

• Health Spending Account

• Salary range: $58,000–$62,000

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Accessibility‍

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

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How to Apply

Please submit your application to career@gistonline.ca by July 8, 2026.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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