Primary School Teacher

The German International School Sydney (GISS) is currently seeking an experienced, committed, and passionate Primary School Teacher (Kindergarten to Year 6) to join our team at the start of Term 4 in 2025.

GISS is a dynamic and diverse learning community located on Sydney's Northern Beaches. As one of Australia's leading international schools, we offer a bilingual education pathway from Preschool through to Year 12, culminating in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP).

Our unique curriculum combines the best of German, Australian and international educational traditions, fostering academic excellence, intercultural understanding, and a strong sense of global citizenship. At GISS, students learn in small classes with a high level of individual support, while benefiting from our inclusive, welcoming atmosphere.

We are proud of our vibrant community of students, staff, and families from over 25 nationalities, united by a shared passion for learning and cultural exchange. With state-of-the-art facilities, a collaborative teaching culture, and a commitment to innovation, GISS provides a stimulating environment for both students and educators.

Joining our team means becoming part of an inspiring workplace that values professional growth, creativity, and the joy of teaching.

As a bilingual school (English/ German), it is preferable the candidate can teach in both languages of instruction.

Applicants are required to have:

An appropriate tertiary teacher qualification for Primary School Education

• Right to work in Australia
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as Primary School homeroom teacher
• German language skills (native speaker), excellent English language skills
• Documented history of professional development in a variety of areas (e.g. stage-based teaching, wellbeing, collaboration)
• Current NESA teacher accreditation (or be eligible for accreditation, which requires an appropriate tertiary teacher qualification)
• the ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents
• Working with Children Check Clearance

Important: Applicants need to meet all the above criteria in order to be eligible for this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform conscientiously and competently the duties, both teaching and non-teaching, as assigned by the Head of Primary or the School Leadership Team.
• Perform such duties as are customarily rostered and shared by all staff, and such other duties as may be agreed upon by the Head of Primary or the School Leadership Team and teacher.
• Take part in professional development activities and other in-service courses provided by the GISS or recommended by the Head of Primary or the School Leadership Team.
• Help foster good relations between parents, the community and the school.
• Help promote a spirit of unity among the staff
• Be actively involved in supporting the school's co-curricular activities and special events.
• Plan effectively for deep learning using the Curriculum through a structured inquiry-based approach.
• Effectively monitor, assess and report on student performance.
• Report to parents at interview and through written reports.
• Respond to the needs of individual students as required.
• Supervise classes of absent teachers when required.
• Perform playground and bus duty on a regular basis.
• Guide student behaviour positively and maintain a healthy learning environment.
• Attend Parent-Teacher Interviews and Parent Information Evenings when required.

Key descriptors and skills:

• Demonstrated effectiveness and experience as a teacher for primary students
• Being a team player and contribute to a multi-disciplinary team
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively with parents, students, and colleagues
• Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities, curriculum development meetings, and other professional opportunities
• Being committed to meeting the needs of a diverse student population in a bilingual learning environment
• Embracing the culture of a multilingual community in an inclusive, non-selective school
• Experience in teaching students with diverse learning needs is desirable

This full-time position will commence on 15 October 2025 and is initially offered as a contract through to Term 2, 2026.