Boarding School Teaching Intern: Co-Teach, Learn & Grow

Shawnigan Lake School; Shawnigan Lake; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Single-occupancy accommodation

Meals on campus

Job summary

Shawnigan Lake School invites graduates to join its Teaching Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 year. Interns will teach, co-teach, develop curriculum, cover absences and engage in cocurricular activities while residing on campus.

Successful candidates gain classroom experience in a boarding-school community, with a school-year salary of 29,524 CAD, single-occupancy room and board, and health and dental benefits. A second year fellowship is possible by invitation.

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Degree in chosen field (no subject preference).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and be a good role model.
• Experience coaching a sport or leading in cocurricular areas.
• Willingness to contribute to the wider life of a boarding school.
• Cheerful and flexible attitude.
• Professional in appearance and demeanor.
• CRRP Criminal Record Check clearance for working with children.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach your specialized subject on a reduced timetable.
• Bring up-to-date scholarly knowledge to the student body.
• Observe a range of lessons.
• Offer individual support to students who require it.
• Be a full member of your Department.
• Regularly meet with your subject mentor for feedback and development.
• Participate in professional development.
• Have responsibility in one of our boarding houses.
• Participate fully in our cocurricular program.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Professional conduct

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Shawnigan Lake School invites graduates to join its Teaching Internship Programme for the 2026/2027 year. Interns will teach, co-teach, develop curriculum, cover absences and engage in cocurricular activities while residing on campus.

Successful candidates gain classroom experience in a boarding-school community, with a school-year salary of 29,524 CAD, single-occupancy room and board, and health and dental benefits. A second year fellowship is possible by invitation.