Junior School Physical & Health Education (PHE) Specialist Teacher (1 year term contract)

West Point Grey Academy is seeking a Physical & Health Education (PHE) Specialist Teacher to join our Junior School Physical Education Department on a term contract from August 28, 2026 to June 30, 2027. This leave‑replacement position is eligible for benefits coverage.

Great schools have great faculty, and WPGA has exceptional teachers and staff who are dedicated to shaping lives of inquiry, action, and joy.

West Point Grey Academy teachers and staff focus on the individual child, the whole person, and a balanced life. They give each student transformative learning experiences rooted in inquiry, shaped by action, and celebrated with joy.

Our Junior School PHE Specialist Teachers are valued members of the faculty who work collaboratively within a student-centred department to design and deliver developmentally appropriate, engaging experiences aligned with the BC PHE curriculum (Kindergarten-Grade 7). This leave-replacement role offers the opportunity to join a supportive and well-established team and to contribute meaningfully to a culture of wellbeing, inclusion, physical literacy, and joyful movement for young learners.

Ideal candidates bring strong knowledge of contemporary PHE curriculum, skills progression, and best practices, alongside a thoughtful and reflective approach to teaching, and a genuine enthusiasm for working with children. Successful educators create inclusive, safe, and engaging learning environments where students build confidence, foundational movement skills, and positive relationships with physical activity.

All WPGA Faculty:

• Provide future‑focused programs and personalized learning experiences


• Design inclusive, inspiring learning environments that promote engagement, wellbeing, and belonging


• Strengthen relationships within the school community through collaboration, service, and positive culture


• Place student wellbeing at the heart of teaching, learning, and decision‑making


• Contribute, as appropriate, to the co‑curricular life of the school

In your first year at WPGA, you'll be directly involved in:

Teaching & Curriculum

• Planning, delivering, and assessing Junior School PHE courses (Kindergarten to Grade 7) in alignment with the BC Physical & Health Education Curriculum


• Designing learning experiences that support physical literacy, healthy and active living, social responsibility, and mental wellbeing


• Maximizing the participation and potential of all learners, employing varied instructional and assessment strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners


• Assessing and reporting on student learning in accordance with curriculum standards and school practices

Student Relationships & Wellbeing

• Building strong, respectful, and trusting relationships with students


• Supporting students’ physical, social, and emotional wellbeing through a holistic, student‑centred approach


• Promoting inclusion, safety, teamwork, and belonging across learning environments


• Modelling positive attitudes toward active living, cooperation, and personal responsibility

Co-Curricular Involvement

• Contributing to the co‑curricular life of the school, which may include athletics, clubs, outdoor education, or other student activities, based on skills and school needs


• Supporting and, where appropriate, coaching or assisting with athletic programs in at least two terms


• Recognizing that participation in co‑curricular programming may require work beyond the typical school day, including early mornings, late afternoons, or occasional evenings during peak periods of the school year


• Participating in school events, parent evenings, and community activities as part of faculty life

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Working collaboratively with colleagues within the PHE department and broader Junior School


• Participating in faculty and departmental meetings


• Engaging in reflective practice and contributing positively to the professional community throughout the term

About You

I understand that...

• Teaching Physical & Health Education is relational, active, and deeply influential in children's lives


• Student wellbeing, engagement, and safety are foundational to effective learning


• Independent school teaching includes meaningful contributions beyond the classroom, particularly during busy periods of the academic year


• Joining a school community in a leave‑replacement role requires flexibility, professionalism, and collaboration

I bring experience in…

• Teaching elementary‑level Physical & Health Education or closely related coursework, with a strong knowledge of curriculum and skill progressions


• Supporting or leading co‑curricular programs, such as athletics or student activities


• Working effectively within established departments and collaborative school environments

I am able to...

• Teach the BC Physical & Health Education Curriculum (Kindergarten to Grade 7) with confidence, care, and adaptability


• Recognize how the Primary fundamentals feed into the older grades


• Build strong, positive relationships with adolescents grounded in trust and consistency


• Create inclusive learning environments that support a wide range of abilities, identities, and experiences


• Communicate clearly and constructively with students, families, and colleagues


• Balance classroom responsibilities with co‑curricular and community commitments


• Contribute positively to an established team through collaboration, reflection, and shared practice

I am becoming more...

• Thoughtful and reflective in my teaching practice


• Attuned to adolescent development and wellbeing


• Collaborative, adaptable, and responsive within professional learning communities


• Mindful of self-care so that my presence strengthens the wellbeing of the wider community

In my work, I want to…

• Join a collegial and well‑resourced department for a meaningful teaching term


• Support students in developing lifelong habits of physical activity, wellbeing, and teamwork


• Contribute meaningfully to a school culture rooted in inquiry, action, and joy


• Feel connected, purposeful, and energized in a values‑centred learning community

About Us

Founded in 1996, West Point Grey Academy is an independent co-educational day school in Vancouver, British Columbia. Set on 18 acres with sweeping views of English Bay and the North Shore mountains, we offer future-focused programs to approximately 940 students from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Our Process

At West Point Grey Academy, we use a structured, competency-based hiring process to create consistency, reduce bias, and focus on what matters most—teaching practice, reflection, and contribution to our school community. The process is designed to give candidates choice while ensuring fairness, and to identify educators who will be successful and supported at WPGA.

If you require accommodations to fully participate in our process, please contact [email protected].

1. Screening

At West Point Grey Academy, we value both teaching excellence and the unique strengths each educator brings. To support a fair and human process, you'll answer three open-ended prompts from three clusters (Teaching & Learning, Learning Environment, and Community & Professionalism). This will allow you to highlight areas of authentic strength while ensuring breadth across core competencies. Your responses will be reviewed without identifiers to mitigate bias in this first assessment stage. 

Use of AI is permitted, but please add a one-line note at the end of each response confirming use of AI and stating how you ensured authenticity. Briefly note why you selected these three questions. You can answer the questions on the form provided, or submit your responses on a single document and upload your file.

2. Initial Conversation (30 minutes)

Successful candidates selected to move forward in the process will be contacted to arrange an informal conversation. This is your opportunity to interview us—you will be able to ask your questions about the school and the role. 

3. Authentic Belonging Interview (2 hours)

If successful, you will progress to final interviews, where we will discuss how your teaching practice aligns with WPGA's expectations, and how you could contribute to our school.