Physical and Health Education Teacher

Employment Type:

part-time

Compensation Range: $57,000 – $100,773 (prorated)

Date Posted: 4 February 2026

Closing Date: 1 March 2026

Abbotsford Christian School, located in the Fraser Valley, is a well-established interdenominational school of 1200 students in three campuses:
Elementary (preschool – grade
4), Middle (5-8), and Secondary (9-12).

Abbotsford Christian Elementary School is now accepting applications for a part-time PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION TEACHER at the elementary campus. This position is a part-time job share (0.40 FTE), salaried, and begins September 1, 2025.

At Abbotsford Christian School, the elementary campus PE teacher recognizes the importance of physical and health education as an integral part of whole-child development and faith formation. The PE teacher is responsible for collaboratively planning and implementing the physical and health education program with a distinctly Christian vision for students in kindergarten through grade 4.

This role involves teaching various physical activities, promoting students’ physical fitness, motor skills development, planning and organizing extracurricular and athletic events such as track and field, cross-country, etc. The PE teacher creates a positive, inclusive learning environment that promotes physical health and well-being.

Our current staff is highly skilled, dedicated, creative, passionate, and model Christ in their actions; we are looking for the right candidate to complement our team. For more information, please review the full teacher description . For additional information about teaching at ACS, we encourage applicants to review our Educator Opportunity Profile
.

To learn more about how our mission to engage minds, nurture hearts, and shape God’s world plays out in ACS’ classrooms, we encourage you to read the stories of deeper learning experiences and projects in our 2023/24 Annual Report
.

Specific qualifications include:

• Evidence of a strong commitment to the Christian faith.
• BA degree in Education (or equivalent), preferably with training in physical education, kinesiology, exercise science, or related experience.
• A valid BC Teaching Certificate
• A clear and compelling vision for a 21st-century Christian education specific to physical and health education.
• An ability to foster a supportive learning environment that accommodates students with diverse learning needs, including those with disabilities, while promoting inclusivity and empathy.

The ideal applicant must:

• Demonstrate evidence of a deep and disciplined understanding of the Christian worldview.
• Strong collaborative skills and a dedicated team player, able to effectively work with others to achieve common goals.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work in a team environment in a progressive and creative school.
• Foster a supportive and respectful learning environment.
• Establish positive working relationships with school staff, community partners, families, and children.
• Promote positive attitudes toward physical fitness, healthy lifestyles, and stewardship of the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit, encouraging students to honour God through their choices and habits.
• Plan and lead structured physical education classes for elementary school students, incorporating activities that promote cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, coordination, and sportsmanship.
• Teach confidently fundamental movement skills through a variety of games, drills, and exercises, while emphasizing teamwork, cooperation, and respect for one another.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of students during physical education classes, integrating principles of care, protection, and responsibility.
• Promote, develop, organize, and execute PE-focused school activities (sports day, extracurriculars).
• Demonstrate confident communication skills with parents, students, and staff/co-workers.

The salary range for this position is prorated, based on 1.0 FTE at $57,000 – $100,773, and is contingent on an applicant’s qualifications and experience.

Please send a cover letter, résumé, statement of faith (500 words or less), philosophy of Christian education (500 words or less), references, and any applicable credentials to:

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Candidates should note, however, that if outstanding applicants are identified early in the search process, ACS reserves the right to make an appointment at any time. For this reason, interested candidates should apply as soon as possible.