Junior School PHE Specialist Teacher West Point Grey Academy

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.

Applicants are encouraged to complete their applications before February 24, 2026.

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.

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.

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.

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