Physical Education Teacher, Junior School

Job Title: Junior School Physical Education Teacher

About Branksome Hall

Join a dynamic and vibrant community at Branksome Hall, a leading IB World School for girls in Toronto. You'll be inspired to grow, create, and make a difference, surrounded by over 900 bright students and 230 passionate colleagues in an atmosphere that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and creativity. Our core values of Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference will ignite your passion and inspire you to reach new professional heights.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Health & Physical Education teacher with Primary Years Programme (PYP) experience for our Junior School, starting in the 2026-27 academic year on a permanent, full-time basis. In a community prioritizing social-emotional learning, you will collaborate with a passionate team, including the Head of the Junior School, Assistant Heads, and PYP Coordinators.

Key Accountabilities

• Create a supportive class environment focused on social-emotional learning to inspire student growth.
• Motivate students to develop essential skills, attitudes, and knowledge for their future education.
• Establish positive relationships with parents, faculty, and staff.
• Plan and deliver the IB PYP and Ministry of Education curriculum, ensuring differentiation for physical education and health units.
• Develop long-range plans and integrate physical education into units of inquiry and lesson plans (JK-Gr 6), focusing on inquiry-based learning.
• Create programs of inquiry, unit plans, and lesson plans, integrating IB PYP aspects with a focus on SEL, DEI, and inquiry-based learning.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the Ministry, IBO, and school guidelines.
• Communicate student progress regularly to students, colleagues, and parents through reports and conferences.
• Stay updated with best practices in the subject area and teaching methodologies through professional development.
• Actively participate in faculty and division meetings and collaborate with course teams for curriculum review.

Physical Education Specific Responsibilities

• Promote athletics and physical activity within the school.
• Coach athletic teams each term and participate in coaching a sport for Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons.
• Plan and deliver the Junior School intramurals program.
• Organize and lead physical education-related events, such as Track and Field Day.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field, with additional qualifications in Physical Education.
• Ontario College of Teachers certification or equivalent with Junior/Primary division qualifications.
• Three years of equivalent experience preferred.
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim and Lifesaving Instructor certificate preferred.
• Experience coaching sports at the Primary and Junior level.
• Experience with and knowledge of the IB curriculum is a strong asset.
• Proficiency with relevant technology for educational programs and communication.
• Alignment with Branksome Hall’s mission, vision, and values.
• Passion for teaching and serving students and the community.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with strong time management skills.
• Excellent collaboration skills and ability to work well in a team.

Why Join Branksome Hall

• Competitive salary and generous benefits package, including health, dental, pension contributions (OTPP), and taxable lunch benefits.
• Join a strong, supportive community committed to student and employee growth through ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• Engage with internationally renowned experts, leaders, and entrepreneurs.
• Access state-of-the-art facilities, including the Athletics and Wellness Centre.

Target Hiring Range

Placement on the Branksome Hall Faculty Salary Grid is based on applicable teaching experience, education level, and Additional Qualifications (AQs). The grid ranges from $70,903.08 – $101,270.67 for up to 6 years of experience and $101,615.33 – $134,998.82 for over 6 years of experience.

How To Apply

Submit your application, highlighting your vision, passion, and creativity, to our careers page. Please name all uploaded documents with your First and Last Name and the type of document (e.g., resume, cover letter). Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis beginning April 21st, 2026, and the posting will remain active until the position is filled. A closed AI system may be used in recruitment, with active human review to ensure fairness.

Applications (resume and cover letter) can also be sent to:

Branksome Hall – Human Resources
10 Elm Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M4W 1N4

Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply. Accommodations are available upon request.

Key skills/competency

• Physical Education
• Primary Years Programme (PYP)
• IB Curriculum
• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Inquiry-Based Learning
• Curriculum Development
• Coaching
• Student Assessment
• Classroom Management
• Educational Technology