Position:
IB PYP PHE Teacher 

(Temporary Leave Replacement, August-December 2026)

Teaching at Canadian Academy: 

Canadian Academy teachers inspire minds and nurture compassion by providing a rich and engaging programme that develops students' skills, promotes curiosity and love of learning, and prioritizes well-being. All students follow the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) from PK through Grade 5, and teaching and learning are enriched by opportunities for exploration in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, service, and more.

CA's Elementary School is a highly collaborative professional environment, where innovation is encouraged and student learning and well-being drive everything we do. Teachers work closely together and learn from one another, and opportunities for professional development abound. A low student-teacher ratio and a stimulating, well-resourced, technology-rich environment make this an exceptional place to teach. Our teachers get to know their students well, both in and out of the classroom, and work together to ensure that every student is appropriately challenged and supported.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an inspirational, experienced IB PYP PHE teacher for a leave replacement role from August 6 to December 18, 2026.

Position Responsibilities:

• Teach PHE courses at a range of grade levels (1-5)
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for physical and health education
• Connect with and inspire students to enjoy their learning and grow in PHE

All Canadian Academy teachers are expected to:

• Create a vibrant classroom environment that nurtures meaningful connections and cultivates a deep sense of care and compassion
• Design, prepare, and deliver learning activities that promote inquiry and facilitate authentic engagement
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet students' varying needs and are in line with the programs and ethos of the school
• Use relevant technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Design and implement a range of authentic formative and summative assessments to inform instructional decisions
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' learning data to provide timely feedback, design appropriate learning engagements, and facilitate reporting
• Enthusiastically contribute to co-curricular programming (as a club supervisor, coach, etc.) and outdoor education experiences 
• Adhere to and advocate for our Child Safeguarding Policy and best practices in child protection
• Collaborate daily with relevant colleagues to enable effective co-planning, co-teaching, and co-assessment
• Contribute actively and thoughtfully in faculty meetings, collaborating with colleagues to enhance student learning and school initiatives
• Engage enthusiastically in school events and parent meetings, fostering strong connections within the school community and supporting student success
• Lead by example with respectful, clear, and timely communication, fostering trust and meaningful connections with students, colleagues, and parents
• Embrace opportunities for growth by actively engaging in professional development and continually enhancing your skills to inspire and elevate the learning community
• Endorse the school's Guiding Statements

Required Qualifications:

• Experience teaching PHE and/or coaching, ideally in an elementary school setting
• Must be eligible to obtain a visa to work in Japan
• Must have a teaching certification and/or relevant academic qualification 

Preferred Experience and Qualities (in no particular order):

• 3+ years of relevant teaching experience 
• Successful experience teaching PHE in the IB PYP
• Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes 
• Demonstrated ability to support the diverse learning needs of students in a class and to collaborate effectively with Learning Support and EAL specialists
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for connecting with students beyond the classroom, through outdoor education, co-curriculars, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong organizational, communication, administrative and interpersonal skills