Secondary PHE Teacher

Gitksen West Secondary School Society

Located in Gitwangak First Nation, BC

Secondary PHE Teacher Job Posting

About Us
Gitksen West Secondary School is a brand-new, state-of-the-art high school serving the Gitwangak, Gitsegukla and Gitanyow First Nations. We provide a safe, inclusive, and culturally rich learning environment that blends academic excellence with Sim'algyax and Gitksen language, culture, and traditions. Our modern facilities include specialized classrooms for science, arts, and trades, a full commercial kitchen for nutrition programs and culinary studies, a gymnasium, and a track and sports field. Students have opportunities for dual credit, work experience, leadership and sports academies, while staff benefit from a collaborative and innovative professional environment. Join us and make a direct impact on the education, well-being, and cultural development of our students.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Physical & Health Education curriculum aligned with B.C. standards
• Promote fitness, teamwork, and student well-being
• Organize and facilitate school sports, sports academies, intramurals, and extracurricular activities
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and culturally aware environment
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records
• Integrate Sim'algyax and Gitksen culture in projects and lessons
• Assess and monitor student progress; provide feedback, grades, and reports
• Support students' intellectual, social, and emotional development
• Participate in school activities, committees, professional development, extra-curricular activities
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate project-based learning, particularly when weaving Sim'algyax and Gitksen culture into their curriculum.

• Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education
• BC Teacher Certification
• Knowledge of fitness, sports safety, and PHE pedagogy
• Knowledge of First Nations schools and culturally responsive instruction
• Strong knowledge of 21st-century, project-based learning and teaching strategies
• Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills
• Team player with creativity and innovation in lesson planning
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.

Benefits: GWSSS provides its employees with a competitive salary (based on SD82 wage grid) dependent on category and years of experience (ie. Cat. 5 with 5 years of experience: $79,364), moving loan subsidy, and full group health benefits, including pension, life insurance, and dental coverage.

Why Join Us?

If you are a bold educational leader ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and help build a school that will inspire generations to come. For more information and to submit an application that includes Cover Letter, CV, Philosophy of Education, copy of credentials and references to:

Edith Loring- Kuhanga , B. Ed., M. Ed. Leadership & Governance Consultant;

Email: consultant@gwsss.ca