Full-time Physical Education and Wellness Teacher

Northern Gateway School Division

Job Location:

Whitecourt - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for a Full-time (1.0 FTE) Physical Education and Wellness Teacher middle school focus at Percy Baxter School in Whitecourt Alberta.

At Percy Baxter School we believe that all students are our students. We are seeking a passionate relationship-driven Physical Education and Wellness Teacher who is ready to build something special a program that strengthens bodies nurtures well-being and shapes confident connected middle school learners.

This is more than a teaching position. It is an opportunity to be a culture builder within a school deeply committed to creating a Quality Learning Environment for every student.

What Makes This Role Different

Middle school is a pivotal time. Our students need an educator who understands that movement builds confidence teamwork builds character and belonging builds resilience.

The successful candidate will:

Design engaging developmentally responsive Physical Education and Wellness programming
Promote physical literacy perseverance teamwork and lifelong healthy habits
Create inclusive spaces where every student feels safe valued and capable
Foster student voice and leadership within wellness initiatives
Contribute to a positive energetic school culture that extends beyond the gym

This role also includes opportunities to support extracurricular athletics intramurals and wellness-based initiatives that strengthen school spirit and community connection.

A Commitment to Quality Learning Environments

At Percy Baxter School we are guided by the NGPS vision of Quality Learning Environments high expectations purposeful learning strong relationships and collective responsibility. We believe students thrive when adults work with clarity intention and care.

A Culture of Collaborative Response

We embrace Collaborative Response as a cornerstone of our professional practice. This means:

We work as a team to examine evidence of learning
We respond intentionally and proactively to student needs
We share collective responsibility for every learner
We believe enrichment and intervention are team commitments

The ideal candidate is energized by collaboration reflective in practice and eager to engage in shared problem-solving to ensure no student falls through the cracks.

We Are Looking for an Educator Who:

Believes deeply that all students are our students
Understands the developmental needs of middle school learners
Builds strong authentic relationships with students and families
Designs inclusive differentiated learning experiences
Sees physical education as a vehicle for confidence character and community
Is excited to build student leadership in wellness and school engagement
Contributes positively to staff culture and team-based practice
Is committed to ongoing professional learning and growth
Utilizes technology and innovative strategies to enhance engagement
Holds a valid Alberta Teaching Certificate

Start Date:

August 25 2026

Application Process:

Please email a cover letter and resume including three (3) current professional references and most recent teacher evaluation to:

Jennifer Ferguson Principal
Percy Baxter School
Email:
Online:

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

If shortlisted applicants must bring to the interview a Release of Results of Vulnerable Sector Check that is current within three (3) months.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you believe movement builds community wellness fuels learning and every student deserves a team of champions in their corner we would love to meet you.

Required Experience:

Northern Gateway Public Schools invites applications for a Full-time (1.0 FTE) Physical Education and Wellness Teacher middle school focus at Percy Baxter School in Whitecourt Alberta. At Percy Baxter School we believe that all students are our students. We are seeking a passionate relationship-driv...