Physical Education Teacher

Job Summary:

• The overall purpose of this job is to provide students with a safe and inclusive learning environment by designing and implementing appropriate learning instructions and activities that align with the curriculum and manage overall student discipline.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare schemes of work and lesson plans for the section.
• Ensure smooth transition between activities/lessons during class time.
• Develop and conduct assessments of learners based on content, both summative and formative, in line with the term syllabus.
• Set exams, administer them, mark, and upload results into the system after review by the section lead.
• Safeguard the wellbeing of learners both physically and emotionally.
• Escalate matters contrary to expected learner behavior to the relevant office.
• Counsel and guide learners as needed, escalating when higher interventions are required.
• Provide spiritual guidance to learners according to various faiths; ensure learners attend religious classes as per the timetable.
• Conduct remedial classes for learners with learning gaps or falling behind in some areas.
• Identify learners with special needs and recommend interventions for specialized support.
• Teach life skills to learners on issues such as relationships, environmental preservation, and global citizenship.
• Organize and coordinate class activities, sports days, and excursions, attending them as required.
• Develop activity and school budgets for approval by the Head of School at the beginning of the term.
• Participate in rotational school duties as required.
• Ensure the school's mission and vision are communicated clearly to learners.
• Collaborate with the quality assurance department and implement feedback/recommendations provided afterward.
• Prepare teaching aides, presentations, and learning materials for learners in a timely manner.
• Prepare monthly reports on performance, class activities, trips, and relevant updates.
• Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education (Physical Health Education) from a recognized institution.
• Must be registered with the Teacher Service Commission (TSC).
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience.

Desired Competencies and Attributes:

• Ability to plan, organize, implement, and evaluate departmental goals.
• Ability to handle multiple and conflicting priorities and work under strict deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to work with students, parents, fellow teachers, and administrators.
• Ability to create and teach effective lesson plans related to the subject.
• Subject matter expertise to teach topics effectively.
• Knowledge of behavior management strategies to keep students engaged and learning.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Creativity and engaging presentation skills.
• Confidence in using technology to enhance student learning.
• Resourcefulness and ability to teach effectively given available resources and student skill levels.
• Results-oriented with the ability to deliver desired outcomes.