Physical Education Teacher
Position Description
Location
Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
School / Site
Division / Department
Whole School
Position Type
Teacher
Works days / Hours
Works days
191
days
@ Works hours
8
hours per day
Position status
Full time
Salary code
Teacher
Eligible Applicants
International
Saudi National
Position start date
Application deadline
Until filled
Reports To
Dufney Botha, Assistant Principal
Requisition Number
02-2526-043
Summary
We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Physical Education Teacher, who will be a key member of our diverse, compassionate and innovative teaching team and will be responsible for delivering structured PE lessons to students in Primary & Secondary, this includes the early years through to KS4.
Position Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Demonstrate a commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection).
- Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum.
- Teach swimming to students between early years to KS3.
- Demonstrate creativity.
- Inspire compassionate action.
- Inspire children with enthusiasm and a love for learning.
- Instil self-belief and a growth mindset in all students.
- Deliver an active, hands-on and student-centred programme to promote learning.
- Maintain a safe learning environment for pupils at all times.
- Observe, monitor and record student progress in line with the school assessment policies.
- Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class.
- Have a good grasp of educational technology and how it is implemented to enhance learning opportunities.
- Organise Primary Sports Day events with the help of other members of the PE team.
- Be flexible and adaptable to changes with regards to distance learning if necessary.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Headteacher or Principal.
Qualifications and Knowledge
The ideal candidate will have:
- University degree in the subject area of employment (Master’s degree preferred).
- Current teacher certification in the required subject area. Certification should be from a recognised and nationally recognised institution.
- Classroom teachers should be able to demonstrate relevant experience and certification in teaching similar school programs as the applied for position (preferred).
- Swim England Level 2 or equivalent in teaching aquatics.
Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience:
- Prior experience as a Physical Education Teacher.
- Prior experience in coaching a variety of sports.
- Coaching certification or experience as a coach.
- Proficient with G Suite/Microsoft Office
Skills:
- Ability to demonstrate a track record of continued professional development.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Good interpersonal skills in interacting with students, parents and colleagues.
- Ability to supervise students in non-classroom settings.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Ability to lead an after-school activity.
- Empathetic and compassionate.
