PE Teacher

Job Title: Physical Education Teacher – Cambridge Secondary Curriculum Start Date: December 2025 (Founding Team Role) School Type: Private School (Cambridge Secondary Curriculum) About Us We are a newly established private school in Hong Kong dedicated to providing a holistic and high-quality education through internationally recognized curricula. As a founding team member, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our school’s academic culture, sports programmes, and student development initiatives. We believe in fostering well‑rounded individuals through a balanced emphasis on academic excellence, physical well‑being, and character building. Role Overview We are seeking an energetic, health‑conscious, and passionate Physical Education Teacher to design and deliver a comprehensive PE curriculum for students in Year 7–11. The ideal candidate will not only have experience teaching within international curricula but will also exemplify a healthy and active lifestyle, serving as a role model for students in physical fitness and overall wellness. This role extends beyond traditional teaching—it includes contributing to school‑wide sports events, extracurricular coaching, and assisting in the development of our sports facilities and wellness programmes. Key Responsibilities Teaching & Curriculum Development Deliver engaging and age‑appropriate PE lessons aligned with the Cambridge Secondary Curriculum and international standards. Develop units that incorporate sports skills, fitness training, health education, and social‑emotional learning. Differentiate instruction to support students of varying skill levels and physical abilities. Promote values such as teamwork, sportsmanship, resilience, and leadership. Lead or support after‑school sports clubs (e.g., basketball, football, swimming, badminton, yoga). Organise and coordinate intra‑school leagues, inter‑school competitions, and annual sports days. Introduce non‑traditional or local sports (e.g., dragon boating, hiking) to connect with Hong Kong’s culture and environment. School Startup Involvement (December 2025 onwards) Collaborate on the design and set‑up of sports facilities (indoor gym, outdoor spaces, equipment procurement). Assist in developing risk assessments, safety protocols, and emergency procedures for PE and sports activities. Participate in admissions and community events (e.g., open days, student orientation, parent workshops). Wellness & Whole‑School Contributions Support school‑wide wellness initiatives, such as mental health awareness campaigns and fitness challenges. Serve as an advisor or mentor to student groups and contribute to school branding through sports‑related content. Candidate Profile Education & Certification Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Education, Sports Science, Kinesiology, or a related field. Valid teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS, state/provincial certification) with a specialization in PE. Certifications in First Aid/CPR, lifeguarding, or specific sports coaching are highly desirable. Experience At least 3 years of experience teaching PE in an international or bilingual school setting. Familiarity with the Cambridge Secondary Curriculum or IGCSE Physical Education syllabus is preferred. Experience in coaching one or more sports and organising school‑wide sports events. Physical Fitness & Health Requirements Maintain a high level of physical fitness and overall health to effectively demonstrate sports techniques and actively participate in physical activities. Ability to lead by example in terms of personal wellness, fitness habits, and healthy lifestyle choices. Capacity to supervise and engage in strenuous physical activities, including but not limited to demonstrating exercises, leading warm‑ups, and accompanying students in outdoor and sports events under various weather conditions. Willingness to periodically undergo basic fitness or health assessments as part of role‑related duty of care. Skills & Attributes Passionate about youth physical development and holistic education. Creative in designing inclusive and innovative physical activities. Strong communicator with fluency in English (proficiency in Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus). Collaborative, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a founding team in a startup school environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr