Physical Education Teacher

Overview

& Head Of Middle School

Pedagogy & Instructional Excellence

• The PYP Physical Education Teacher is expected to:
• Deliver high-quality, inquiry-based physical education instruction aligned with the IB Programme
• Design a developmentally appropriate PE curriculum that builds fundamental motor skills, fitness, teamwork, and sport-specific competencies
• Collaborate with other subject teachers to integrate movement and wellness meaningfully into transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry
• Teach physical education as both a physical and conceptual discipline, encouraging students to think critically about health, movement, and wellbeing
• Cultivate students' understanding of personal fitness, nutrition, and lifelong healthy habits
• Integrate Islamic values, character education, and the concept of caring for the body as an
• *amanah*
• authentically into the program
• Clearly articulate what is being taught, why it matters, and how learning will be assessed
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and differentiate for diverse learners and abilities
• Provide high-quality scaffolding and timely, actionable feedback
• Engage students in reflection, goal-setting, and ownership of their physical growth
• Collaboratively plan with homeroom teachers and specialists to ensure coherence and progression across grade levels

Gymnasium Culture & Student Development

• Create a structured, joyful, and emotionally safe learning environment where students feel free to take healthy risks and try new skills
• Establish and maintain clear routines and expectations for the safe, responsible use of equipment and shared spaces
• Implement positive behavior systems aligned with school-wide expectations
• Model and teach sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for teammates and opponents
• Support students' social-emotional growth and character development through movement and team experiences
• Foster belonging, dignity, and respect within the gymnasium community, ensuring every student feels valued regardless of athletic ability
• Maintain organized, well-resourced, and safe learning spaces that support optimal learning

Family Partnership & Communication

• Build strong relationships with families through proactive and transparent communication
• Contribute to three-way conferences and student-led conferences
• Provide clear and informative progress reports on students' physical and personal growth
• Share student learning with families through demonstrations, field days, and school events
• Partner with parents to support student growth physically, socially, and emotionally

Professional Collaboration & Growth

• Actively participate in collaborative planning and professional learning communities
• Engage in IB professional development and ongoing teacher growth, particularly in PYP physical education
• Contribute to accreditation and authorization processes
• Seek continuous improvement in instructional practice and technology integration
• Offer at least one extracurricular activity per week
• Support and contribute to school-wide events, field days, athletic programs, field trips, and co-curricular responsibilities
• Contribute to the development of athletic programming and healthy school culture

Spiritual & Cultural Expectations

• Tarbiyah Academy teachers are expected to embody:
• Amanah (trustworthiness) in professional conduct
• Ihsān (excellence) in preparation and delivery
• Rahmah (compassion) in student interactions
• Shūra (collaboration) in team planning
• Teachers are encouraged to engage in ongoing tazkiyah, self-reflection and intentional growth, to sustain patience, emotional regulation, and sincerity in their work.
• We believe that spiritual culture and professional excellence are inseparable.

Who You Are

• You are deeply aligned with the mission of an Islamic educational institution
• You have a genuine love and appreciation for children and a passion for movement, sport, and wellness
• You see physical education as a vehicle for character development, confidence-building, and lifelong health
• You understand differentiation and inquiry-based learning
• You are organized, reflective, and detail-oriented
• You communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
• You build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families
• You are flexible, resilient, and maintain high expectations
• You thrive in collaborative environments

Salary Determination

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field from an accredited U.S. university
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Strong command of English, orally and in writing
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)

Preferred

• State certification in Physical Education
• Master's degree in Physical Education or a related field
• Experience teaching in the IB Primary Years Programme
• Experience in independent or Islamic schools
• Coaching experience or background in organized athletics

Why Tarbiyah Academy

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