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Physical Education Teacher

Tarbiyah Academy
Elkridge, UAE
Full Time
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Onsite
3 weeks ago
Physical EducationIB Primary Years ProgrammeCurriculum DevelopmentLesson PlanningClassroom ManagementDifferentiation
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Position Overview

  • Tarbiyah Academy is seeking an energetic, mission aligned, and inquiry minded Physical Education Teacher to bring the International Baccalaureate Programme to life through movement, sport, and wellness within a holistic Islamic educational framework.
  • As a Physical Education Teacher, you are responsible for designing a physical education program that is engaging, developmentally appropriate, and spiritually grounded.
  • You will teach physical education as both a discipline and a pathway to lifelong wellness, helping students develop physical literacy, sportsmanship, and a deep appreciation for the body as an amanah from Allah.

Pedagogy & Instructional Excellence

  • 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.

Minimum Qualifications

  • 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 Qualifications

  • 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.

Salary Determination

  • Salary placement is determined by full time teaching experience, state certification status, and highest degree earned (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate).
  • The range for this position is $40,000 $66,000.

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