Teacher of Physical Education

Post: Teacher of Physical Education

Reporting to: Head of Physical Education Department

Primary Responsibilities:

●     To provide students with a stimulating, challenging and enjoyable learning experience both in and beyond the classroom, and to offer them the encouragement they need to thrive at SJI International.

●     To contribute significantly to the Sporting programme at SJI International

 PE teachers at SJI International, in addition to the usual core PE teaching, are expected to play a full part in the co-curricular sporting life of the school as coaches (including team trials). It is anticipated that this is the sole focus of their co-curricular and service contributions, throughout all ACSIS (Athletic Conference for Singapore International Schools) seasons

 Specific Responsibilities:

Teaching and learning

●     Identify and adopt the most effective active, creative teaching approaches for SJI International students in line with current best practice and the ethos of our school

●     Work with other members of the Department to apply consistent standards in the following:

curriculum planning and delivery; formative and summative assessment through classwork, homework and formal examination (where appropriate); standardisation and moderation of the examinations process 

●     Create a stimulating learning environment, including displays of student work

●     Teach across the age and ability ranges from Foundation IGCSE (Grades 7 & 8) through to IGCSE core PE in Grades 9 or 10 and the ability to teach Sports, Exercise and Health Science in the IB Diploma Programme will be an advantage

●     Identify and take advantage of opportunities to use resources offered within and beyond Singapore to take learning outside the classroom

●     Adopt strategies and monitor teaching and learning activities to support individuals with SEN/ESL in line with school and department policy

●     Ensure compliance with all rules regarding health and safety in the classroom

●     Set and mark homework regularly in line with school and department policy

●     Identify and teach study skills/strategies that will develop students' ability to work independently

●     Take part in the process and marking of the Extended Essay component of the IB Diploma

 Recording and assessment

●     Set clear targets for raising achievement

●     Collect and record assessment data

●     Comply with established systems for identifying, assessing and reviewing student progress

●     Develop an understanding of different learning needs and the importance of raising achievement among students

●     Attend parent conferences and keep parents informed about their child's progress, both formally through regular assessments and written reports, and informally through effective communication via email and the student diary/planner

 Standards and quality assurance

●     Support the aims and ethos of SJII as a Catholic, Lasallian school

●     Support the school’s established SMILES values

●     Set a good example in terms of dress, punctuality and attendance

●     Attend and participate in open evenings and student performances

●     Uphold the school's behaviour code and uniform regulations

●     Participate in staff training and annual performance review

●     Attend team and staff meetings

Other duties and responsibilities

This is essentially a generic Job Specification for Subject Teachers; all teachers at SJI International are also expected to contribute significantly to the service, sport and activity programmes, to accompany school trips and expeditions and to play a full part in the continued development of a thriving school community. Most teachers are also expected to take on the pastoral role of Form Tutor.

Application Process

All applications for this position strictly to be submitted through Schrole/ APLi only. The link to our Schrole / APLi page can be found on our Employment Page

(https://www.sjiinternational.com.sg/about/employment).

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.