Physical Education / Sports Teacher

ISR International School on the Rhine is a leading international IB World school in the Neuss, Düsseldorf and Cologne region in Germany. With employees from over 25 countries, ISR’s staff is international, open-minded and highly dedicated to their students. There are about 1000 students from 54 nations attending Kindergarten through Grade 12.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic teacher of Physical Education to join our expanding ISR Team to start as of August 1, 2023. Applicants must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree, a teaching certificate and experience working with students across all year groups teaching Physical Education. Experience in IGCSE and IB Diploma Programme will be advantageous.

We are particularly looking for teachers who:

• Are flexible, team players and are able to build sound relationships with students, colleagues and parents

• Are passionate about their teaching and committed to achieving high standards

• Demonstrate excellent classroom performance and have excellent communication skills

• Create a vibrant classroom environment

In particular, we are searching for a Physical Education (PE) teacher with:

·  Substantial experience of delivering outstanding PE across all year groups, including Kindergarten

· Experience and passion of and for delivering PE and sports

· Experience of assessing student progress in a range of assessment techniques

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a team player

· Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to meet deadlines

· Support the PE department to achieve the priorities and targets set out in the department and school development plan

· Be an exemplary teacher, clearly demonstrating thorough and effective planning, teaching and organisation and the highest standards of achievement and behaviour in PE

· Be an active member of the department in the on-going review of the PE curriculum and related schemes of work

· Work closely with the wider sports department to secure and maintain excellent communication and the highest standards within the department

· Support the development of PE assessment procedures in liaising with teachers and ensure there is progression across year groups

· Demonstrate good subject knowledge across a wide range of activities, including swimming, in each area of the school

· Offer and lead a variety of extra-curricular activities for students across the school

· Commitment of building up and coaching various ISR Sport Teams 

· Plan and coordinate school events such as “Sports Camp” and “ISR Family, Fun & Sports Day” together with our marketing team

· Taking care of sports facilities and sports equipment

Most importantly, we need someone with a ’can do’ attitude, and a real desire to bring out the best in young people, whatever it takes.

We can offer you:

• Extremely engaged and well-behaved students

• Great environment to work and grow as a professional

• A friendly, hardworking and supportive team

• Opportunities for professional development and internal promotion

If you are enthusiastic and highly motivated, relish a challenge and believe that you could contribute to our Physical Education department, we would like to hear from you - Come and meet us, you will be glad that you did! Please email your CV and cover letter immediately to jobs@isr-school.de. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are encouraged. The school reserves the right to make an appointment at any stage.

Visit our website for further information: www.isr-school.de .

ISR International School on the Rhine is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to undertake relevant safeguarding checks.