Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 12 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Purpose
The job candidate should be a passionate advocate for both the children you teach and the benefits that PE can bring. The PE Teacher will teach children across the Early Years and Foundation Stage, Lower Primary and Upper Primary. He/she will need to have experience of the progression of PE and developmental activities for children of these ages. The Teacher will ignite a passion for being active, create a sense of achievement for all and demonstrate the highest expectations whilst acknowledging that each of our children is unique with individual strengths and needs.
Woodford School Lusaka offers outstanding, well-resourced PE and Sports facilities. We seek the services of a fantastic PE Teacher whose lesson delivery brings the bricks, mortar and grass to life. You will be an essential member of the teaching staff. It is crucial that you are dedicated, positive-minded and prepared to set a high standard of physical education across the school.

Direct Reporting
The Physical Education Teacher reports directly to the Deputy Head Teacher.

Responsibilities
• Manage and teach Physical Education & Sports.
• Be familiar with the operations of the Independent Schools Association of Zambia (ISAZ) Sports.
• Must attend all ISAZ planning meetings and contribute to the scheduling of termly sports
• Organize local Inter House sports events.
• Designing and implementing a comprehensive Physical Education & Sports Curriculum that aligns with the educational standards and goals.
• Developing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities to promote physical fitness, motor skills and sports knowledge.
• Manage sports teams, coordinating coaching staff, and fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
• Must be familiar with coaching and refereeing in sports such football, cricket, basketball, volleyball, rugby and athletics.
• Organize sports correspondence to parents and sports team members.
• Overseeing the maintenance and utilization of sports facilities and ensuring that they are safe and conducive to physical activities.
• Organizing and overseeing sports events, tournaments, and competitions both within the school and outside.
• Maintain accurate records of student’s participation, achievements and health-related data.

Knowledge, Experience & Personal Competencies
• A Growth Mindset
• Full Grade 12 certificate with 5 Credit or better;
• A minimum qualification of a Diploma in Physical Education, with two years of experience in a reputable school. A Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education will be an added advantage;
• Holder of qualified Teacher license from Teaching Council of Zambia (TCZ);
• A creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and outdoor learning;
• Must be computer literate;
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving skills;
• Excellent written and verbal English skills;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for outstanding PE provision (curricular and extra-curricular).

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Professional Certificate

Job application procedure
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• If you are interested in filling the above vacancy and believe you meet the specified terms, forward your Cover Letter, CV, NRC, TCZ License, and certified copies of professional qualifications in a Single PDF document
• Please note that applications that will not conform to the above specifications will not be considered.

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