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High School Physical Education Teacher - Huizhou

BASIS International School Park Lane Harbour is seeking qualified candidates for a High School Physical Education Teacher for the 2023 school year!

BASIS International teachers are knowledgeable, passionate, and believe in transforming education. As part of a uniquely collaborative and professional teaching community, BASIS International teachers motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating their skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance.

As a Physical Education teacher, it is primarily your responsibility to develop engaging, content-rich subject-specific lesson plans, and to teach students about different types of exercise, sporting skills, attitudes, and health topics.

PE teachers lay a foundation by incorporating basic principles of warming up, stretching, and cooling down. A focus on attitude, performance and sporting skills is utilized to benefit students. PE teachers also have the unique opportunity and ability to collaborate with other Subject Expert Teachers to incorporate and enhance student learning by blending PE content with other subjects, such as science or history. Our PE Teachers are passionate and excited to teach their students in innovative ways, and our students are eager to learn and grow.

Primary Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Prepare subject-specific lessons in Physical Education (PE).
  • Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade standard, in an interactive learning environment and deliver exceptional results for all students.
  • Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students' education is at an internationally competitive level.
  • Collaborate with other BASIS International teachers to form a community of smart, talented, and interesting people who are passionate about education and readily willing to work in a professional, academic environment.
  • Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success.
  • Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, and individuality in all students.
Posted: October 2022
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LocationHuizhou, China
Start DateJuly 2023
Eligible CandidatesUniversity Graduate
Student LevelHigh School
Monthly SalaryUSD 4600
Number of Vacancies1

Job Benefits

  • Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience.
  • BASIS International Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, housing allowance, travel assistance, and more.
  • Assistance in obtaining a visa will be provided.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education RequiredBachelor
MajorPhysical Education, Exercise Science, Kinesiology
Additional School Requirements

Job Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Physical Education or related field; or a degree in Elementary/Primary Education with additional course work, or special certification for Physical Education Teaching
  • Documentation of passage of a state or national authorized subject test in the teaching area may fulfill the special certification.
  • Minimum two years of teaching experience as a lead teacher required
  • Must be able to successfully pass a background clearance

Preferred:

  • Subject matter postgraduate work (Master’s or Ph.D.) is preferred.
  • Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence.
  • Must be open to new ideas in teaching.