JOB DESCRIPTION – PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
Position: Physical Education Teacher / PE Facilitator
Department: Physical Education
Curriculum: Cambridge / International Curriculum
Location: The Hillside Prep School, Coimbatore
Reporting To: Academic Coordinator / Head of School
Job Purpose
The Physical Education Teacher will be responsible for planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate physical education programmes that develop students’ physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship and overall well-being. The teacher will promote active participation and help students develop lifelong healthy lifestyle habits.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver structured PE lessons aligned with the school curriculum and learning objectives.
- Teach fundamental movement skills, fitness, athletics, team sports and individual sports appropriate to students’ age and ability.
- Develop students’ physical literacy, coordination, agility, strength, endurance and flexibility.
- Encourage teamwork, leadership, discipline, sportsmanship and fair play.
- Differentiate activities to accommodate varying levels of physical ability and individual needs.
- Assess and document students’ progress in physical education.
- Maintain appropriate lesson plans, assessment records and student performance reports.
- Organise and conduct inter-house, inter-school and intra-school sporting activities.
- Identify and nurture students with talent and interest in competitive sports.
- Train and prepare students for sports competitions and athletic events.
- Ensure proper warm-up, cool-down and safe use of sports equipment and facilities.
- Maintain appropriate supervision of students during PE classes, practices and sporting events.
- Ensure compliance with school safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
- Maintain sports equipment and report damaged, missing or unsafe equipment promptly.
- Collaborate with class teachers, coordinators and school leadership to support students’ overall development.
- Support school events, sports days, camps and extracurricular activities.
- Promote healthy lifestyle practices, fitness awareness and personal well-being among students.
- Maintain professional communication with parents regarding students’ participation and progress where required.
Curriculum Responsibilities
- Develop PE schemes of work and lesson plans in line with Cambridge/international curriculum expectations.
- Integrate inquiry, reflection, collaboration and skill development into PE lessons.
- Use appropriate assessment strategies to monitor physical and personal development.
- Incorporate technology and appropriate resources to enhance learning where relevant.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Education / Sports Science / related field.
- B.P.Ed., M.P.Ed. or equivalent professional qualification preferred.
- Recognised teaching qualification such as B.Ed. is desirable.
- Certification in first aid/CPR is an advantage.
- Experience with Cambridge or international curriculum is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years of teaching experience in a school environment preferred.
- Experience working with primary and/or secondary school students.
- Experience in coaching or organising school-level sports competitions will be an advantage.
- Candidates with international-school or Cambridge curriculum experience will be preferred.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of physical education and sports.
- Excellent classroom and student-management skills.
- Ability to motivate students of different abilities and age groups.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational and event-management abilities.
- Commitment to student safety and safeguarding.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary school team.
- Energetic, enthusiastic and positive approach towards students.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Key Performance Indicators
- Quality and effectiveness of PE lesson delivery.
- Student participation and engagement in physical activities.
- Student progress in physical skills and fitness.
- Successful organisation of sports events and competitions.
- Effective implementation of safety and safeguarding procedures.
- Maintenance and appropriate use of sports facilities and equipment.
- Contribution to the school’s extracurricular sports programme.
- Positive collaboration with teachers, students and school leadership.
Personal Attributes
The ideal candidate should be energetic, disciplined, approachable, responsible and passionate about sports and student development, with the ability to inspire students to adopt an active and healthy lifestyle.
Pay: ₹11,516.17 - ₹34,753.73 per month
Work Location: In person
