PHE Teacher at Taybuwtah International

Job Overview

• We are seeking a passionate and experienced Physical and Health Education (P.H.E.) Teacher to join our academic team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality physical education and health lessons to secondary school students. 
• The role involves promoting physical fitness, health awareness, and overall well-being, while encouraging students to maintain an active lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching and Learning:

• Teach Physical and Health Education to secondary school students in line with the school’s curriculum, ensuring alignment with both British and Nigerian educational standards.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that include both physical activities and health education topics such as nutrition, personal hygiene, and mental health.
• Plan and conduct physical education classes, including individual and team sports, fitness training, and other recreational activities.
• Foster an understanding of the importance of physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle among students.
• Use a variety of teaching methods, including practical activities, discussions, and multimedia tools, to promote learning and engagement.
• Monitor and assess students’ progress in both physical performance and health knowledge, providing regular feedback and support.

Classroom and Activity Management:

• Create and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom and activity environment.
• Supervise students during physical education classes, ensuring proper safety protocols are followed.
• Encourage sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect for others in both classroom and sporting settings.
• Organize and oversee extracurricular sporting events and activities to promote physical health outside of regular lessons.

Student Support:

• Provide individual support to students to help them improve their physical abilities and health awareness.
• Promote a holistic approach to health that includes physical fitness, mental well-being, and social development.
• Address any challenges students may face in physical activities or health-related topics, offering encouragement and guidance to help them improve.

Assessment and Reporting:

• Design, administer, and evaluate assessments to gauge student progress in physical activities and health education.
• Keep accurate and up-to-date records of student performance, including fitness levels and health knowledge.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to students, parents, and school leadership, focusing on areas of success and areas needing improvement.

Professional Development:

• Participate in professional development activities to enhance teaching skills and stay updated on best practices in physical education and health education.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share strategies, ideas, and best practices for improving the overall physical education program.
• Stay informed about changes in the British and Nigerian educational systems, as well as developments in physical education and health.

Personal Qualities:

• Passionate about promoting physical fitness and health education.
• Motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic about encouraging students to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Patient, approachable, and able to build positive relationships with students.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Health Education, or a related field.
• A teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, QTS) or equivalent certification is highly desirable.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in Physical and Health Education, preferably in a secondary school.
• Strong knowledge of physical fitness, sports, and health education principles.

Skills and Experience:

• In-depth knowledge of physical education and health education, including the fundamentals of various sports, fitness routines, and health topics.
• Excellent classroom and activity management skills with the ability to create an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and motivate students.
• Experience in organizing and managing extracurricular sporting events and activities.
• Ability to assess students' physical progress and health awareness and provide constructive feedback