Physical Education Teacher

Job Description

The Asia Pacific Schools, in partnership with The International Schools Partnership (ISP), equips students for local and global success by delivering Amazing Learning and offers both the international and Malaysian National curricula in the Klang Valley, Malaysia. The Asia Pacific Smart School offers the Malaysian National curriculum from Standard 1 to Form 5 and have been rated 5-Star by the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

The Asia Pacific Schools promotes equality and is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, as well as providing employees with a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

Key benefits:

A culture of engagement and trust, where staff contributions are recognized and valued.

A passionate and motivated team of professionals who put children at the heart of decision-making.

An embedded whole campus commitment to professional development and a commitment to serving others.

A peer network of like-minded teaching colleagues and support from operations’ staff.

Access to expertise, best practice sharing and learning opportunities across countries and cultures.

A commitment to employee well-being.

We also offer:

Competitive salary

Pension fund contribution to an Employee Provident Fund (EPF)

Fee discount for children of employees

Outpatient and inpatient medical benefits

Paid leaves: medical, hospitalization, annual leaves, maternity, compassionate, etc.

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ASIA PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

We are seeking to hire an PE Teacher with experience of working in an International School for commencement August 2026 . Reporting to: Head of Department

Purpose of Role

To provide Amazing Learning opportunities so that students continually get better through the delivery of high-quality teaching and the creation of effective resources.

ISP Principles

We begin with our students. Our children and students are at the heart of our business. Simply, their success is our success.

We treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the wellbeing of each other.

We operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference.

We are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of our children, students and schools.

We learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us.

Key Responsibilities:

General

Follow the policies and practices which reflect the school’s commitment to high achievement, amazing learning and effective feedback

Establish a clear understanding of the importance and role of Physical Education in contributing to pupil’s spiritual, moral, cultural, mental and physical development, and in preparing students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of the modern world

Use data effectively to identify pupils who are underachieving in the subject and, where necessary, create and implement effective plans of action to support those pupils

To work effectively as a Form Tutor as part of a designated Year Team

Curriculum

Ensure curriculum coverage, continuity and progression in the subject for all pupils, including those of high ability and those with special educational or linguistic needs

Ensure effective development of pupils’ literacy, numeracy and information technology skills through the subject

Set high expectations for pupils in relation to progress and achievement

Ensure effective development of pupils’ individual and collaborative study skills necessary for them to become increasingly independent in their work and to complete tasks independently when out of school

Establish a partnership with parents and careers to involve them in their child’s learning of the subject, as well as providing information about curriculum, attainment, progress and targets

Communication, marketing and PR

To ensure professional and effective communication and consultation, as appropriate, between colleagues, parents and students at Asia Pacific International School

Publicise and celebrate achievements

Assist with the organisation of open evenings, consultation events and other events relating to the school

To contribute to marketing activities for Asia Pacific International School

OTHER EXPECTATIONS

Fully and positively participate in the school’s performance appraisal scheme in order to develop and enhance personal and service performance

Undertake any other reasonable duties requested/assigned as required by SLT or Line Manager, especially with regard to the school’s administrative function

Ensure that school policies including those relating to Safeguarding, Race Equality, Equal Opportunities, Code of Conduct and Health & Safety are adhered to.

(Please note that this Job Description sets out the main duties associated with the stated purpose of the post. It is assumed that other duties of a similar level/nature undertaken within the section are not excluded because they are not itemised. The duties of this post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation; changes in technology or policy and in that case appropriate training may be given to enable the post holder to undertake this new/varied work.)

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

Possess degree in Sports Management or its equivalent, including relevant bachelor’s degree in Education or bachelor’s degree with a post-graduate qualification in teaching

Minimum three (3) years’ full time teaching experience in Physical Education in an international primary/secondary schools

Must be willing to offer after-school activities to support curriculum delivery

Computer literate with good interpersonal communication skills

Fluency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia

Person specification

Patient, responsible, and passionate about teaching

A team player and flexible to meet the needs of the department

Must be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people they are responsible for or come into contact with

ISP Core Competencies

You consistently demonstrate and role-model the ISP Core Competencies in all that you do.

Cognitive

· Curious and agile

o Learns by questioning, exploring and investigating.

o Self-motivated; develops goals, monitors progress and adapts plans as necessary.

o Comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; stays engaged and curious and effectively balances patience and action.

o Open-minded; willing to try and test ideas.

o Challenges traditional methods and ways of thinking and encourages new perspectives.

· Creative problem-solver

o Tackles challenges in an organised and systematic way and finds solutions.

o Resourceful and imaginative; sees problems as opportunities to explore alternatives and possibilities.

o Uses logic to break complex problems down into manageable components.

o Interprets and evaluates data and evidence to classify information and recognise patterns and relationships.

o Leverages data and information as critical components in decision-making.

Interpersonal

· Empathetic and emotionally intelligent

o Excels at teamwork and building positive relationships.

o Motivates and encourages others by sharing positive feedback and recognising and celebrating their contributions.

o Understands and respects others’ views, beli