Head of PE
Leman International School Chengdu
Sichuan
- New
- Salary:
- salary+ medical insurance+ housing+ flight allowance + relocation allowance+ school places
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Apply by:
- 28 February 2025
Job overview
LOCATION: CHENGDU
Chengdu has been voted the "Happiest City in China" for the last 12 years, it is a modern city in Western China famous for excellent food and the home of the Giant Panda. Many interesting destinations in South East Asia are a short flight away with direct flights to Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia. The city is affordable with a lower cost of living than many comparable cities in China, so there is good savings potential for teachers.
Léman International School Chengdu (LIS) is looking to recruit a Head of PE, to drive excellent teaching and learning in the curriculum of International Baccalaureate.
Nord Anglia Education is looking to recruit a Head of PE to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to create a generation of resilient and creative global citizens, who will change our world for the better. You will benefit our students and people, through our programmes such as the Global Campus, Nord Anglia University, and our collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, UNICEF, IMG and King’s College London.
The role:
We seek a qualified teacher to join as a Head of PE where your focus will be:
- Developing and overseeing the physical education program.
Oversee the school’s PE program, ensuring alignment with the school's mission and values.
- Event Organization:
- Plan and execute sports events, tournaments, and inter-school competitions, both locally and internationally.
- Community Engagement:
- Build relationships with sports organizations and foster a supportive school spirit among students and parents.
- To focus on conceptual understanding, emphasing the importance of understanding key concepts over rote memorisation and encouraging students to make connections between different subjects and real-world situations.
- Differentiated Instruction: Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners. Provide varied resources and activities to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
- Global Contexts: Incorporate the six global contexts (identities and relationships, orientation in space and time, etc.) into the curriculum. This helps students understand and relate their learning to the wider world.
- Collaborative Learning: Promote collaboration among students through group projects and peer learning. This enhances critical thinking and communication skills.
- Interdisciplinary Approaches: Encourage interdisciplinary teaching, especially in projects and units that span multiple subjects. This reflects the interconnectedness of knowledge and helps students see the bigger picture.
- Assessment for Learning: Use formative assessment strategies to provide ongoing feedback. Encourage self-assessment and peer assessment to foster a growth mindset.
- Technology Integration: Leverage technology to enhance learning experiences, facilitate research, and encourage creativity. Use digital tools to support collaboration and communication.
- Community and Service: Incorporate community service and action components into the curriculum. Encourage students to apply their learning in real-world contexts and develop a sense of responsibility.
- Professional Development: Provide ongoing training for teachers on IB philosophy, pedagogical strategies, and assessment practices. Foster a collaborative environment for sharing best practices.
- Reflective Practice: Encourage both teachers and students to engage in reflective practice. Regular reflection helps identify strengths, areas for improvement, and strategies for enhancing teaching and learning.
The Successful Candidate will possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree or Higher
- a minimum of 2 years relevant teaching experience
- Teaching qualification
- Strong Subject Knowledge: A solid understanding of the primary curriculum, including literacy, numeracy, and other core subjects.
- Effective Communication Skills: The ability to communicate clearly and engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Classroom Management Skills: Techniques for maintaining a positive and orderly classroom environment.
- Adaptability: The ability to adjust teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Passion for Teaching: A genuine enthusiasm for education and a commitment to fostering a love of learning in students.
- Empathy and Understanding: The capacity to understand and support students' social, emotional, and academic needs.
- Collaborative Spirit: Willingness to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and the community.
- Creativity: Innovative approaches to lesson planning and problem-solving in the classroom.
- Assessment Skills: Proficiency in using various assessment methods to evaluate student progress and inform instruction.
- Lifelong Learning Attitude: A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with educational best practices.
- Technological Proficiency: Comfort with using educational technology to enhance learning experiences.
Please view full Job Description here.
EMPLOYMENT START DATE: [ AUG 1, 2025]
About you
Keen to collaborate and share your specialist expertise, you will be a fitting ambassador for the school. You will communicate with confidence across diverse audiences and situations, using your expertise to build strong relationships with parents and students. You will be able to adapt quickly to our fast-paced international environment as well as meet visa-related restrictions for China, including Bachelor’s Degree or Higher and a minimum of 2 years of work experience since graduating.
To Apply
On-line applications need to be directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV. This position may close prior to the advertised deadline once a suitable candidate is found. Early applications are encouraged.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About Leman International School Chengdu
- Leman International School Chengdu
- 1080 Da’an Road, Zhengxing County, Tianfu New Area
- Chengdu
- 610218
- China
Léman International School Chengdu (LIS) welcomes the children of expatriate families from age 2 to 18 years in our all-through school, from Pre-Nursery to Year 13. Our purpose-built campus occupies 50 acres (20 hectares) in the south of the city centre, and has the capacity for approximately 1,000 students. Léman boasts world class facilities which includes fully equipped modern classrooms, science laboratories, an art studio, music studio, I.T. rooms, gymnasium, 25-metre indoor swimming pool and large outdoor sports facilities. LIS is fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC).
Our student body represents more than 30 nationalities, and the school provides international curricula with a commitment to support students’ return to their home country. The Primary School curriculum is based on the English National Curriculum programmes of study for English and Maths combined with elements of the International Primary Curriculum (IPC), In our Secondary School students follow the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) from Years 7 to 11. LIS is an IB World School and offers the IB Diploma Programme for students in years 12 and 13.
Chengdu is a modern city in Western China famous for excellent food and the home of the Giant Panda. Many interesting destinations in South East Asia are a short flight away with direct flights to Hong Kong, Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia. The city is affordable with a lower cost of living than many comparable cities in China, so there is good savings potential for teachers.
Visit our website www.lis-chengdu.com for more information
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Principal : Tracy Connor
Address: # 1080 Da’an Rd., Zhengxing County, Tianfu New District, Chengdu, 610218
Telephone: 86 (028) 67038650
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