Physical Education Coordinator - Sports Programs

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education in Dubai is seeking an experienced Physical Education Coordinator to lead the PE curriculum, mentor teachers, and coordinate sports events across the school. The role emphasizes student fitness, wellbeing, teamwork, and inclusive participation in activities.

The ideal candidate will have a master's degree, 5+ years of PE teaching and at least 2 years in a UAE leadership role, with strong program development and budgeting experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physical Education or related field required or preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of physical education teaching experience.
• At least 2 years in a leadership or coordination role within the United Arab Emirates.
• Strong knowledge of PE curriculum development and assessment.
• Proven experience supervising teachers and improving programme delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple teams, activities, and budgets.
• First Aid and sports coaching certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of the physical education curriculum.
• Supervise PE teachers and maintain consistent standards across lessons and activities.
• Support teachers with curriculum planning, instructional strategies, assessment, and classroom management.
• Conduct lesson observations and provide practical developmental feedback.
• Develop age-appropriate programmes that promote fitness, coordination, health education, teamwork, and sports skills.
• Design assessment frameworks to monitor student progress and physical development.
• Coordinate sports schedules, training sessions, tournaments, competitions, and inter-school events.
• Organise extracurricular clubs, fitness programmes, sports days, and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure sporting activities support inclusion and varied student abilities.
• Mentor PE teachers and deliver professional development to improve instructional quality.
• Promote student-centred teaching methods and safe participation in physical activities.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, and safe use of sports facilities and equipment.

Skills

Physical education leadership

PE curriculum development

Sports programme coordination

Teacher supervision

Lesson observation

Staff mentoring

Student fitness assessment

Sports event management

Inter-school tournaments

Extracurricular activities

Health education

Student wellbeing

Sports facility safety

Budget management

Resource allocation

Equipment procurement

First Aid

Sports coaching

Physical development

Team building

Wellness initiatives

External sports partnerships

Education

Master's degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Education, or a related field

Job description

Physical Education Coordinator – Sports Programs

Physical Education Coordinator - Sports Programs in Dubai is a leadership opportunity within the Primary-Secondary Education sector for an experienced sports and fitness educator. The role will oversee the physical education curriculum, guide PE teachers, coordinate sporting events, manage facilities and resources, and promote student fitness, wellbeing, teamwork, and active participation across the school community.

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Primary-Secondary Education
Function: School-College Administration
Salary: 12,000–18,000 AED per month (estimated range; confirm with employer)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery, monitoring, and evaluation of the physical education curriculum.
• Supervise PE teachers and maintain consistent standards across lessons and activities.
• Support teachers with curriculum planning, instructional strategies, assessment, and classroom management.
• Conduct lesson observations and provide practical developmental feedback.
• Develop age‑appropriate programmes that promote fitness, coordination, health education, teamwork, and sports skills.
• Design assessment frameworks to monitor student progress and physical development.
• Review student participation, attainment, and engagement data to identify improvement priorities.
• Coordinate sports schedules, training sessions, tournaments, competitions, and inter‑school events.
• Organise extracurricular clubs, fitness programmes, sports days, and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure sporting activities support inclusion and varied student abilities.
• Mentor PE teachers and deliver professional development to improve instructional quality.
• Promote student‑centred teaching methods and safe participation in physical activities.
• Oversee the inspection, maintenance, and safe use of sports facilities and equipment.
• Identify safety risks and ensure corrective action is completed promptly.
• Maintain compliance with school safeguarding, first aid, risk assessment, and health and safety procedures.
• Manage the PE department budget and monitor expenditure against approved allocations.
• Coordinate equipment procurement, inventory control, maintenance, and resource distribution.
• Work with school leadership to integrate physical education into wider academic and wellbeing priorities.
• Liaise with external sports organisations, coaches, vendors, and competition providers.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, events, incidents, equipment, budgets, and departmental activities.
• Prepare reports on programme performance, student participation, resource needs, and improvement actions.
• Encourage teamwork, resilience, sportsmanship, discipline, and healthy lifestyle habits across the school.

Ideal Profile

• Master's degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of physical education teaching experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership or coordination role within the United Arab Emirates.
• Strong knowledge of physical education curriculum development and assessment.
• Proven experience supervising teachers and improving programme delivery.
• Ability to manage multiple teams, activities, schedules, and school sites.
• Experience organising tournaments, inter‑school competitions, sports days, and extracurricular programmes.
• Strong understanding of student‑centred physical education and holistic development.
• Knowledge of sports facility safety, equipment management, and risk control.
• Experience managing budgets, procurement, and departmental resources.
• Excellent leadership, communication, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, organisation, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school leaders and external partners.
• First Aid and sports coaching certifications are an advantage.
• Commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, student wellbeing, and safe physical activity.

Skills Set

• Physical education leadership
• PE curriculum development
• Sports programme coordination
• Teacher supervision
• Lesson observation
• Staff mentoring
• Student fitness assessment
• Sports event management
• Inter‑school tournaments
• Extracurricular activities
• Health education
• Student wellbeing
• Sports facility safety
• Equipment management
• Risk assessment
• Budget management
• Resource allocation
• Equipment procurement
• First Aid
• Sports coaching
• Physical development
• Team building
• Wellness initiatives
• External sports partnerships

Why Join Us

This role offers an experienced physical education leader the opportunity to shape sports, fitness, and wellbeing programmes across a progressive school environment in Dubai. The successful candidate will influence curriculum quality, teacher development, student participation, facility standards, and competitive sporting opportunities. The position also provides scope for professional development, wider school leadership exposure, stable employment, and meaningful involvement in promoting active lifestyles and holistic student development.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates British curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The group supports academic excellence, student wellbeing, professional development, and high‑quality sports and extracurricular programmes that contribute to balanced student growth.