Physical Education Teacher

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Life Education Foundation Limited is seeking passionate Physical Education teachers to deliver daily lessons for primary and/or secondary students in Hong Kong Island. The role focuses on fitness, ball games, athletics, and aquatic activities, with opportunities to lead diverse PE programs.

You will coach school teams, organize intramural and inter-school events, and promote healthy living while collaborating with teachers and parents to support student well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education or related discipline.
• HK-recognized professional teacher training in PE (PGDE major in PE / BEd in PE).
• Registered Teacher qualification or eligible to apply (HK Education Bureau).
• Fluent in English; Cantonese and Mandarin preferred.
• 2–3 years of school PE teaching or coaching experience; international/private schools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily PE lessons for primary and/or secondary students, including fitness, ball games, athletics, and aquatic activities.
• Design and lead diverse PE programs aligned with IBDP, A Level, IGCSE, or local curricula.
• Coach and train school teams, organize intra/inter-school competitions, and lead sports events (basketball, football, swimming, athletics, badminton).
• Assist with co-curricular activities, Sports Day, inter-school events, and promote healthy living.
• Collaborate with class teachers and parents to support students' physical and mental well-being.

Skills

English fluency

Cantonese

Mandarin

Classroom management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Education

HKPI/PGDE or BEd in PE

Registered Teacher qualification (HK Education Bureau)

First Aid certificate

Lifeguard qualification (advantage)

Sexual Conviction Record Check

Job description

We are a leading private school located in Hong Kong Island, committed to holistic education with a strong emphasis on physical development, teamwork, and lifelong healthy habits. Due to school expansion and curriculum enhancement, we are now inviting passionate, energetic, and professional candidates to join our dedicated team!

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver daily Physical Education lessons for primary and/or secondary students (including fitness, ball games, athletics, aquatics, etc.);

Design and lead diverse, engaging PE programs, incorporating elements ofIBDP, A Level, IGCSE, Lower Secondary and/or Primary Physical, or local curriculum frameworks as appropriate;

Coach and train school teams, organize intra-school and inter-school competitions, and lead various sports events (priority given to basketball, football/soccer, swimming, athletics, badminton, etc.);

Assist with co-curricular activities, Sports Day, inter-school competitions, and promotion of healthy living;

Collaborate with class teachers and parents to support students' physical and mental well-being.

Requirements:

Hold a recognized bachelor's degree, preferably majoring in Physical Education or related disciplines (such as Kinesiology, Sports Science, etc.);

Possess Hong Kong-recognized professional teacher training in Physical Education (PGDE major in PE / BEd in PE or equivalent qualification);

Hold teacher qualifications recognized by the Hong Kong Education Bureau (Registered Teacher) or be eligible to apply for registration as a Registered/Permitted Teacher;

Fluent in English (as the primary medium of instruction), with good proficiency in Cantonese and Mandarin preferred;

At least 2-3 years of experience in school physical education teaching or coaching school teams (experience in international or private schools preferred);

Passionate about interacting with students, with strong classroom management and communication skills;

Possession of a valid First Aid certificate and lifeguard qualification is an advantage;

Must undergo a Sexual Conviction Record Check.