Physical Education Teacher (Grade 3-5)

Hong Kong International School; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 520,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong International School is seeking an Upper Primary PE Teacher who is passionate about teaching elementary-aged students and understands PE's role in social-emotional development and academic growth. Current schedule includes PE twice in a 6-day cycle, with emphasis on collaboration and student-centered learning.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, teaching certification, and at least 5 years of experience, preferably in an international school setting, with knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject area; Masters degree preferred.
• Qualified Teacher Certification is required.
• Minimum 5 years of full-time teaching experience in the respective grade/subject.
• Experience in international schools and with American educational system preferred.
• Experience in teaching ESL students is preferred.
• Experience designing units using backward design strategies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Upper Primary PE classes and promote a love of physical education.
• Plan instruction using UbD/SHAPE standards and integrate technology as appropriate.
• Foster social-emotional development through PE activities and teamwork.
• Assess student learning with developmentally appropriate formative and summative methods.
• Collaborate with a large department to plan curriculum and share best practices.
• Undertake other duties to support department and school operations.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Classroom management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject area

Masters degree preferred

Qualified Teacher Certification

Job description

The Upper Primary PE program aims to foster a love of Physical Education and offers unique opportunities to develop the body, mind and spirit through movement. Regular physical activity improves all aspects of life, enhances the development of the brain and contributes to emotional well being. Our commitment is to empower students with the skills, knowledge and dispositions to collaborate, cooperate, resolve issues, overcome obstacles and practice sportsmanship. Our curriculum is informed by the SHAPE America National Physical Education Standards. At HKIS, we have intentionally prioritised and contextualised indicators to reflect our cultural and geographical context, our access to unique facilities, and our mission‑driven belief in the centrality of personal and social development within Physical Education.

September 1, 2026

The Upper Primary PE program aims to foster a love of Physical Education and offers unique opportunities to develop the body, mind and spirit through movement. Regular physical activity improves all aspects of life, enhances the development of the brain and contributes to emotional well being. Our commitment is to empower students with the skills, knowledge and dispositions to collaborate, cooperate, resolve issues, overcome obstacles and practice sportsmanship. Our curriculum is informed by the SHAPE America National Physical Education Standards. At HKIS, we have intentionally prioritised and contextualised indicators to reflect our cultural and geographical context, our access to unique facilities, and our mission‑driven belief in the centrality of personal and social development within Physical Education.

The Upper Primary PE Teacher demonstrates a passion for teaching elementary‑aged students and understands the important role physical education plays in both the social‑emotional development and academic growth of this age group. Students currently have PE classes twice in a 6‑day cycle.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Professional Knowledge

Professional Knowledge refers to the breadth and depth of knowledge of the discipline(s) and understanding of HKIS' Shared Philosophy of Education. For HKIS educators this includes planning for instruction, reflection on curriculum content, knowledge of tools and resources, developmental characteristics of students and current pedagogy.

Instructional Strategies

Instructional Strategies is the means by which teachers establish a culture for learning, engage students in learning and deliver content. This includes flexibility in the choice of materials, use of appropriate technology and a variety of presentation, grouping and pacing techniques in response to student learning needs.

Management

How time and resources are prioritized, organized and allocated to provide an effective learning environment requires classroom management. For HKIS educators, this involves organizing one's own work, planning work for others, anticipating needs and adjusting resources accordingly.

Assessment

Assessment practices at HKIS include the monitoring of student understanding through a balanced programme of developmentally appropriate formative and summative assessments aligned to UbD Stage 1 elements (including articulated standards, enduring understandings, knowledge and skills, misunderstandings and academic vocabulary). HKIS faculty provide feedback to students and parents to promote learning and the use of assessment results in planning and instruction.

Communication

The verbal and non‑verbal articulation of messages within the HKIS community (students, parents, colleagues) both in formal and informal situations provides clarity and accuracy of information. HKIS educators are highly attuned to the choice of the most appropriate medium and active listening to facilitate a mutual understanding of needs, issues and concerns.

Collaboration and Professional Practice

Sharing information about students, curriculum and resources enhances the success of the HKIS community. The manner in which individuals build, promote and maintain strong learning communities builds professional and reciprocal relationships, which is highly valued in our school.

Schoolwide Competencies

• As a school grounded in the Christian faith, we hire Christian teachers and administrators as well as those of other faiths. HKIS seeks to hire candidates who are interested in the complex questions of faith and spirituality and who are keen to learn and interact with others of different faith traditions.
• Global minded: Understands, respects and appreciates diverse cultures, a sense of global stewardship and responsibility
• HKIS faculty are required to comply with the HKIS Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy

Other

• Undertake other duties and functions as required that will impact and strengthen the contributions of the department and overall operations of the school.

Minimum requirements and qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject area, Masters Degree preferred
• Qualified Teacher Certification

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of full time teaching in the grade level or subject area
• Successful experience in working with students in the respective age group
• Previous experience in an international school and familiarity with American educational system preferred
• Experience teaching ESL students preferred
• Experience in creating units of work using ‘backward design’ strategies preferred

Required skills:

• Experience collaborating with a large team of teachers preferred
• Excellent knowledge of the subject content and pedagogy
• Excellent knowledge of the developmental needs of students in the respective age group
• Knowledge of and experience in using a variety of assessments and applying differentiated learning techniques
• Strong grounding in knowledge about teaching and learning
• Respects teachers as professionals and as adult learners
• Effective communicator; ability to communicate articulately (verbal and written) with a diverse community
• Adept at using technology
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Key attributes:

• be committed to the HKIS Mission, Vision, and Student Learning Results (SLR’s)
• seek to understand, respect and appreciate diverse cultures, and have a sense of global stewardship and responsibility
• communicate articulately (verbal and written) to a diverse community including students, staff and parents
• understand the importance of collective efficacy and the role each individual plays in promoting a positive school culture
• be a dynamic educator with a willingness to innovate and inspire
• seek to collaborate with others, with the ability to build relationships of trust and respect
• build positive relationships with children, and foster a lifelong love of visual arts.
• have strong knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate instructional practices within an elementary school context, including experience using SHAPE standards to design and implement an aligned PE curriculum
• have extensive experience teaching Primary PE, preferably in an international school setting, or with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
• be knowledgeable on current research, curriculum and pedagogy related to Primary PE instruction with recent professional development specific to Primary PE education
• facilitate the showcase of learning through student‑led assemblies and exhibitions within the school, lifting the profile of PE across the Upper Primary school community

Child Protection Statement:

• At HKIS, each child’s welfare is paramount. We act to ensure that our students enjoy the right to be protected from harm and exploitation and have their welfare safeguarded.