Middle School PE and Health Teacher

American International School Chennai; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

American International School Chennai seeks an experienced Middle School Physical Education and Health teacher to design and deliver a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum addressing students’ physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. The role includes acting as an advisor and chaperone for the Week Without Walls trip, with a focus on differentiation and student wellbeing.

The candidate should bring experience with English as an Additional Language learners and a technology-integrated teaching

Qualifications

• At least three years of relevant teaching experience.
• Teaching credential required.
• Record of ongoing professional growth.
• Experience with English as an Additional Language learners.
• Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment.
• Experience leading co-curricular activities.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver a rigorous Physical Education and Health curriculum that uses inquiry, personalization, and differentiation to address students' wellbeing.

Skills

Communicating effectively

Technology integration

School initiatives

Student voice and choice

Time management

Instruction design

Engaging pedagogy

Education

Teaching credential

Job description

Job Summary

AISC teachers are responsible for ensuring that all instructional and assessment practices, curriculum development, classroom management, and professional growth align with and contribute to the School's Mission, Core Values, and Vision for the AISC Learner. Middle School teachers act as an advisor and also chaperone the Middle School Week Without Walls trip. Duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Design and deliver a rigorous and engaging Physical Education and Health curriculum that incorporates inquiry, personalized instruction, and differentiation. This includes demonstrating expertise in developing a comprehensive physical literacy program that intentionally addresses students physical, emotional, and social wellbeing.

Knowledge

Successful AISC teachers are learners. They can demonstrate specific knowledge and understanding and share examples of their growth in the following areas:

1. Developmental stages of students
2. Culturally responsive instructional practices
3. Differentiation and personalization
4. Standards-based assessment and reporting
5. Course-/program-specific knowledge
6. Collaborative and reflective practices
7. Wellbeing practices

Skills

AISC teachers can demonstrate specific skills and understanding and share examples of their current practice in the following areas:

1. Communicating effectively in verbal and written forms with students, parents and colleagues
2. Using technology to enhance the learning experience
3. Contributing to school initiatives, community, and culture
4. Embedding student voice and choice into classroom structures and routines
5. Managing time and projects effectively
6. Designing effective instruction to meet all learner needs
7. Actively engaging students in the learning experience through a variety of pedagogical approaches

Professional Standards

AISC teachers are expected to demonstrate effectiveness and growth by:

1. Embracing responsibility for student learning
2. Modeling personal and professional growth
3. Leading others outside of the classroom
4. Innovating practices and programs
5. Collaborating with all community members
6. Communicating with all community members
7. Building community through action
8. Embedding wellbeing
9. Demonstrating ethics and integrity in all interactions

AISC is a thriving community of students, parents and professionals. To support this community, AISC professionals volunteer, participate, and engage with AISC initiatives, events, and programs.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

AISC seeks faculty with appropriate experiences that have helped them develop their knowledge, skills, and talents:

1. At least three years of relevant experience
2. Teaching credential
3. A record of continued professional growth
4. Experience working with English as Additional Language learners
5. Experience teaching and learning in a technology-integrated environment
6. Experience in leading co-curricular activities

NOTE

The above job description is meant to outline general knowledge, skills and responsibilities. It may be necessary to assume other duties and responsibilities that are not specifically outlined herein.