Teacher Physical Education and Life Orientation

Independent Schools Association of Southern Africa; Irene; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in South Africa is seeking a dedicated Teacher for Physical Education and Life Orientation. The role involves teaching Grades 1 to 7, coaching various sports, and engaging actively with the school community. Candidates should have a degree in Sports Management or a teaching qualification and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position offers an excellent opportunity to impact students’ lives positively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position.
• Ability to coach sports effectively.
• Experience in organizing sporting events.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Life Orientation and Physical Education to Grade 1 to 7.
• Coaching in various sporting disciplines.
• Liaising with parents, students, and visitors.

Skills

Teaching Physical Education

Coaching

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in Sports Management or Teaching Qualification

SACE Registration

Job description

Teacher Physical Education and Life Orientation

Teacher Physical Education and Life Orientation

• Division: Southdowns College
• Business Unit: Southdowns Preparatory School
• Minimum experience: Entry Level
• Company primary industry: Primary/Secondary Education
• Job functional area: Education

Job Description

Required: Must be able to teach Physical Education.
Reporting to the Principal

Duties required:

• Teaching Life Orientation
• Coaching in various Sporting Disciplines.
• Liaising with parents, students, and visitors to the campus.
• Physical Education Teacher – Grade 1 to 7.
• Liaising with the Sports Department in the organisation of sporting events.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with colleagues, student and parents.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and able to use own initiative
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Must be a team player.
• First Aid Training would be required.
• Willingness to accompany teams to sporting fixtures.
• Skilled in Coaching and Refereeing/Umpiring.

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement is a recognised Degree and/or a diploma in Sports’ Management or Teaching Qualification with Physical Education as a subject completed.
• SACE registration would be required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the same and/or similar type of position and environment.
• Ability to coach sports is essential
• Experience in the organisation of sporting events