Physical Education Teacher

Tarbiyah Academy | Full-Time | In-Person

Reports to: Head of Lower School & Head of Middle School

Salary Range: $40,000–$66,000 (based on placement on salary scale)

Tarbiyah Academy is seeking an energetic, mission-aligned, and inquiry-minded Physical Education Teacher to bring the International Baccalaureate Programme to life through movement, sport, and wellness within a holistic Islamic educational framework.

As a Physical Education Teacher, you are responsible for designing a physical education program that is engaging, developmentally appropriate, and spiritually grounded. You will teach physical education as both a discipline and a pathway to lifelong wellness, helping students develop physical literacy, sportsmanship, and a deep appreciation for the body as an amanah from Allah.

At Tarbiyah Academy, teaching is both a professional responsibility and an act of stewardship. We are an incredibly relational and collaborative community, grounded in a commitment to purifying our niyyah (intention) in service of our students.

Pedagogy & Instructional Excellence

The PYP Physical Education Teacher is expected to:

• Deliver high-quality, inquiry-based physical education instruction aligned with the IB Programme
• Design a developmentally appropriate PE curriculum that builds fundamental motor skills, fitness, teamwork, and sport-specific competencies
• Collaborate with other subject teachers to integrate movement and wellness meaningfully into transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry
• Teach physical education as both a physical and conceptual discipline, encouraging students to think critically about health, movement, and wellbeing
• Cultivate students' understanding of personal fitness, nutrition, and lifelong healthy habits
• Integrate Islamic values, character education, and the concept of caring for the body as an amanah authentically into the program
• Clearly articulate what is being taught, why it matters, and how learning will be assessed
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and differentiate for diverse learners and abilities
• Provide high-quality scaffolding and timely, actionable feedback
• Engage students in reflection, goal-setting, and ownership of their physical growth
• Collaboratively plan with homeroom teachers and specialists to ensure coherence and progression across grade levels

Gymnasium Culture & Student Development

• Create a structured, joyful, and emotionally safe learning environment where students feel free to take healthy risks and try new skills
• Establish and maintain clear routines and expectations for the safe, responsible use of equipment and shared spaces
• Implement positive behavior systems aligned with school-wide expectations
• Model and teach sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for teammates and opponents
• Support students' social-emotional growth and character development through movement and team experiences
• Foster belonging, dignity, and respect within the gymnasium community, ensuring every student feels valued regardless of athletic ability
• Maintain organized, well-resourced, and safe learning spaces that support optimal learning

Family Partnership & Communication

• Build strong relationships with families through proactive and transparent communication
• Contribute to three-way conferences and student-led conferences
• Provide clear and informative progress reports on students' physical and personal growth
• Share student learning with families through demonstrations, field days, and school events
• Partner with parents to support student growth physically, socially, and emotionally

Professional Collaboration & Growth

• Actively participate in collaborative planning and professional learning communities
• Engage in IB professional development and ongoing teacher growth, particularly in PYP physical education
• Contribute to accreditation and authorization processes
• Seek continuous improvement in instructional practice and technology integration
• Offer at least one extracurricular activity per week
• Support and contribute to school-wide events, field days, athletic programs, field trips, and co-curricular responsibilities
• Contribute to the development of athletic programming and healthy school culture

Spiritual & Cultural Expectations

Tarbiyah Academy teachers are expected to embody:

• Amanah (trustworthiness) in professional conduct
• Ihsān (excellence) in preparation and delivery
• Rahmah (compassion) in student interactions
• Shūra (collaboration) in team planning

Teachers are encouraged to engage in ongoing tazkiyah, self-reflection and intentional growth, to sustain patience, emotional regulation, and sincerity in their work. We believe that spiritual culture and professional excellence are inseparable.

Who You Are

• You are deeply aligned with the mission of an Islamic educational institution
• You have a genuine love and appreciation for children and a passion for movement, sport, and wellness
• You see physical education as a vehicle for character development, confidence-building, and lifelong health
• You understand differentiation and inquiry-based learning
• You are organized, reflective, and detail-oriented
• You communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
• You build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families
• You are flexible, resilient, and maintain high expectations
• You thrive in collaborative environments

Salary Determination

Salary placement is determined by full-time teaching experience, state certification status, and highest degree earned (Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate). The range for this position is $40,000 - $66,000

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, or a related field from an accredited U.S. university
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Strong command of English, orally and in writing
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain prior to start date)

Preferred:

• State certification in Physical Education
• Master's degree in Physical Education or a related field
• Experience teaching in the IB Primary Years Programme
• Experience in independent or Islamic schools
• Coaching experience or background in organized athletics

Why Tarbiyah Academy

Tarbiyah Academy is committed to developing confident learners rooted in faith, knowledge, and character. We are building a school culture that values intellectual rigor, spiritual intentionality, collaboration, and growth. We seek educators who approach teaching not simply as a job, but as meaningful work grounded in purpose.

To Apply

Send your resume through our application using LinkedIn. Then email your resume and cover letter to our Head, Hagar Aboubakr, View email address on click.appcast.io .