UWCSEA is seeking a passionate and committed Teacher of High School Physical Education and Sports Science to join our Dover Campus in August 2025.
The successful candidate must have a tertiary qualification in relevant subjects and a recognised teaching qualification, with successful experience teaching secondary physical education. The successful candidate will teach core Wellness and Physical Education classes for all grade 9 and 10 students and possibly teach our bespoke UWCSEA Sport Science course available as an option to Grade 9 and 10 students. UWCSEA delivers IB DP Sport, Exercise and Health Science at both Higher and Standard level in Grades 11 and 12, prior experience of teaching IB Sport Science would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be an excellent and inspiring practitioner who is passionate about delivering an engaging concept based PE curriculum.
At UWCSEA we are looking for an educator who is committed to the UWC mission and in modelling the UWCSEA values: commitment, compassion, inclusion, integrity, openness, responsibility, trust. We strongly believe all faculty and staff are mentors to our students in the classroom and beyond. We are searching for individuals committed to the holistic growth of students, and committed to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academics; Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education and Service. We are also looking for an educator who is positive and enthusiastic about collaborating with a large vibrant team of dynamic teachers who comprise the Physical Education Department. UWCSEA is a large campus and has excellent and extensive sporting facilities. The appointee will teach mostly in High School, although may also be required to teach some Middle School classes and will play an active role in continually supporting our positive environment in order for all students to thrive.
Main Responsibilities
- Teachers construct learning experiences that challenge students, support the diversity of learners in each class. This includes demonstrating a strong commitment to concept based teaching and learning, along with a commitment to putting intercultural understanding into practice within the classroom.
- Teachers ensure assessments support ongoing learning and provide timely, relevant and appropriate feedback to students.
- Teachers keep parents informed about their children's learning, and are proactive in communication with parents.
- Teachers demonstrate effective class management that shows an understanding of the academic, social and emotional dimensions of learning.
- Teachers support personal and social emotional learning through academic classes. As Mentors they also work collaboratively with the Heads of Grade, Counselling, Learning Support and EAL departments as part of a student support services team in order to support all students in thriving.
- Teachers contribute positively to the collaborative culture of the Physical Education Department and all elements of the learning programme.
- Capable and willing to coach teams throughout the year as part of the Activity programme.
Expectations and Standards
Person Specifications
- A good degree and a recognised teaching qualification or certification are expected.
- Successful prior experience of teaching Physical Education in the 14-18 age range is required.
- Experience of teaching academic PE/Sports Science courses is required.
- Specific experience of IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science is an advantage.
- Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal skills, experience and pedagogical knowledge in areas outlined by the UWCSEA Learning Principles and the UWCSEA Profile.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, self-manage and to think and act in critical, creative and innovative ways to support teaching and learning.
- Academic expectations include enthusiastic participation in Professional Learning
- Pastoral expectations include the leadership of a mentor group unless the teacher is exempted due to other responsibilities
- On average the College expects a yearly contribution of two sessions per week in each season to Activities and/or Service.
- Teachers should be willing and eager to participate in the five key elements of a UWCSEA education: Academics; Activities; Outdoor Education; Personal and Social Education and Service
- The College expects that teachers will participate enthusiastically in the curricular Outdoor Education experiences which are relevant to their students and will also occasionally volunteer for holiday Outdoor Education trips.
- A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners.
Applications
The UWC Mission is to make education a force to unite people, nations and culture for peace and a sustainable future. We are committed to creating a community in which all members feel safe and secure, and know that their authentic selves and individual differences are accepted with respect and care. At UWCSEA, we acknowledge that diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) is an ongoing and evolving process and strive to create and sustain a sense of belonging for all members of our community, past, present and future. All qualified applicants, including those who identify as a part of marginalized group(s) and individuals with (dis)abilities are all encouraged to apply. Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expects all applicants to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices and all appointments are subject to interview, satisfactory references, identity and criminal record checks.
