Head of PE-Physical Education

Job description / Role

Overview

An international school in Qatar that follows the British curriculum is looking for a Head of PE (Physical Education) who will be responsible for liaising with teachers in the PE department and curriculum development for the program. The role includes developing lesson plans and themes in line with British curriculum objectives, facilitating learning by establishing relationships with students and parents, and organizing learning resources and the classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet with teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve any possible behavioral or academic problems.
• Establish clear objectives for all lessons and projects.
• Attend staff meetings.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Education from a recognized university (from the UK preferred).
• Master's Degree in Leadership is an asset.
• Teaching license from one of the following countries: UK, US, CA, AU, NZ, ZA (due to visa restrictions).
• Must have excellent English skills and be able to pass an IELTS exam at level 6.5.
• Must have excellent classroom management skills and be able to deal effectively with student behavior issues.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience for PE students (in the UK preferred).
• Minimum 2 years experience as Head of PE or in a similar role.
• Culturally sensitive, dependable, flexible, and able to work in a continuously changing environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Monthly Salary Range: Tax-free monthly salary from QAR 14,000 - 18,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Housing: Free furnished accommodation according to marital status and number of dependents relocating or housing allowance of QAR 5,500 to 8,500 depending on family size. Utilities paid, up to QAR 300 for single and QAR 500 for married approximately.

Health Insurance Coverage: Medical insurance for employee and one dependent (spouse or child).

Annual Air Tickets: Annual return air fare for employee and one nominated dependent (can either be spouse or child).

Leave: In addition to official holidays, paid leave is allocated as per academic calendar and as per country labor law. Minimum 30 workdays per year.

Dependent School Fees: 100% discount tuition fee for 1 dependent attending the same school as the employee.

Visa & Medical Check Fees: Residence visa fees will be paid for employee only. Employee is responsible for fees for dependents.

End Of Service Benefit: Gratuity of 21 days of basic salary as per Qatar labor law, for each full year worked.

Contract Period: 1-2 year contract - renewable.

Location: Doha, Qatar.

Paperwork Requirements: Notarized and attested academic degrees, teaching certificates, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates. You will be advised of school requirements.

Start Date: Immediately or August 2025.

About the Company

International Teachers Plus (ITP) is a Teacher Placement Agency based in Ottawa, Canada, offering full recruitment services and a wide variety of international teaching jobs at reputable International Schools.

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