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, hagaraboubakr@tarbiyahacademy.org .