Physical Education teacher (Учитель физкультуры в детский сад)

The PE Teacher in an IB Early Years setting plays a crucial role in supporting the physical, social, and emotional development of young children (ages 2–6). Through movement, play, and exploration, the teacher fosters curiosity, balance, coordination, and teamwork — fully aligned with the IB philosophy of holistic and inquiry-based education.

Обязанности:

• 1. Curriculum Development and Delivery

• Plan and conduct physical activities that support the comprehensive development of young children — helping them grow physically, emotionally, and socially.

• Motor Skills Development: Design activities that help children build gross and fine motor skills, coordination, and spatial awareness.

• Learning Through Play: Encourage creativity and exploration through movement, dance, games, and interactive exercises suitable for preschool-aged learners.

• 2. Social and Emotional Development

• Promote teamwork, empathy, patience, and confidence through group games and cooperative play.

• Support children’s self-regulation and emotional expression through mindful movement and physical routines.

• 3. Health and Well-being

• Introduce basic health and hygiene concepts in playful, age-appropriate ways.

• Teach the importance of movement, nutrition, and rest for a healthy lifestyle.

• 4. Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Learning

• Work closely with homeroom and specialist teachers to integrate PE into transdisciplinary IB units (e.g., “Who We Are”, “How the World Works”).

• Participate in collaborative planning and reflection meetings.

• 5. School Life and Community Engagement

• Organize small-scale sports events, family fitness days, and movement-based assemblies.

• Support the school’s overall mission of fostering well-rounded, internationally minded learners.

• 6. Professional Development

• Engage in continuous learning and professional growth aligned with IB philosophy and early childhood education standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, Sports Science, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience teaching PE in an Early Years.

• Strong understanding of early childhood physical and cognitive development.

• Experience in integrating movement with inquiry-based learning.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to create a nurturing, inclusive environment.

• Fluency in English and Russian (spoken and written); knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.

• Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 17:00.
• Meal organization (set lunch).
• Official employment.
• Professional development.