MYP Health and Physical Education Teacher ( 2X)

About ICS Addis

Founded in 1964 in the heart of Ethiopia's capital, the International Community School of Addis Ababa (ICS Addis) is a premier, non-profit, and inclusive IB World School serving a diverse community of more than 80 nationalities from Early Years 3 (Pre-K) through Grade 12 on a modern, green campus.

Fully accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA), and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), as well as a proud member of the Association of International Schools in Africa (AISA), ICS delivers a holistic, innovative, and inquiry-based education.

The school offers the full IB continuum—including the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Middle Years Programme (MYP)—alongside diverse High School pathways that feature the IB Diploma Programme (DP), IB Career-related Programme (CP), Pearson BTEC, a US High School Diploma, and an Individualized Diploma for students receiving intensive learning support.

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ICS is seeking an enthusiastic, reflective, and internationally minded MYP Health and Physical Education Teacher to join our vibrant learning community. An ICS professional is a mission-aligned, joyful, and collaborative educator committed to IB principles, authentic relationships, and empowering every learner in our diverse international community.

Position Overview: MYP Health and Physical Education Teacher ( 2 positions)
The MYP Health and Physical Education teacher is a mission-aligned, collaborative educator who designs and delivers inquiry-based health and physical education in the MYP. Grounded in IB philosophy, the teacher uses concept-based units, purposeful physical activity, and criterion-related assessment. Instruction builds students’ movement competence, understanding of health and wellbeing, and capacity to plan, perform, and reflect on their own performance. The teacher promotes lifelong healthy, active living. The role also supervises Personal Projects and contributes to the school’s athletics and activities program.

TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCELLENCE

• Nurture: Create a safe, inclusive space that honors student diversity, cultivates character and intellect, and supports academic, social, and emotional growth.

• Challenge: Design inquiry-based learning grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) aligned with IB philosophy and ATL skills; use evidence of learning and feedback to respond to student needs, set high expectations, and drive academic excellence across the IB and ICS programs.

• Empower: Equip learners with the confidence, resilience, and personal agency needed to excel in a rapidly changing world and become a positive influence in every community.

CULTURE, COMMUNITY, AND WELLBEING

• Live the ICS Way: Model global citizenship, mutual respect, and adaptability, responding constructively to changing circumstances while honoring local context and caring for self, others, and our shared environment.

• Collaborate & Communicate: Partner across sections, peer coaching, and open, timely communication with all stakeholders.

• Nurture Wellbeing: Create safe, joyful environments that build student agency, confidence, physical safety, and digital responsibility. Maintain safe practices in all physical activity settings, including equipment and facility checks, risk assessment, and appropriate response to injury.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

• Engage in School Life: Contribute to co-curriculars, school events, field trips, and service partnerships while honoring local Ethiopian culture and perspectives.

• Drive Professional Growth: Pursue ongoing professional learning, research, and reflective practice aligned with personal goals and school strategic priorities.

• Uphold Excellence: Model ethical conduct, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to continuous school improvement, accreditation, and policy development.

• Serve the Broader Community: Participate in school functions and perform other professional duties as requested by leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, Sport Science, Health Education, or a closely related field, with a recognized teaching certification or license in physical and/or health education. Current First Aid and CPR certification is required, or must be obtained before the start of the contract. A Master’s degree in Education or a related discipline is preferred.

• Pedagogy: Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inquiry-based learning.

• Collaboration & Mindset: Strong organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills with a commitment to professional growth and thriving in a diverse, international community.

• Experience: Background in IB programmes and international school settings. MYP Physical and Health Education training and coaching experience are preferred.

• Advanced Pedagogy: Master’s degree, expertise in inclusive learning design that anticipates learner variability, and purposeful technology integration.

• Certified swimming instructor qualification is preferred

How to Apply

As part of the online application, please upload a single PDF packet which includes the following:

• A letter of interest explaining your strengths and why you think you are a good match for the position and our school.

• A current résumé.

• A list of at least four recent referees should be submitted. Contact information should include name, position, current email address, mobile/office numbers, and current (anticipated) time zone.

ICS Addis will respond briefly to all applications received via this portal. Questions should be addressed to recruitment@icsaddis.org

Commitment to Child Safeguarding

ICS Addis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are responsible for recognizing, responding to, and reporting concerns in accordance with ICS safeguarding procedures, and for actively participating in required child protection training and practices. Background checks and reference verification are conditions of employment.

Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed as applications are received. ICS reserves the right to make an appointment before the deadline if an outstanding applicant is identified early in the search process.