Year 7 - 12 PDHPE/Sport Science teacher

Year 7 - 12 PDHPE/Sport Science teacher

Al Zahra College

ARNCLIFFE, NSW

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Secondary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Health , PDHPE , Physical Education

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 30 January 2026

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The PDHPE teacher is responsible for delivering effective, engaging, and evidence-based instruction within the PDHPE Key Learning Area. This includes fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry across junior and senior levels. Teachers are expected to support the College ethos, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to student wellbeing and academic success.

Established in 1998, Al Zahra College is an independent, co-educational Islamic school located in Sydney offering a comprehensive education from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Grounded in Islamic values, the College fosters academic excellence, spiritual growth, and holistic development with a diverse and inclusive community.

As an IB World School, we deliver the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) alongside the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) curriculum, providing students with both local and international pathways to success. Beyond academics, students engage in sports, arts, leadership, and faith-based programs, cultivating resilience, ethical character, and lifelong success. With over one hundred dedicated staff, Al Zahra College is committed to innovative pedagogy, professional growth, and the integration of Islamic teachers into a world-class education.

Position Summary

Position Title: PDHPE Teacher

Reports to: Headmaster, Head of School, MYP/DP Coordinators

Classification: Teacher

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Location: 3-5 Wollongong Road, Arncliffe NSW 2205

The PDHPE teacher is responsible for delivering effective, engaging, and evidence-based instruction within the PDHPE Key Learning Area. This includes fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific inquiry across junior and senior levels. Teachers are expected to support the College ethos, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to student wellbeing and academic success.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Deliver lessons in line with the IB and NESA curriculum.
• Plan, assess, and report on student progress in accordance with College guidelines.
• Conduct practical investigations safely and effectively.
• Differentiate learning to meet individual student needs.
• Integrate digital technologies to enhance learning.

Curriculum and Assessment

• Design and evaluate teaching programs aligned with NESA outcomes and IB criteria.
• Develop learning materials that reflect current best practice in PDHPE, health literacy, and movement science.
• Create and implement formative and summative assessments for both theory and practical outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of practical participation, skill progression, physical activity levels, and health learning.
• Coordinate or contribute to fitness testing and physical activity assessments.
• Support the College’s Sport and Co-Curricular Programs including weekly sport, carnivals, gala days, representative teams, and fitness programs.
• Coach school teams and lead training sessions to prepare students for competitions.
• Promote student participation in physical activity, wellbeing programs, and representative pathways.
• Assist in organising major College sport events (swimming, athletics, cross country).
• Contribute to whole-school health and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., anti-bullying programs, nutrition education, wellness campaigns).

Co-Curricular, Sport & Community Participation

Professional Engagement

• Engage in professional development and College-based training.
• Collaborate with PDHPE department staff and across faculties.
• Maintain teaching accreditation and meet NESA/IB standards.

Pastoral/Co-curricular & Islamic ethos

• Contribute to the wellbeing and support of all students.
• Participate in College co-curricular and community events.
• Promote student participation in activities and competitions.
• Contribute to Islamic events and planning
• Abide by the schools Islamic ethos including dress code and respect
• Attend school Islamic events that are implemented in the school calendar

Selection Criteria

Essential

• NESA-accredited teacher with teaching experience.
• Strong understanding of IB/NESA curriculum and pedagogy.
• Demonstrated classroom management and communication skills.
• Commitment to Islamic values and the College’s mission.
• Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance.

Desirable

• Experience teaching in IB World Schools.
• Familiarity with inquiry-based and STEM learning.
• Postgraduate qualifications in education or PDHPE.

Information for applicants

Closing date:

12 December 2025

How to apply:

Please send your Cover letter and resume and contact details of three referees to careers@azc.nsw.edu.au

Enquiries:

Visit www.azc.nsw.edu.au or email info@azc.nsw.edu.au

Al Zahra College

ARNCLIFFE, NSW

http://www.azc.nsw.edu.au

Principal:

Mr. Hussein Akil

Affiliation: Islamic

Teaching Level: Combined

Gender: Coed

728 Students

68 Teaching Staff

29 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers IB

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Al Zahra College is an IB World School (PYP, MYP, and DP) supporting students from Kindergarten to Grade 12. The college was established in February 1998, in order to provide alternative educational options for the growing Muslim community in Australia.

The college aims to achieve quality learning in all areas of the curriculum, as well as within the Islamic faith, with particular attention to instilling high moral values in each student. The College motto, ‘Faith, Knowledge, Wisdom’, promotes excellence and quality in all learning areas.

The inclusion of our ethos and values in the school teaching program seeks to give all students an opportunity to cooperate and work together in a harmonious environment, and to understand and appreciate the common ideals of internationalism in a spirit of tolerance and understanding.

Al Zahra College seeks to provide an educational environment in which each student may develop an understanding and respect for his or her own cultural background and take pride in whom they are. Consequently, the ability for the child to respect other cultures is strengthened.

Al Zahra College aspires to add positively to the cultural diversity of multicultural Australia and prepare students for effective participation, as Australian citizens, in the wider global community.

Application Instructions

Closing date: 24 July 2025

How to apply: Please send your Cover letter and resume and contact details of three referees to careers@azc.nsw.edu.au

Enquiries: Visit www.azc.nsw.edu.au or email hakil@azc.nsw.edu.au