“Inspiring Healthy Minds, Building Active Futures”
About Dwight School Seoul
Dwight School Seoul is an IB World Continuum School and one of the region’s leading educational institutions. We are student-centred, forward-thinking, and deeply committed to wellbeing, safeguarding, and our B-JEDI (Belonging, Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) philosophy.
The Role
Dwight School Seoul is seeking a qualified, enthusiastic, and dedicated MYP Physical and Health Education (PHE) Teacher to join our team from August 1, 2027.
The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop a lifelong appreciation for physical activity, health, and personal wellbeing. Through engaging and inquiry-based learning experiences, the successful candidate will support students in developing physical competence, healthy lifestyle choices, teamwork, and a positive attitude toward lifelong fitness, while contributing to the school’s IB philosophy and commitment to nurturing the Spark of Genius in every child.
Department Head position is available to a suitable candidate. The ideal candidate for Department Head PHE is a highly qualified, experienced and enthusiastic leader capable of steering a diverse and incredibly rich department forward in a state of the art IB World School. The role requires an ability to successfully lead a team of professionals specializing in the PHE education as well as providing leadership and management in ensuring that the PHE program contributes to international educational goals and ensuring the safety of students at all times.
What You Will Do:
- Plan and deliver engaging, student-centred Physical and Health Education lessons aligned with the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework.
- Develop students’ physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills through a variety of physical activities and learning experiences.
- Create inclusive learning environments that encourage participation, teamwork, collaboration, and sportsmanship.
- Design and implement appropriate assessment strategies to monitor and support student progress in accordance with IB MYP assessment principles.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate students with diverse abilities, interests, and learning needs.
- Integrate inquiry-based learning and critical thinking into physical and health education.
- Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and contribute to the wider school community.
- Participate in school events, extracurricular activities, and other professional responsibilities as required.
What You Will Bring:
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Sports Science, Health Education, or a related field.
- Recognized teaching qualification or valid teaching license.
- Minimum 2 years of teaching experience in an accredited school setting.
- Strong knowledge of physical education, health, fitness, and student wellbeing.
- Excellent classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to create an engaging, inclusive, and safe learning environment.
- Passion for promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyles, and lifelong learning.
Preferred:
- Experience teaching within the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP).
- Familiarity with IB philosophy, inquiry-based learning, and MYP assessment practices.
- Familiarity with IB PHE curriculum frameworks, assessment criteria, and programme requirements.
- Experience coaching school sports teams or leading extracurricular athletic activities.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and collaborative practice.
Safeguarding
Dwight School Seoul is committed to child protection. All appointments are subject to background checks and appropriate references.
Dwight School Seoul follows safe recruitment practices which are aligned to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Dwight School Seoul holds ourselves to a high standard of effective recruiting practices with specific attention to child protection.
How to apply
Please submit your up-to-date resume and cover letter to our HR team at recruit@dwight.or.kr, or alternatively, complete the application form through our website. Candidates who best meet the qualifications will be invited for an interview