The posting
BBIS has an opening for a Primary School Teacher of Physical & Health Education (f/m/d) - maternity/parental leave replacement.
- Location: Kleinmachnow (Berlin region), Germany – Local residency required
- Contract Type: Full-time (30 teaching units / 40 hours per week)
- Start Date: 04.01.2027
- Limited initially until 05.02.2027
- Vacation & Workload: Up to 180 teaching days and a total of 187 work days per school year (see our school holiday calendar for details)
- Salary Range: €56,325 – €63,262 gross/year (based on experience/classification) plus annual CPI-based adjustments and potential responsibility stipends
- On-site Work: On-site teaching with designated preparation time
- Application Deadline: Rolling applications; early submission encouraged
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About this role
We are looking for a reliable and professional Primary School Teacher of Physical & Health Education to support our Primary School.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES
- Plan and teach engaging, developmentally appropriate Physical Education (PE) lessons for students from Early Education (EE) to Grade 5.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for PE and use current research and effective teaching practices to develop students’ physical skills, confidence and enjoyment of physical activity.
- Promote student wellbeing by helping students build resilience, cooperation, self-awareness and positive relationships through physical activity.
- Uphold the school’s Mission and Guiding Statements, placing student learning and wellbeing at the centre of planning and decision-making.
- Differentiate teaching, learning experiences and assessment to meet students’ diverse abilities, needs and interests, ensuring meaningful participation and appropriate challenge for all.
- Use a range of instructional approaches and assessment strategies to monitor progress, provide constructive feedback and inform next steps in learning.
- Plan collaboratively with colleagues to develop a coherent PE programme and make meaningful connections across subjects.
- Actively involve students in their learning through choice, goal-setting, reflection and opportunities to take increasing responsibility for their progress.
- Develop students’ creative and critical thinking through movement, problem-solving, teamwork and decision-making.
- Establish a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment grounded in respectful relationships, clear expectations and shared agreements.
- Maintain safe practices in physical activity, including the appropriate use of equipment, facilities and learning spaces.
- Value the cultural diversity of the school community and incorporate varied perspectives, games and movement traditions into the programme.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and families to support student learning, participation and wellbeing.
- Contribute to school events, sporting activities and wider initiatives that encourage an active and connected school community.
YOUR QUALIFICATION
What you bring to the role:
- Teaching certification, preferably with a master's degree in a related field
- Experience in international schools with excellent references indicating a passion for teaching
- Outstanding communication skills (both written and spoken)
Your approach and mindset:
- Innovative, connected, creative, collaborative, flexible and proactive professional with a passion for your subject.
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to accommodate students' varying abilities and interests, ensuring all learners are engaged and supported.
- Ability to incorporate varied instructional models and assessment methods to optimise student learning.
- Team player who is resilient and a risk taker with a positive growth mindset.
- Demonstrate the IB learner profile attributes and embrace the school's Mission and Guiding Statements.
- Motivated to help students become creative and critical thinkers who are actively engaged in their own learning.
- Create a safe, secure and stimulating environment based on understanding, respect and shared agreements in accordance with BBIS's Child Safeguarding Policy.
- Value and make productive use of the diversity of cultures and perspectives that exist in the school community.
- Confident to seek support when uncertain or challenged.
OUR OFFER
Grow with us in a diverse, supportive team:
- Structured onboarding and peer mentoring for new hires
- Funded IB workshops, annual professional development budget
- Clear path to lead teacher, Head of Department, or IB Coordinator roles
- A diverse faculty of international colleagues from various countries
- Regular team-building events, staff socials, and open feedback culture
- Inclusive ethos: explicit commitment to diversity, equity, anti-racism, and safeguarding
- You will empower students and colleagues, aligned with BBIS values of inclusion, innovation, and global citizenship.



