Physical Education/Substitution Teacher - Maternity Leave coverage

Pinewood American International School, a Great Place To Work certified, is seeking to appoint a Physical Education/Substitution Teacher for a Maternity Leave. If you are looking for the next step in your career as a Physical Education/Substitution Teacher , this may be your chance to join our team.

Pinewood American International School is a diverse, student-centered international school offering an American high school diploma through implementation of AERO standards, the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Rooted in American educational traditions and enriched by international perspectives, Pinewood is a diverse international community of students and educators from more than 50 countries, united by a shared commitment to creativity, empathy, and intellectual curiosity.

Overview of the Position

Pinewood seeks a dynamic Physical Education Teacher to start a maternity leave coverage in February, 2027. We are looking for a teacher to teach our Elementary students who exhibits care and understanding of children and their physical / social-emotional needs and development. The ideal candidate will implement child-centered approaches to teaching and learning and work cooperatively with students, parents, and colleagues to create and support an inclusive, individualized learning environment.

Scope of the Position

The PE teacher reports directly to the Principal and works closely with colleagues, students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Embrace the mission, vision and philosophy of the school

• Develop a careful and creative program suitable for preschool children and aligned with the PYP framework

• Teach daily lessons in a developmentally appropriate manner

• Implement approved standards in course design and delivery

• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, etc.) to teach preschool children
• Collaborate with teachers to connect PE to units taught in the classroom
• Supervise students in the classroom and during recess/lunch/school activities to ensure safety and good order

• Monitor student development and progress

• Make time during the school day for student and/or parent conferences

• Chaperone special school activities on a rotational basis

• Participate in professional development activities throughout the year

• Participate in evening sessions for parent/teacher conferences

• Participate in the faculty appraisal system as designated by the Head of School and Principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Education

• Epetirida status

• Native or near speaker of English

• Interest, initiative and drive to develop modern approaches to curriculum, teaching, and learning at the preschool / early elementary levels

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team

• Experience working with students whose first language is not English and/or in an international school environment will be considered a strong advantage

Application Review & Selection Process

All applicants will receive notification regarding the outcome of their application, even if they are not selected to proceed to the next stage of the process.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Human Resources Office to schedule the 1st interview appointment. Candidates who progress further in the selection process should expect to participate in more than one interview and assessment appointment, as part of a structured and staged evaluation process.

How to Apply

We invite experienced, qualified candidates to send a cover letter and detailed resume through our website.

Disclaimer

Pinewood – The American International School of Thessaloniki is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity in our workplace that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability or sexual orientation.