About this role
Train, inspire, and grow. Help design world-class sports education on a brand-new 50,000 m² Mediterranean campus.
• Ready to shape healthy futures in a progressive school?
• Can you deliver holistic Pre- Primary & Primary IB PSPE teaching tailored to poly systemic framework to young learners?
The Island Private School is a fast-growing, innovative international school in the thriving city of Limassol committed to excellence, inclusion, and holistic education
What makes us stand out?
🌐 Multicultural and internationally minded community
📈 Strong focus on professional growth and continuous development
💡 Innovative, forward-thinking learning environment
🤝 Collaborative and supportive teaching culture
📍 Vibrant location in Limassol, Cyprus
What will you do?
We are the Island Private School of Limassol in Cyprus are seeking a passionate competent and experienced PE Teacher to empower our future generation.
We are also in the process of building our new school campus on a beautiful 50,000 m2 site which is to be completed approximately by the end of 2027 and will include kindergarten, elementary and high school, an international boarding school, and accommodation for teachers.
This is a great opportunity to join a growing school on the cusp of a major growth and transformation in our story.
Work with state-of-the-art, amazing sports facilities designed for elite youth development.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of this role include teaching physical education to primary school students, primarily within the Pre- Primary & Primary IB PSPE programme creating a learning environment that supports individual potential, and effectively managing classes through approaches that inspire, motivate, and challenge students.
What we are looking for…
• Pre- Primary & Primary IB PSPE teaching experience
• You are passionate about working as part of a team. We collaborate with colleagues to design and deliver course content and actively share our expertise.
• You are enthusiastic about learning new things. As a poly-systemic school, we constantly seek relevant practices to enhance our work.
• You enjoy working with children and strive to make classes engaging for them.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education.
• Teaching Qualifications.
• Pre- Primary & Primary IB PSPE teaching experience
• Fluent English language.
• Cyprus regulations require applicants to have a university degree in Physical Education in order to have your Education Pedagogic recognised by KY.S.A.T.S. (The Cyprus Council of Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications)
Bonus Skills/Experience
• Montessori teaching experience is desirable but not mandatory
• Other languages like Russian, Ukrainian or Hebrew
• Private School Teaching experience
Safeguarding & GDPR
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background checks, including criminal record checks, reference verification and any other safer recruitment procedures required by the school and local regulations.
Working Conditions
There are 19 classes per week and the hours are 08.00-16.00
What we offer
• Modern, professional working environment
• Optional participation in a Group Medical Scheme
• Referral program with a 500 EUR bonus
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Career growth and self-development within a fast-growing poly-systemic school
How to apply
Click HERE to apply and share your cv and cover letter via our careers website.
Applications must include a brief statement (no longer than a page) describing the key features of your philosophy of physical education and approach to working with young people. Please indicate clearly in your application how your experience and expertise might align with the expectations we have highlighted.
We welcome applications from both experienced and novice teachers who are eager to grow and develop professionally
Our recruitment process:
• Hiring team panel interview (30 minutes).
• Trial lesson (60 minutes).
• Interview with Faculty Leader (30 minutes).
Join The Island School and help deliver a world-class IB education in a collaborative, international environment.
We uniquely offer:
✅ 4 Programs of IB curriculum
✅ (PYP/MYP/DP) Montessori, Waldorf & TFL
✅ Professional growth & training
✅ An inspiring global community