The Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKES, Kenya) operates five schools in Kenya and provides nursery to senior secondary education in both national and international curricula. It is part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of private development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people of all faiths and origins in specific regions of the developing world.
The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi (AKA, Nairobi) is an IB continuum school in Kenya authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum (IB) from Early Years through the Primary Years Programme (PYP), the Middle Years Programme (MYP), and the Diploma Programme (DP). With over 1000 students, AKA, Nairobi is a multi-cultural school with a variety of nationalities represented in our student and teaching faculty.
The Aga Khan Academy, Nairobi – Senior School has an opening for the position of: Physical Health and Education Teacher.
Role Summary
The Physical Health and Education Teacher will play a vital role in delivering engaging, inclusive, IB-aligned learning experiences that promote physical literacy, teamwork and lifelong healthy habits. The role involves designing student-centred, inquiry-based lessons, assessing progress holistically and providing meaningful feedback and support. There is also a clear opportunity for professional growth, with the potential to progress into a Head of Department role. Beyond the classroom, the teacher contributes to sports fixtures, coaching and whole-school initiatives, upholding professionalism and the Academy’s educational mission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging and inclusive Physical Health and Education lessons aligned with the IB curriculum.
- Support students in developing physical literacy, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement inquiry-based, student-centered learning experiences.
- Use diverse teaching strategies to support varying learning styles and abilities, ensuring inclusive practice.
- Integrate health education concepts that foster lifelong wellness and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Assess student performance based on skill development, participation, and personal progress, providing timely and constructive feedback.
- Maintain accurate student records, tracking learning outcomes and growth.
- Provide additional support to students requiring guidance in physical education or health literacy.
- Actively participate in Saturday and midweek fixtures, coaching and supporting students during sports competitions beyond regular school hours.
- Provide lesson cover within the department during planned staff absences or emergencies.
- Show flexibility in coaching teams beyond the usual scope as required.
- Attend sporting residential events, including overnight stays, to supervise and support students.
- Attend regular departmental meetings and contribute to curriculum planning and improvement initiatives.
- Maintain a professional manner at all times and actively support the aims of the Academy.
- Contribute to whole-school events and initiatives, promoting a collaborative school community.
The requirements
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education (Sports and Physical Education).
- 5 years of working experience in an international school.
- Previous experience as a Head of Department or in a leadership role within Physical Education is preferred.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a multicultural collaborative team and environment.
- Teachers Service Commission (TSC) registration certificate.
- Certificate of good conduct.
For more details on the position and the application process, please visit www.akdn.org/careers.
The closing date is February 08, 2026.
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Sector
Social Development
About the Agency
The Aga Khan Education Services (AKES) is one of the largest private, not-for-profit, non-denominational educational networks in the Global South. AKES currently operates over 190 pre-primary, primary, secondary and higher secondary schools and more than 100 non-formal education programmes in diverse geographic locations in Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Uganda and the United Arab Emirates. Most schools offer their respective country’s national curricula, with some schools in East Africa and Bangladesh also offering the International Baccalaureate (IB) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE). AKES employs over 6,500 teachers and staff and educates over 104,700 students. More information…
Region
Eastern Africa
Location
Kenya
Salary
Salary and package to attract the best candidate
Job Expires
08-Feb-2026
