Job Title: Head of Department (HOD) Sports and Physical Education
Location: Good Shepherd International School Ooty Tamil Nadu
Gender: Male & Female
Good Shepherd International School (GSIS) is a premier educational institution known for its holistic approach to education. We offer an exceptional environment for students to engage in academic excellence and diverse extracurricular activities including a comprehensive sports program aligned with international curricula.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Department (HOD) Sports and Physical Education to lead our sports department. The ideal candidate will have expertise in international curricula (IB IGCSE ICSE) and a strong background in managing multiple sports disciplines. The HOD will play a crucial role in promoting a culture of excellence in sports and physical education enhancing student performance and driving engagement across a variety of sports activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Department Management:
- Lead the Sports and Physical Education department overseeing curriculum implementation and promoting high standards in sports training and physical education.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance the sports curriculum integrating international standards and best practices.
- Mentor and guide sports coaches and PE instructors ensuring continuous professional development and performance excellence.
Sports Program Development:
- Manage and enhance a wide range of sports activities including swimming golf squash badminton shooting sports wall climbing basketball cricket and equestrian sports.
- Design training programs tailored to individual and team needs focusing on skill development physical fitness and overall sportsmanship.
- Collaborate with the school administration to ensure the provision of necessary facilities equipment and resources for all sports activities.
Performance Analysis and Monitoring:
- Analyze students performance track progress and design targeted interventions to improve skills and competencies.
- Maintain detailed records of student training graphs performance metrics and competition results.
- Provide regular feedback to students coaches and parents ensuring transparent communication and consistent improvement.
Event Management and Competitions:
- Organize and oversee sports events tournaments and interschool competitions promoting student participation and engagement.
- Coordinate with external bodies and sports associations for competitive events ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Develop and implement initiatives to showcase student talents and enhance the schools sports profile.
Strategic Planning and Reporting:
- Formulate shortterm and longterm plans for the sports department aligning with the overall goals of the school.
- Prepare detailed reports on student performance training outcomes and departmental activities for the school leadership.
- Utilize datadriven insights to refine training programs and improve student athletic performance.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Masters degree in Physical Education Sports Science or a related field.
- Minimum of 810 years of experience in sports management and physical education with at least 35 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in handling multiple sports activities and working with international curricula (IB IGCSE ICSE).
- Strong knowledge of sports training methodologies fitness assessments and performance enhancement techniques.
- Demonstrated success in organizing sports events and competitions at the school or interschool level.
Skills and Competencies:
- Exceptional leadership organizational and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Datadriven approach with strong analytical skills to assess performance metrics.
- Passionate about sports and physical education with a commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive sports culture.
- Ability to work collaboratively with coaches instructors students and the school administration.
Why Join Us
At Good Shepherd International School we believe in nurturing talent and promoting holistic development. As the HOD of Sports and PE you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our sports program inspire young athletes and contribute to our vision of excellence in education.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send their resume and a cover letter detailing their experience and vision for the role to
Good Shepherd International School is an equalopportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits
Family accommodationMedica insurancePFCafeteria services for the employee
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