Teacher QAIE Elem

Position Overview

My Academy is seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated Elementary Quran & Islamic Education Teacher to join our faculty. The ideal candidate has a deep love for teaching young children, a strong command of Tajweed rules, and the ability to make Islamic history, values, and practices come alive for elementary‑aged students (Grades K‑5).

This role requires someone who can create a joyful, patient, and welcoming classroom environment where love for Allah (SWT) and the Prophet (PBUH) is cultivated daily within the My Academy community.

• Quranic Instruction: Teach foundational Arabic reading (e.g., Qaida Noorania) and progressive Quranic memorization (Hifz) with correct pronunciation and Tajweed rules tailored to young learners.
• Islamic Studies Curriculum: Deliver engaging lessons on Islamic manners (Akhlaq), daily supplications (Duas), basic jurisprudence (Fiqh/Prayer), and stories of the Prophets (Seerah) using age‑appropriate storytelling and activities.
• Classroom Culture: Maintain a nurturing, positive, and structured classroom culture that reflects My Academy's values of kindness, respect, and active participation.
• Differentiated Learning: Adapt teaching methods to accommodate varying levels of Arabic and Quranic proficiency among students.
• Assessment & Progress Tracking: Regularly assess student memorization and understanding, keeping detailed logs of their progress and providing encouraging feedback.
• Parent Communication: Work collaboratively with My Academy families, providing regular updates on student progress and offering guidance on how parents can support learning at home.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies, Arabic, Education, or a related field (or equivalent traditional Islamic seminary/Ijazah qualification).
• Quranic Proficiency: Excellent recitation of the Holy Quran with strict adherence to the rules of Tajweed. An Ijazah in memorization/recitation is highly preferred.
• Experience: Proven experience teaching elementary‑aged children (Grades K‑5) in a school, weekend school, or structured educational setting.
• Skills:
• Deep understanding of child development and a high level of patience and empathy.
• Ability to use creative teaching aids (e.g., Islamic songs/Nasheeds, arts and crafts, interactive digital boards).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English (fluency in Arabic is a strong asset).