Certified Teacher

Manitoba Islamic Association established a Winnipeg-based Full-time Islamic school (MIA School), that started in September 2023. The school’s mission is to provide a safe space for students to learn and grow as proud Muslim Canadian citizens.

MIA School is searching for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who can deliver engaging lessons that inspire students to develop a love for learning.

K to Grade 7 Teacher

A suitable candidate will demonstrate unit and lesson planning, effective classroom management skills, and teaching the core subject areas using the Manitoba curriculum. Ascribing to the Muslim faith is not a requirement, however, knowledge of Islam and Islamic traditions is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid teaching license (from a Canadian province) or is in process of obtaining one
• Knowledge of MB elementary curriculum (preferred)
• Relevant experience in elementary classrooms (an asset)
• Respects the Islamic faith and culture
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• English fluency – verbal and written

General Responsibilities

• Designs unit plans and daily lesson plans in accordance with the MB curriculum requirements
• Employs a variety of instructional methods that reflect the diversity of students’ learning styles
• Uses several strategies to differentiate their teaching to meet the diverse learning needs of their students
• Takes a proactive approach to classroom discipline and understands how to constructively resolve student conflict, disruptions or misbehavior

Upon the initial interview and subsequent review of the candidate’s skills and accomplishments, the following documents will be required to complete the application process:

• Valid Teaching Certificate from a Canadian Province OR Valid MB Teacher Certificate/proof if in process
• Recent Criminal Record Check
• Child Abuse Registry Check
• References

Job Type: Full-time

Contract:

School Year ending on June 30th

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

Start Date:

September 8th, 2026

Students and staff at Mia School acknowledge that our school is located on Treaty One Land. The traditional lands of the Anishinaabe, Ininiwak, Anishininewuk, Dene and Dakota Oyate peoples, and on the homeland of the Metis Nation.

We respect the treaties that were made on these territories. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we are committed to working in partnership with the Indigenous communities.

As a Muslim school community, we believe the land and its resources are an Amanah from Allah. We recognize and respect the Indigenous peoples who have cared for this land for generations, and we are committed to caring for the land with respect, justice and mercy.