About the role
We are hiring an Islamic Studies teacher who understands what it means for a child to grow up Muslim in the West. These children are navigating two worlds. They need a teacher who can make Islam feel like a source of strength and identity — not pressure or confusion.
If you can bring the Seerah to life, handle a tough question from a curious 10-year-old with warmth instead of defensiveness, and teach a child why we pray rather than just that we must, this role is for you.
What you will actually do
- Teach live sessions using storytelling, animations, and discussion-based learning
- For younger students (5–8): connect Hadiths about kindness to real daily habits using play-based learning and interactive animations
- For older students (9–12): use reflection, guided discussions, and project-based learning to build a confident, grounded Muslim identity
- Welcome children's questions with intellectual humility — validate their curiosity, never shame it
- Focus on Tarbiyah (character building) over rote memorisation
Age range
Ages 5–12, delivered live online via our platform.
Requirements
1. Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (BA) in Sharia, Usul al-Din, Dawah, or Islamic Studies from a recognised mainstream institution (e.g. Al-Azhar University, University of Jordan, Islamic University of Madinah)
- Comprehensive knowledge of Aqeedah (the 6 Pillars of Iman, explained without dense philosophical debates), Fiqh (Taharah and Salah), and Seerah & Hadith
- Balanced, moderate approach — adherence to mainstream Islamic theology, avoiding extreme or fringe ideological views
2. Language & Cultural Intelligence
- High English fluency (mandatory) — Islamic Studies requires deep conceptual discussion; the teacher must be highly articulate in English
- Ability to distinguish universal Islamic rulings from Arab cultural traditions — must not present local customs as mandatory religious obligations to Western children
- Contextual awareness of the unique experience of Muslim minority children in Western countries
3. Pedagogical Skills
- Exceptional storytelling skills to bring Qisas al-Anbiya and the Sahaba to life with warmth and vocal expression
- Gentle approach that welcomes a child's natural curiosity and sensitive questions
- Age-specific adaptation: play-based methods for ages 5–8; reflection and project-based learning for ages 9–12