Hidaya Academy of Champaign-Urbana·Champaign, Illinois
The teacher is responsible for preparing and implementing a full educational teaching plan according to school requirements, helping students learn subject matter and skills to develop into responsible adults. Essential functions include demonstrating good knowledge of Tajweed rules, reading the Quran fluently applying these rules, and maintaining excellent pronunciation (makharij).
Arabic & Qur’anic Language Teacher (K–7) Position Overview We are seeking a passionate and mission-driven Arabic Teacher to join our school community, serving students from Kindergarten through 7th grade. This role is centered on teaching Arabic as a means to understand and connect with the Qur’an, rather than as a standalone language subject. The ideal candidate is fluent in both Arabic and English, has a strong command of Arabic grammar, and is able to make the language meaningful, engaging, and spiritually enriching for students of all levels. This teacher will nurture students’ love for the Arabic language by helping them see it as the key to understanding the words of Allah, building both linguistic skills and a deeper connection to the Qur’an.
Key Responsibilities Teach Arabic with a clear focus on serving Qur’anic understanding, including vocabulary, structure, and meaning Help students connect Arabic words and grammar to their usage in the Qur’an in an age-appropriate way Demonstrate strong knowledge of intermediate Arabic grammar, vocabulary, and language structure Explain meanings of Arabic words clearly, especially as they relate to Qur’anic context and comprehension Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of mixed-level learners, including beginners and advanced students within the same classroom Design and implement creative and engaging lessons that incorporate storytelling, visuals, games, arts, and hands-on activities Make Arabic a loved and meaningful subject, avoiding rote memorization without understanding Foster a classroom environment where students feel confident, motivated, and spiritually connected Assess student progress in both language acquisition and Qur’anic comprehension Collaborate with colleagues to align Arabic instruction with Islamic Studies and Qur’an programs Communicate effectively with parents regarding student growth and progress
Fluency in Arabic and English (spoken and written) Strong understanding of Arabic grammar at an intermediate level or higher Ability to connect Arabic instruction directly to Qur’anic understanding and vocabulary Ability to explain concepts in a clear, engaging, and student-friendly way Experience working with children (elementary and/or middle school preferred) Strong classroom management and organizational skills Ability to differentiate instruction for a wide range of learning levels Creative, energetic, and passionate about teaching
Background in Arabic, Islamic Studies, Education, or related field Experience teaching in an Islamic school environment Familiarity with Qur’anic vocabulary teaching methods or tafsir-based approaches for children
Key Attributes Strong belief in teaching Arabic as a tool to understand the Qur’an Creative and innovative in lesson planning Patient, nurturing, and student-centered Passionate about building both language skills and spiritual connection Able to inspire a love for the Qur’an through the Arabic language Strong communicator and team player
Eligible to work in the United States Part-Time (hours to be determined based on skill set, ~5-12 hours/week) Potential to combine as another speciality teacher
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.
Reports to: Administrator of the Islamic School.
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Date: July 2026 an equal opportunity employer
Candidates must have previous teaching experience and excellent conceptual knowledge of Tajweed rules, including the ability to read the Quran fluently applying these rules with mastery of pronunciation. A good level of English is required, while experience in teaching Tilawa and having an Ijaza are preferred.
Market context
Illinois classroom teacher roles are typically in steady demand, especially in districts seeking candidates who can support diverse student needs and communicate clearly with families and staff. This type of role is competitive because employers often look for classroom experience plus related backgrounds such as sociology, psychology, counseling, or education, and bilingual skills in English, Spanish, or Portuguese can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your resume to highlight public speaking experience and weekend availability if you have it.
