Job Description
ARK Academy, a non-profit STEAM-integrated Islamic school launching in Irvine, California for Fall 2026, seeks a Quran and Arabic Teacher for elementary students (Kindergarten through Grade 5) for the 2026–2027 academic year.
**Role Overview:**
Deliver high-quality Quran recitation and Quranic Arabic instruction to elementary-age students, emphasizing proper pronunciation, comprehension, and memorization.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Teach Tajwid (recitation rules) and Makharij (correct articulation points) with continuous correction and guided practice
- Prioritize Hifz (memorization) and recitation development across all grade levels
- Introduce age-appropriate Quranic Arabic comprehension to upper elementary students
- Create and maintain a character-centered classroom culture aligned with Islamic values
- Assess student mastery of recitation and Arabic vocabulary; track progress systematically
- Maintain organized student records and use learning data to refine instruction
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and individual needs
- Collaborate with school staff on targeted support for individual students
- Attend professional development sessions, faculty meetings, and school events
**Required Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's degree (overseas degrees require third-party evaluation)
- Strong knowledge of Tajwid rules and Makharij
- Solid proficiency in Arabic morphology (sarf) and syntax (nahw)
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organizational and analytical abilities
- Compassion and commitment to serving as a positive role model
- Openness to feedback and inclusive classroom practices
- California DOJ fingerprint clearance
- Health screening with proof of TB clearance
- Proof of U.S. work eligibility
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- Degree in Arabic, Quran, or Islamic Studies
- Prior classroom teaching experience in Arabic and Quran
- Skill in melodious Quranic recitation
- Hifdh certificate or demonstrated ability to recite portions of the Quran from memory
- California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
- Experience managing larger classes
**What's Offered:**
- Salary: $30,000–$40,000 annually
- Professional development and training support
- Flexible scheduling: part-time position (full-time also considered)
**Application Process:**
Submit resume, cover letter, and contact information for two professional references via the ARK Academy CareerPlug portal.