We are seeking an Islamic Studies Teacher to deliver Islamic Studies across a wide age range (approximately ages 3–16) in a small, diverse, and multilingual school community. This role requires a high level of flexibility, differentiation, and curriculum planning, as classes are multigrade and include both Arabic and non Arabic speakers within the same group
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the development of Islamic Studies in a new international school context, ensuring alignment with the Saudi national curriculum while working within the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy
Key Responsibilities
Teach Islamic Studies to students from Early Years through Secondary in multigrade classes, with separate planning to meet ageappropriate objectives.
Deliver lessons effectively to both native and nonnative Arabic speakers, managing different levels of Arabic and English proficiency within the same class.
Plan and assess learning to meet the requirements of the Saudi national curriculum, while aligning with the school’s IB framework and learnercentred approach.
Use Arabic and English as appropriate to ensure access, understanding, and inclusion for all students.
Take a leading role in the organisation and delivery of Islamic traditions, events, celebrations, and customs, supporting the wider school community.
Contribute flexibly to other school needs as they evolve in a startup environment.
Requirements
Degree in Islamic Studies (mandatory).
Nativelevel Arabic with a high level of English; ability to teach bilingually is essential.
Comfortable teaching students from ages 3 to 16
Proven ability (or strong potential) to differentiate effectively for mixedage and mixedlanguage classes.
Willingness and confidence to work in a new, evolving school, with changing student numbers and structures.
Saudi nationality strongly preferred
Ability to also teach Arabic language is highly valued and will provide additional flexibility.
Personal Profile
This role will suit a teacher who is:
Adaptable and resilient
Culturally sensitive and communityminded
Comfortable creating systems, curriculum, and resources from the ground up
A collaborative team player with initiative
Flexible in taking on additional responsibilities as the school grows
Why Join Us?
Small class sizes and the opportunity to work closely with students and families
A unique chance to shape Islamic Studies in a new international school
Strong professional support through the SEK Education Group network
Stateoftheart facilities in a premium, sustainabilityfocused coastal destination
The opportunity to make a lasting impact in a school that is growing with its community
Starting salary: 140.000 SAR / Year
Final salary is based on relevant qualifications and experience. Accommodation is also provided as an additional benefit and included for staff at no additional cost.
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