Islamic Studies Coordinator - Academic Leadership

Gems Education UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 133,920 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

Wesgreen International School - Sharjah, part of the GEMS Education network, is seeking an Islamic Studies Coordinator to lead the delivery and development of Islamic A and B across the secondary phase. The role combines classroom expertise with curriculum coordination, teacher support and departmental leadership to raise student achievement.

The ideal candidate will have a BA in Islamic Studies, teacher certification, native Arabic, and at least 3 years in secondary teaching with leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies or equivalent degree.
• Qualified teacher certification required.
• Native Arabic speaker.
• Minimum 3 years of secondary teaching experience.
• Leadership and management experience in an academic department.
• Strong knowledge of Islamic A and Islamic B curriculum delivery.
• Very good written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate delivery of Islamic A and Islamic B across the secondary phase.
• Establish departmental priorities aligned with curriculum requirements.
• Support teachers in planning engaging, structured Islamic Studies lessons.
• Promote consistent teaching standards across classes and year groups.
• Review schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments and teaching resources.
• Monitor student attainment, progress and participation across the department.
• Coach team members and coordinate curriculum reviews.
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress and departmental matters.

Skills

Islamic A curriculum

Islamic B curriculum

Department leadership

Curriculum planning

Teacher coaching

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies

Qualified teacher certification

Job description

Islamic Studies Coordinator - Academic Leadership

Job Snapshot Role: Islamic Studies Coordinator - Academic Leadership Location: Sharjah, UAE Industry: Education Management Function: Education / Teaching / Training Experience: Minimum 3 years of secondary teaching experience with leadership and management responsibility Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: UAE

City: Sharjah

Industry: Education Management

Function: Education / Teaching / Training

Salary: 12000-18000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Islamic Studies Coordinator - Academic Leadership will guide the delivery and development of Islamic A and Islamic B across the secondary phase. The role combines classroom expertise with curriculum coordination, teacher support, progress monitoring and departmental leadership to improve student achievement and maintain consistent academic standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the delivery of Islamic A and Islamic B across the secondary phase.
• Establish clear departmental priorities aligned with school expectations and curriculum requirements.
• Support teachers in planning engaging, structured and age-appropriate Islamic Studies lessons.
• Promote consistent teaching standards across classes and year groups.
• Review schemes of work, lesson plans, assessments and teaching resources.
• Ensure curriculum content reflects approved Islamic Studies requirements.
• Monitor student attainment, progress and participation across the department.
• Analyse assessment evidence to identify learning gaps and improvement priorities.
• Guide teachers in adapting instruction for students with different abilities and learning needs.
• Support the development of effective assessment, feedback and intervention practices.
• Share strong teaching methods and model exemplary classroom practice.
• Coach team members and encourage continuous professional development.
• Coordinate departmental meetings, planning sessions and curriculum reviews.
• Maintain accurate records of curriculum coverage, assessment outcomes and departmental actions.
• Promote creative teaching approaches inside and outside the classroom.
• Encourage the effective use of information technology and digital learning resources.
• Build positive relationships with students and support their academic and personal development.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding student progress and departmental matters.
• Work closely with school leaders and other academic departments.
• Contribute to teacher performance reviews and departmental improvement planning.
• Support recruitment, induction and mentoring activities when required.
• Promote Islamic values, cultural awareness and respectful behaviour throughout the school.
• Contribute to assemblies, religious events, extracurricular programmes and wider school life.
• Ensure departmental practice follows school policies, safeguarding procedures and professional standards.
• Promote compliance with Ministry of Education expectations and relevant licensing requirements.
• Undertake additional teaching, leadership and organisational duties assigned by school management.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor of Arts in Islamic Studies or an equivalent recognised degree.
• Qualified teacher certification.
• Native Arabic speaker.
• Minimum 3 years of experience teaching at secondary level.
• Effective leadership and management experience within an academic department.
• Strong knowledge of Islamic A and Islamic B curriculum delivery.
• Very good written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning.
• Ability to guide teachers and establish consistent departmental standards.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement capabilities.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to teaching and curriculum development.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.
• Ability to build productive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
• Strong information technology and educational technology skills.
• Organised approach to planning, assessment, documentation and reporting.
• Commitment to continuous professional improvement.
• MOE TLS licence is preferred but not essential.
• Candidates holding a valid sponsor visa are preferred.

Skills Set

• Islamic Studies leadership
• Islamic A curriculum
• Islamic B curriculum
• Secondary education
• Department coordination
• Curriculum planning
• Instructional leadership
• Teacher coaching
• Lesson planning
• Student assessment
• Progress monitoring
• Academic intervention
• Classroom management
• Differentiated instruction
• Teaching quality assurance
• Departmental improvement
• Educational technology
• Digital learning resources
• Parent communication
• Academic reporting
• Staff development
• Performance management
• Ministry of Education compliance
• MOE TLS requirements
• Cultural awareness
• Student safeguarding
• Extracurricular programmes
• Team leadership
• Stakeholder communication

Why Join Us

This role provides the opportunity to combine teaching expertise with academic leadership in Sharjah 's established Education Management sector. The successful coordinator will influence curriculum quality, support teacher development and strengthen student outcomes across Islamic A and Islamic B while contributing to the wider academic and cultural life of the school.

About the Company

Wesgreen International School - Sharjah is part of the GEMS Education network and serves a diverse student community through structured academic programmes and modern learning resources. The school supports professional development, collaborative teaching and high standards of student achievement across its curriculum.