Value and Character Education Specialist - Islamic Studies

LEAMS Education; Dubai; On-site; AED 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

LEAMS Education in Dubai seeks a Value and Character Education Specialist - Islamic Studies to strengthen values-based learning, Islamic character development, Quranic education, and student moral growth across the school community.

The role combines curriculum integration, workshop delivery, Quranic recitation and Tajweed development, student assessment, parent engagement, and collaboration with teachers to embed faith, integrity, empathy, responsibility, and cultural awareness.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Islamic Education (required).
• Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in Dubai.
• Strong knowledge of Islamic values, Quranic education, Tajweed.
• Ability to design workshops and learning sessions for diverse ages and abilities.
• Excellent communication with teachers, parents, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Design a structured values and character education program aligned with the school's philosophy.
• Develop age-appropriate learning experiences centered on Islamic values.
• Plan workshops promoting integrity, empathy, responsibility, leadership, and respect.
• Monitor Quranic recitation and Tajweed development.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate Islamic teachings into the wider curriculum.
• Engage parents and the community to strengthen character development.

Skills

Islamic Education

Islamic Studies

Value education

Character education

Quranic education

Quran recitation

Tajweed

Islamic values

Ethical decision-making

Student leadership

Empathy development

Cultural heritage

Education

Master's degree in Islamic Education

Job description

Value and Character Education Specialist - Islamic Studies Job Snapshot Role: Value and Character Education Specialist - Islamic Studies Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Education Management Function: Education Experience: Minimum 5 years of teaching experience in Dubai Job Type: Full-time Position Overview The Value and Character Education Specialist - Islamic Studies opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates within the Education Management industry is seeking an experienced educator to strengthen values-based learning, Islamic character development, Quranic education, and student moral growth across the school community. The role combines curriculum integration, workshop delivery, Quranic recitation and Tajweed development, student assessment, parent engagement, and collaboration with teachers to ensure faith, integrity, empathy, responsibility, and cultural awareness are meaningfully embedded within school life.

Job DetailsCountry: United Arab EmiratesCity: DubaiIndustry: Education ManagementFunction: EducationSalary: 10000-16000Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.Gender: AnyCandidate Nationality: AnyJob Type: Full-time

The Value and Character Education Specialist will support the school 's commitment to developing students academically, morally, socially, and spiritually through programs grounded in Islamic values and cultural heritage. The role requires an educator who can translate principles such as faith, integrity, compassion, respect, responsibility, empathy, and ethical decision-making into structured learning experiences that are relevant to students of different ages and abilities. A significant part of the position focuses on Quranic education. The specialist will help monitor students ' progress in recitation, memorization, understanding, and the correct application of Tajweed rules while working with teachers to integrate appropriate Islamic teachings into the wider educational experience. The successful candidate will also help build a positive school culture by engaging teachers, parents, and the broader community in initiatives that reinforce character development and cultural awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Design a structured values and character education program aligned with the school 's educational philosophy.
• Develop age-appropriate learning experiences centered on Islamic values and ethical behavior.
• Plan workshops that promote integrity, empathy, responsibility, leadership, and respect.
• Create student activities that encourage reflection and ethical decision-making.
• Develop initiatives that connect Islamic teachings with everyday behavior and personal responsibility.
• Promote understanding of faith-based principles through practical school experiences.
• Ensure values education is meaningful for students across different age groups.
• Adapt activities to suit different learning abilities and developmental stages.
• Work with teachers to integrate Islamic values into wider curriculum areas.
• Provide guidance on age-appropriate incorporation of Islamic teachings into classroom learning.
• Collaborate with academic teams on interdisciplinary values-based activities.
• Develop resources that teachers can use to reinforce character education.
• Support teachers in connecting subject learning with ethical and cultural themes where appropriate.
• Encourage consistency in the way values are modeled and reinforced across the school.
• Champion school-wide initiatives focused on faith, integrity, compassion, and responsibility.
• Help create a positive school culture rooted in respect and strong moral conduct.
• Promote student leadership opportunities connected to service, responsibility, and ethical behavior.
• Encourage students to demonstrate respect for Islamic traditions and cultural heritage.
• Support initiatives that develop students as responsible members of the local and global community.
• Design assemblies, campaigns, or awareness activities related to character development.
• Coordinate special programs linked to Islamic values and cultural understanding.
• Support Quranic education programs across relevant year groups.
• Monitor students ' Quranic recitation development.
• Evaluate students ' application of Tajweed rules.
• Support accurate pronunciation and appropriate recitation practices.
• Track student progress in Quran memorization.
• Monitor students ' understanding of selected Quranic teachings.
• Identify students who require additional support in recitation or Tajweed.
• Recommend targeted interventions for students requiring further development.
• Maintain appropriate records of Quranic learning progress.
• Provide constructive feedback to students on recitation and memorization.
• Encourage confidence and consistency in Quranic learning.
• Work with Islamic Studies teachers and other relevant staff to strengthen Quranic education.
• Develop workshops and learning sessions for students on Islamic character and personal conduct.
• Create interactive activities that make values education engaging and relevant.
• Facilitate discussions on empathy, leadership, responsibility, and ethical choices.
• Encourage students to reflect on the consequences of personal decisions.
• Support the development of respectful communication and positive relationships.
• Promote compassion and consideration within the school community.
• Encourage students to demonstrate accountability for their actions.
• Support conflict resolution approaches grounded in respect and fairness.
• Assess the effectiveness of values-based programs.
• Establish methods for measuring student participation and program impact.
• Collect feedback from students, teachers, and other stakeholders.
• Analyze outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare reports on program effectiveness for school leadership.
• Recommend enhancements to increase the impact of character education.
• Review values-based initiatives regularly to ensure continued relevance.
• Use evidence and feedback to refine future workshops and activities.
• Support the school 's continuous improvement approach to Islamic and character education.
• Engage parents in Islamic character-building initiatives.
• Develop communication that helps families understand the objectives of values education programs.
• Encourage parental participation in appropriate school activities.
• Organize awareness sessions or events for parents where required.
• Build stronger home-school connections around character development.
• Support families in reinforcing positive values beyond the classroom.
• Engage the broader school community in cultural and faith-based initiatives.
• Develop activities that enhance appreciation of Islamic heritage.
• Promote cultural awareness and respect throughout the school community.
• Collaborate with school leadership on strategic initiatives related to values education.
• Work closely with teachers, coordinators, and pastoral teams.
• Contribute to school improvement plans where character education is relevant.
• Participate in professional meetings relating to student development.
• Share expertise and practical guidance with colleagues.
• Support professional development activities related to Islamic values and character education.
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrate the values and behaviors expected from students.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling student information.
• Follow school safeguarding and child protection requirements.
• Support student wellbeing alongside spiritual and moral development.
• Stay informed about developments in Islamic education and values-based learning.
• Reflect on current programs and introduce appropriate improvements.
• Contribute positively to the wider educational mission of the school.

Ideal Profile

Ideal Profile Candidates should hold a Master 's degree in Islamic Education or a closely related field. Applicants should have at least five years of teaching experience in Dubai. Strong knowledge of Islamic values, Quranic education, Tajweed, and character development is essential. The successful candidate should be capable of designing and delivering structured workshops, activities, and learning sessions for students of different ages and abilities. Experience monitoring Quranic recitation, memorization, and application of Tajweed rules is highly important. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with classroom teachers and integrate Islamic teachings appropriately into broader curriculum experiences. Strong communication and presentation skills are required for working with students, teachers, leadership teams, parents, and the wider community. Applicants should be confident assessing program effectiveness and using feedback and evidence to improve future initiatives. The role suits a thoughtful, compassionate, organized, and culturally aware educator who demonstrates integrity and can serve as a positive role model for students. Candidates should also demonstrate a strong commitment to student wellbeing, inclusion, professional conduct, and respectful community engagement.

Skills Set

• Islamic Education
• Islamic Studies
• Value education
• Character education
• Quranic education
• Quran recitation
• Quran memorization
• Tajweed
• Islamic values
• Islamic ethics
• Cultural heritage
• Moral education
• Ethical decision-making
• Student leadership
• Empathy development
• Character building
• Faith-based education
• Curriculum integration
• Curriculum development
• Workshop design
• Workshop facilitation
• Student activities
• Program development
• Program evaluation
• Student assessment
• Progress monitoring
• Quranic assessment
• Parent engagement
• Community engagement
• Cultural awareness
• Teacher collaboration
• Educational resources
• Pastoral support
• Student wellbeing
• Communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Reporting
• Continuous improvement
• Student safeguarding
• Child protection

Why Join Us

This opportunity gives an experienced Islamic educator the chance to influence student development beyond conventional classroom teaching by shaping school-wide values, character, Quranic learning, and cultural awareness programs. The role offers broad exposure to curriculum integration, student leadership development, parent engagement, professional collaboration, program evaluation, and whole-school improvement. It can also support future progression toward Islamic Studies leadership, pastoral leadership, curriculum coordination, student development, or wider education management responsibilities. LEAMS Education places strong emphasis on professional growth and continuous learning, providing educators with opportunities to contribute their expertise while developing innovative approaches to student formation and academic excellence.

About the Company

LEAMS Education operates British Curriculum and CBSE schools in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The group is committed to combining academic excellence with personal, moral, and cultural development while supporting students in becoming responsible and compassionate members of society. Its educational approach includes a strong focus on Islamic values, cultural heritage, Quranic education, professional learning, and the continuous development of both students and educators.