Hifz Instructor

Ilim College; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilim College is seeking a passionate Hifz Instructor to join our Dallas Secondary Campus on a full-time, fixed-term basis, commencing 27 January 2027 and concluding 14 December 2027. The successful candidate will deliver Qur'an memorisation (Hifz) lessons and support students in Tajweed and recitation.

Working in a supportive Islamic school, you will nurture students' connection with the Holy Qur'an while promoting discipline, consistency and a lifelong love of learning.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Holy Qur'an, including Tajweed rules and correct recitation.
• Experience teaching Hifz or Qur'an studies in a school setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured and engaging Hifz lessons to secondary school students.
• Guide students in Qur'an memorisation, revision and Tajweed-based recitation.
• Monitor progress and provide constructive feedback and individualised support.
• Establish a positive, respectful and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain accurate records of memorisation progress and achievements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to support student learning and wellbeing.
• Uphold the Islamic ethos and values of Ilim College.

Skills

Qur'an knowledge

Hifz teaching

Job description

Hifz Instructor – Dallas Secondary Campus

Location: Dallas Secondary Campus Commencement: 27 January 2027 Employment Type: Full-Time | Fixed-Term (until 14 December 2027)

About Ilim College

Since 1995, Ilim College has prided itself on fostering an environment for students to explore their potential for excellence and achievement while incorporating the tenets of Islam into their everyday learning experiences.

With over 2,900 students across five campuses, the continued success of the College can be attributed to a highly dedicated team of principals, teachers and staff, as well as the strong support of our parents and the wider community.

About the Role

Ilim College is seeking a passionate and dedicated Hifz Instructor to join our Dallas Secondary Campus on a full-time, fixed-term basis, commencing 27 January 2027 and concluding 14 December 2027.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering engaging and structured Qur'an memorisation (Hifz) lessons, supporting students in developing strong memorisation, recitation and Tajweed skills.

Working within a supportive Islamic school environment, the Hifz Instructor will play an important role in nurturing students' connection with the Holy Qur'an while encouraging discipline, consistency and a lifelong love of learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver structured and engaging Hifz lessons to secondary school students.
• Guide students in Qur'an memorisation, revision and accurate recitation in accordance with Tajweed rules.
• Monitor and assess student progress, providing constructive feedback and individualised support.
• Establish a positive, respectful and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain accurate records of student memorisation progress and achievements.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school leadership to support student learning and wellbeing.
• Promote and uphold the Islamic values and ethos of Ilim College.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of the Holy Qur'an, including Tajweed rules and correct recitation.
• Previous experience teaching Hifz or Qur'an studies, preferably within a school environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and classroom management skills.
• The ability to motivate, engage and support students with varying learning abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and a commitment to monitoring student progress.
• A genuine passion for Islamic education and supporting students in their spiritual development.
• A current and valid Victorian Working with Children Check (WWCC), or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration, as applicable to the role.

Why Join Ilim College?

• Be part of a supportive and collaborative Islamic school community.
• Make a meaningful contribution to students' Qur'anic education and spiritual development.
• Work alongside a dedicated team committed to educational excellence and student wellbeing.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development.

All successful candidates will be expected to work in and support the Islamic ethos of the school.

Ilim College is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the Schools website.

Ilim College seeks staff who will actively model and uphold our values: excellence (Ihsan), gratitude (Shukr), kindness (Lutf), integrity (Akhlaq), and accountability (Muhasaba). Rooted in our Islamic heritage and the Ḥanafī school of thought, we provide a supportive environment where staff contribute to students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth. Founded by Turkish Muslim migrants, we honour our origins while embracing a diverse community. All staff are expected to follow our professional dress code, including wearing a hijab for female staff and modest, appropriate attire for all staff in line with Islamic principles.