Employment Opportunities
We are always looking for passionate, qualified educators and staff who share our mission of integrating Islamic values with academic excellence.
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Current Openings
We have 9 positions available. If you’re passionate about education and community, we’d love to hear from you.
Office Administrator & Marketing Coordinator
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Office Administrator & Marketing Coordinator to support the daily operations of our school and help grow our community outreach. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is comfortable wearing multiple hats, and is passionate about Islamic education.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Manage front office operations, visitor reception, and phone inquiries
- Coordinate school communications including newsletters, emails, and announcements
- Maintain and update school social media platforms and website content
- Support enrollment and admissions processes
- Assist with event planning for open houses, fundraisers, and school programs
- Manage school databases, student records, and filing systems
- Develop marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, and digital content
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience considered
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficiency with Google Workspace, social media platforms, and basic design tools (e.g., Canva)
- Experience in office administration or marketing preferred
- Familiarity with Islamic schools or community organizations is a plus
- A warm, professional demeanor and genuine love for working with families
Daycare Teacher
We are looking for a caring, patient, and enthusiastic Daycare Teacher to join our Early Childhood team. Our daycare program serves children ages 6 months to 2 years and follows the Experience Curriculum by Brightwheel in a warm, faith-centered environment.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Provide nurturing, age-appropriate care for infants and toddlers
- Implement daily lesson plans aligned with the Experience Curriculum
- Create a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment
- Foster social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development through play-based learning
- Incorporate Islamic values and routines into daily activities (e.g., duas, Surah recitation)
- Communicate daily with families via Brightwheel (photos, updates, milestones)
- Collaborate with fellow teachers and Early Childhood leadership
✅ Qualifications
- High school diploma required; CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare setting
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Knowledge of child development milestones for ages 0–2
- Warm, patient, and nurturing personality
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus
- Must pass background check and meet Maryland MSDE licensing requirements
Physical Education (PE) Teacher
We are seeking an energetic and creative Physical Education Teacher to lead our PE program across grade levels. The ideal candidate will design engaging, inclusive activities that promote physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship — all within a supportive Islamic school environment.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate PE lessons for Pre-K through 8th grade
- Develop a curriculum that builds fundamental movement skills, fitness, and coordination
- Organize and lead school sports activities, field days, and intramural events
- Promote teamwork, discipline, sportsmanship, and Islamic values of fair play
- Adapt activities for students with varying abilities and needs
- Maintain a safe environment and ensure proper use of equipment
- Communicate with parents and staff regarding student progress
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Kinesiology, or related field preferred
- Teaching certification or relevant coaching experience
- Experience working with K–8 students in a school or youth sports setting
- Strong classroom management and motivational skills
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Enthusiasm for health, wellness, and youth development
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
K–12 Computer Science Teacher
We are looking for a passionate and innovative K–12 Computer Science Teacher to build and deliver a comprehensive CS curriculum across all grade levels. The ideal candidate will inspire students to develop computational thinking, coding skills, and digital literacy in a supportive Islamic school environment.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Develop and teach a K–12 computer science curriculum aligned with state and national standards
- Introduce age-appropriate coding, robotics, and digital literacy concepts
- Integrate technology across subject areas in collaboration with other teachers
- Facilitate project-based learning and student-led tech initiatives
- Maintain and manage classroom technology resources and software
- Prepare students for competitions, showcases, and real-world tech applications
- Stay current with emerging technologies and CS education best practices
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Education with CS focus preferred
- Teaching certification or relevant industry experience
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Scratch, Java, or JavaScript
- Experience teaching or tutoring K–12 students preferred
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to differentiate instruction for elementary through high school levels
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
Islamic Studies Teacher
We are seeking a knowledgeable and inspiring Islamic Studies Teacher to nurture students’ understanding of the Quran, Hadith, Fiqh, and Islamic history. The ideal candidate will bring the beauty of Islam to life through engaging lessons that connect faith to everyday living.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Teach Islamic Studies courses including Quran, Hadith, Seerah, Fiqh, and Islamic history
- Develop engaging lesson plans that connect Islamic teachings to students’ daily lives
- Lead and support school-wide Islamic programming (assemblies, Jummah, Ramadan activities)
- Foster a love of learning and spiritual growth among students
- Assess student progress and provide meaningful feedback to students and parents
- Collaborate with staff to integrate Islamic values across the school community
- Serve as a positive Islamic role model for students
✅ Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of Quran, Hadith, and foundational Islamic sciences
- Teaching experience in an Islamic school or educational setting preferred
- Ability to engage students of varying ages and learning levels
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Arabic is a plus
- Must pass background check and demonstrate strong moral character
Innovation Lab Teacher (Middle School)
We are looking for a creative and tech-savvy Innovation Lab Teacher to lead our middle school Innovation Lab program. This role focuses on hands-on STEAM learning, design thinking, and project-based exploration — empowering students to become creative problem-solvers.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Design and deliver hands-on STEAM and maker-space activities for grades 6–8
- Facilitate project-based learning using design thinking methodologies
- Teach foundational skills in robotics, 3D printing, coding, and engineering
- Collaborate with subject-area teachers to create cross-curricular projects
- Manage Innovation Lab equipment, tools, and inventory
- Organize student showcases, science fairs, and innovation competitions
- Foster a growth mindset and culture of experimentation among students
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM, Education, Engineering, or related field preferred
- Experience with maker-space environments, robotics, or STEAM education
- Familiarity with tools such as Arduino, Raspberry Pi, 3D printers, or laser cutters
- Teaching experience with middle school students preferred
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Enthusiasm for innovation, creativity, and hands-on learning
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
Elementary / Middle School Math & Science Teacher
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Math & Science Teacher for our elementary and middle school programs. The ideal candidate will make math and science exciting and accessible through interactive lessons, real-world applications, and inquiry-based learning.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging math and science lessons for elementary and/or middle school students
- Utilize hands-on experiments, manipulatives, and real-world problem-solving
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and abilities
- Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments
- Integrate Islamic values and ethics into STEM discussions where appropriate
- Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and cross-curricular projects
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding student achievement and growth
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Science, Education, or related field preferred
- Teaching certification preferred; relevant experience considered
- Experience teaching math and/or science at the elementary or middle school level
- Strong understanding of grade-level math and science standards
- Ability to create an engaging, student-centered learning environment
- Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
AP Government Teacher
We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging AP Government Teacher to lead our Advanced Placement U.S. Government and Politics course. The ideal candidate will prepare students for the AP exam while fostering critical thinking about civic participation, constitutional principles, and the American political system.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Teach AP U.S. Government and Politics following College Board curriculum guidelines
- Prepare students for the AP exam through rigorous coursework and practice assessments
- Facilitate Socratic discussions, debates, and simulations on civic and political topics
- Develop and assess student understanding of constitutional foundations, civil liberties, and public policy
- Encourage students to connect civic concepts with Islamic values of justice and community engagement
- Stay current with AP curriculum updates and political developments
- Provide individualized support and feedback to help students succeed
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Government, History, or related field preferred
- Experience teaching AP-level courses preferred
- Strong knowledge of U.S. government, politics, and constitutional law
- Teaching certification or relevant classroom experience
- Ability to foster respectful, open dialogue in the classroom
- Excellent communication and student engagement skills
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
AP Psychology Teacher
We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable AP Psychology Teacher to guide students through the fascinating study of human behavior and mental processes. The ideal candidate will prepare students for the AP exam while connecting psychological concepts to Islamic perspectives on the mind, soul, and human nature.
📋 Key Responsibilities
- Teach AP Psychology following College Board curriculum guidelines and content areas
- Prepare students for the AP Psychology exam through practice tests, discussions, and projects
- Cover key topics including biological bases of behavior, cognition, learning, development, and abnormal psychology
- Design interactive lessons, case studies, and experiments to deepen understanding
- Connect psychological concepts to Islamic values related to mental health, ethics, and well-being
- Assess student progress and provide meaningful, individualized feedback
- Promote awareness of mental health and emotional well-being among students
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred
- Experience teaching AP-level courses preferred
- Strong understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and AP curriculum
- Teaching certification or relevant classroom experience
- Ability to create a supportive, intellectually stimulating classroom environment
- Excellent communication and mentoring skills
- Familiarity with Islamic school culture and values is a plus
📩 How to Apply
Send your résumé and a brief cover letter to contact@alimacademy.org. Please include the position title in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!
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Send your résumé and a brief cover letter to our administrative team. We look forward to hearing from you.
