Imam / Quran Academy Director

Position Type: Full Time Number of Positions: 1 Start Date: 2026-08-03 How to apply To apply, please submit the following to View email address on click.appcast.io : A brief cover letter describing your approach to teaching and leading. A short audio or video sample of your recitation. Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Religious Director Al Falah Center is a vibrant Islamic community center in Bridgewater, New Jersey, dedicated to building faith, inspiring service, and strengthening community. Guided by the Qur’an and Sunnah, we promote the timeless values of Islam — justice, unity, and compassion — while fostering a welcoming, spiritually uplifting, and inclusive environment for families of all backgrounds. Our work spans worship, education, and charitable service, with a special commitment to preparing the next generation of American Muslim leaders. Position Overview Al Falah Center is seeking a knowledgeable, approachable, and dedicated Full-Time Imam & Qur’an Academy Director to lead our congregation in prayer and to grow our Qur’an memorization (Hifz) program. Reporting to the Religious Director, this person will lead daily vocalized prayers, oversee and expand the academy, manage and mentor a team of teachers, and teach students directly. We are looking for someone who blends structure and discipline with a warm, motivating presence — someone who connects naturally with children, youth, and families and is committed to building a strong, Qur’an-centered culture for our growing community. Key Responsibilities Lead the daily congregational jahriyya (vocalized) prayers — Fajr, Maghrib, and Isha — with accurate, beautiful, and inspiring recitation. Lead Taraweeh during Ramadan (20 rak’ahs nightly), completing the Qur’an by the 29th. Partner with the Religious Director on seasonal and community programs — Qur’an nights, competitions, Tafsir sessions, youth reminders, and family education. Oversee the Hifz program end to end: curriculum, quality, student growth, and continuous improvement. Assess, train, mentor, and evaluate Qur’an teachers to uphold a high standard of instruction across the academy. Maintain organized administrative records, using technology to track attendance, memorization progress, and academic development. Teaching & Student Engagement Teach Hifz with proper tajweed, ensuring accurate recitation and pronunciation. Adapt instruction to all levels, from beginners to advanced memorizers. Keep students engaged, motivated, and steadily progressing in their Qur’anic journey. Substitute in Nazirah (Qur’an reading) classes as needed. Family Communication & Progress Tracking Evaluate student progress through regular assessments and provide clear, structured feedback. Build collaborative relationships with parents through consistent communication and progress updates. Qualifications Required Qur’an Mastery: Complete memorization of the Qur’an (Ḥāfiẓ). Certification: Ijazah in at least one mode (qira’ah) of recitation. Tajweed: Excellent recitation with proper tajweed and the ability to teach formal tajweed texts. Education: Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Qur’anic Studies, Islamic Studies, Religious Education, Arabic, or a related field. Teaching Experience: 5+ years, ideally across children, youth, and adults. Leadership Experience: Managing a team or educational program, including teacher development and curriculum design. Language: Fluency in English. Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the United States [or note if visa sponsorship is available]. Background Check: Ability to pass a background check, as the role involves working with minors. Preferred Proficiency in Arabic and/or Urdu [or another community language]. Comfort using modern technology for instruction, attendance tracking, and program administration. Personal Attributes Strong communication and organizational skills. A friendly, approachable personality that connects naturally with students and families while maintaining structure and discipline. Dependable, professional, and committed to the spiritual and academic growth of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr