Arabic, Quran and Islamic Studies School Teachers needed

SPORTS, QURAN, ARABIC AND ISLAMIC STUDIES TEACHERS

Full-Time

$91,396 - $129,106 per annum plus superannuation for fully registered treachers

ISLAMIC SCHOOL OF CANBERRA  

Location

Weston ACT 2611

About Islamic School of Canberra

Islamic School of Canberra is a co-educational, K – 12 independent school located in Weston. We are a growing and expanding rapidly. We strongly promote teamwork, and all our teachers are committed to provide high quality education that contributes to the success of our students in a safe and secure learning environment. 

A few vacancies are available for 2027 with highly competitive salaries. Applicants from different backgrounds are encouraged to apply as we believe in equal opportunities. Applicants are expected to demonstrate respect and an awareness of what it requires to teach in a faith-based school.  All applicants are required to send a cover letter addressed to the principal along with their resume to the principal’s email: *********@isc.act.edu.au

All applicants must have TQI teacher registration. If not, their applications will not be considered. This advert is only for teachers with TQI registration who have full work rights. No overseas applications will be considered.

Applications close on 04/09/2026. 

Arabic / Quran Teachers (Two positions)

Applicants must be native speakers of Arabic or very fluent in Arabic and should have the required experience and qualifications for this position. Priority will be given to experienced teachers in teaching Arabic / Quran. All applicants must have a TQI registration and must be fluent in English; new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Sports and Islamic Studies Teacher (One position)

Our school is expanding in numbers due to high demand and increased enrolments; therefore, we are opening new sections in different year levels. WE have a vacancy for a sports teacher and another vacancy for an Islamic Studies teacher. All applicants must have TQI registration.  New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Skills and Training:

a. Excellent written and spoken English skills

 c. Able to develop an engaging learning environment with effective classroom management 

 e. Differentiate teaching for mixed ability students 

 f. Participate in the school’s professional development activities

 g. Participate in the school's extra-curricular activities and events

 h. Possess current TQI registration and WWVP card

Job tasks and responsibilities

1. Follow and implement school policies and procedures related to curriculum, student management, assessment, and reporting.

2. Implement the school’s term planners and daily weekly planners.

3.  Attend all curriculum days, staff meetings and school activities and events throughout the year.

4. Attend to yard duties and supervise students in and outside the classroom during breaks.

Privileges of working at the Islamic School of Canberra

1. Very friendly environment 

2. One extra week of school holidays compared to other schools.

3. Student free days each term to facilitate teacher professional learning and preparation

4. Chances for leadership roles as we are a growing school and expanding rapidly

5. Good allowances for coordinators positions.

6. Extra 5 weeks of paid maternity leave on top of the 18 weeks from the government – to be eligible for this, you must have completed at least one year with the school prior to applying for maternity leave.

7. 12.5% Superannuation

8. Competitive Salaries

9. Staff incentives following Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha

Child Safety Statement:

All staff at the Islamic School of Canberra have obligations in relation to child safety and code of conduct. At the Islamic School of Canberra, we:

• have zero tolerance for child abuse

• are committed to providing a safe environment for all children

• have systems to protect children from abuse and will take all allegations and concerns very seriously and responds to them consistently in line with the school’s policies and procedures.