IRS Teacher at Blooms Academy

Job Purpose

• The IRS Teacher is responsible for planning, delivering, and assessing lessons that promote the understanding and practice of Islamic Religious Studies in line with the school curriculum.
• The teacher should foster moral, spiritual, and academic growth in students while upholding Islamic values and supporting the holistic development of learners.

Key Responsibilities
Teaching & Learning:

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons in Islamic Religious Studies that meet curriculum standards (NECO, WAEC, IGCSE, or national curriculum as applicable).
• Use a variety of teaching methods and resources to accommodate different learning styles.
• Foster critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and spiritual reflection in students.
• Prepare lesson notes, schemes of work, and teaching aids as required.

Assessment & Record Keeping:

• Design, administer, and grade assessments, assignments, and examinations.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress and performance.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and parents to support learning improvement.

Student Development & Guidance:

• Act as a role model of Islamic values, promoting good conduct, discipline, and respect.
• Provide spiritual and moral guidance to students in line with the school’s ethos.
• Support students with special educational needs in understanding religious concepts.

Curriculum & Professional Development:

• Contribute to curriculum development, enrichment, and review of IRS programs.
• Integrate modern teaching strategies and technology into lessons where appropriate.
• Participate in departmental and staff meetings, training, and professional development opportunities.

Pastoral & School Community Role:

• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school leadership in supporting students’ overall growth.
• Supervise students during school activities, prayers, assemblies, and other duties as assigned.
• Uphold safeguarding, child protection, and school policies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Islamic Studies, Religious Education, or related field.
• Teaching qualification (PGDE, B.Ed, or equivalent) preferred.
• Sound knowledge of Islamic theology, history, Qur’an, Hadith, and jurisprudence.
• Strong classroom management and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Arabic (reading Qur’an and basic interpretation) is an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Deep understanding of Islamic values and ability to model them.
• Passion for teaching and nurturing young learners.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to inspire students academically, morally, and spiritually.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.