About this role
Head of Quran, Arabic & Islamic Studies Department
TAAS Group of Schools is a school made up of Nursery, Primary and Secondary school. The school's academic programme is divided into two sections: Quran and Arabic section which is handled by specific teachers and the western Educational section handle by different teachers.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Quran, Arabic & Islamic Studies Department
Location: Oyo
Employment Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
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Provide academic and instructional leadership for the Qur'an, Arabic and Islamic Studies Unit.
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Coordinate curriculum implementation, lesson planning, teaching activities, and academic programmes.
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Supervise, mentor, and evaluate teachers, ensuring adherence to academic standards.
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Monitor students' progress in Qur'an recitation, memorisation, Tajweed, Arabic, and Islamic Studies.
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Conduct lesson observations and recommend strategies for improving teaching and learning.
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Ensure effective assessment, curriculum coverage, and accurate academic record-keeping.
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Identify students' learning needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
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Promote Islamic values, discipline, and good character among students.
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Coordinate departmental activities, Qur'an competitions, and Islamic programmes.
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Prepare periodic departmental performance reports and implement improvement strategies.
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Collaborate with other academic units and carry out other assigned responsibilities.
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Qualifications and Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree in Islamic Studies, Arabic, Qur'anic Studies, Islamic Education, or a related discipline.
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Relevant Islamic education or Tajweed certifications are an added advantage.
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Strong proficiency in Qur'an recitation, memorisation, Tajweed, Arabic, and Islamic Studies.
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Proven teaching experience, preferably in a recognised educational institution.
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Previous experience in academic leadership, coordination, or staff supervision is desirable.
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Good knowledge of curriculum development, lesson planning, and student assessment.
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Strong communication, organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Required Competencies:
- Strong Islamic knowledge and professional integrity.
- Qur'ran, Tajweed, and Arabic proficiency.
- Academic leadership and staff management.
- Curriculum implementation and quality assurance.
- Student performance monitoring and evaluation.
- Communication, teamwork, and problem-solving.
- Accountability, organisation, and strategic planning.
Application Closing Date
15th November, 2026.