PYP Homeroom Teacher
Tarbiyah Academy is seeking a reflective, skilled, and mission-aligned PYP Homeroom Teacher to deliver the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme within a holistic Islamic educational framework.
As a PYP Homeroom Teacher, you are responsible for cultivating a classroom environment that is intellectually rigorous, spiritually grounded, and developmentally appropriate. You will teach all core subject areas through inquiry-based learning while nurturing students’ faith identity, character development, and academic confidence.
At Tarbiyah Academy, teaching is both a professional responsibility and an act of stewardship. We are an incredibly relational and collaborative community, grounded in a commitment to purifying our niyyah (intention) in service of our students.
Pedagogy & Instructional Excellence
The PYP Homeroom Teacher is expected to:
- Deliver high-quality, inquiry-based instruction aligned with the IB Primary Years Programme
- Teach all core content areas through meaningful, concept-driven Units of Inquiry
- Integrate Islamic values and character education authentically across subject areas
- Empower students to become independent learners and critical thinkers
- Clearly articulate what is being taught, why it matters, and how learning will be assessed
- Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction and differentiate for diverse learners
- Provide high-quality scaffolding and timely, actionable feedback
- Engage students in reflection and ownership of their learning
- Collaboratively plan with grade-level and vertical teams to ensure coherence and progression
Classroom Culture & Student Development
- Create a structured, joyful, and emotionally safe learning environment
- Implement positive behavior systems aligned with school expectations
- Support students’ social-emotional growth and early character development
- Foster belonging, dignity, and respect within the classroom community
- Maintain organized and engaging classroom environments that support optimal learning
Family Partnership & Communication
- Build strong relationships with families through proactive and transparent communication
- Participate in three-way conferences and student-led conferences
- Provide clear and informative progress reports
- Partner with parents to support student growth academically and socially
Professional Collaboration & Growth
- Actively participate in collaborative planning and professional learning communities
- Engage in IB professional development and ongoing teacher growth
- Contribute to accreditation and authorization processes
- Seek continuous improvement in instructional practice and technology integration
- Offer at least one extracurricular activity per week
- Participate in school events, field trips, and co-curricular responsibilities
Spiritual & Cultural Expectations
Tarbiyah Academy teachers are expected to embody:
- Amanah (trustworthiness) in professional conduct
- Ihsān (excellence) in preparation and delivery
- Rahmah (compassion) in student interactions
- Shūra (collaboration) in team planning
Teachers are encouraged to engage in ongoing tazkiyah—self-reflection and intentional growth—to sustain patience, emotional regulation, and sincerity in their work.
We believe that spiritual culture and professional excellence are inseparable.
Who You Are
- You are deeply aligned with the mission of an Islamic educational institution
- You have a genuine love and appreciation for children
- You understand differentiation and inquiry-based learning
- You are organized, reflective, and detail-oriented
- You communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing
- You build strong relationships with students, colleagues, and families
- You are flexible, resilient, and maintain high expectations
- You thrive in collaborative environments
Salary Determination
Salary placement is determined by full-time teaching experience, state certification status, and highest degree earned (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate).
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (or related field) from an accredited U.S. university
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Strong command of English (Homeroom teachers must demonstrate native-level fluency)
Preferred:
- State certification
- Master’s degree
- Experience in IB Primary Years Programme
- Experience in independent or Islamic schools
Why Tarbiyah Academy
Tarbiyah Academy is committed to developing confident learners rooted in faith, knowledge, and character. We are building a school culture that values intellectual rigor, spiritual intentionality, collaboration, and growth.
We seek educators who approach teaching not simply as a job, but as meaningful work grounded in purpose.
To apply
Send your resume through our application using LinkedIn. Then email your resume and cover letter to our Head, Hagar Aboubakr, hagaraboubakr@tarbiyahacademy.org.
