Join the ISNA Canada Team!
Teaching Assistant
Description
Position Overview
ISNA Canada is seeking a capable and detail-oriented Teaching Assistant to support the development of high-quality educational content for imams and Religious Educators. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in Islamic studies and a passion for research, curriculum support, and scholarly content production.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in creating and refining lecture slides, teaching notes, and educational materials, including assessments and grading
- Conduct Islamic studies research to support courses, trainings, and publications
- Help organize, edit, and structure content for clarity, accuracy, and pedagogy
- Collaborate closely with the CRO( Chief Religious Officer) and senior religious leadership on curriculum initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in Islamic studies research and/or content development that is Islamically-focused
- Strong writing, organizational, and research skills
- Familiarity with classical and contemporary Islamic sources
- Ability to work independently while meeting deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Formal Islamic studies degree (or current advanced studies) — a strong asset but not required
- Prior experience supporting educators, imams, or academic programs
Why Join ISNA
- Opportunity for community-centric growth and development
- Meaningful work supporting Islamic education with a national vision
- Collaborative and mission-driven environment that is focused on excellence and sincere service
- Work closely with a fastly-growing team of qualified speakers and religious scholarship
Compensation
$25.00 per hour