Islamic Studies Tutor — O Level / IGCSE

Workspace
Online (remote)
Student's home
Tutor's home (where approved)
Schools (where contracted)
Community venues (where applicable)

We are seeking a knowledgeable and engaging Islamic Studies Tutor — O Level / IGCSEto support students studying Islamic Studies through Cambridge International, Pearson Edexcel, or other recognised O Level and IGCSE qualifications.

The successful candidate will deliver personalised lessons that strengthen students' understanding of the Qur'an, Hadith, Islamic beliefs, worship, ethics, history, civilisation, jurisprudence, and contemporary issues while developing analytical thinking, structured writing, source interpretation, and examination skills.

Key Responsibilities

Assess students' subject knowledge, learning needs, and examination goals

Deliver personalised O Level and IGCSE Islamic Studies tuition

Teach Islamic beliefs (Aqidah), worship (Ibadah), Qur'an, Hadith, Seerah, Islamic history, ethics, civilisation, and contemporary Islamic issues

Develop students' understanding of Islamic principles through authentic sources and scholarly perspectives appropriate to the examination specification

Teach source analysis, structured responses, essay writing, and critical evaluation

Prepare learners for multiple-choice, structured, and essay-style examination questions

Use past papers, mark schemes, examiner reports, and syllabus objectives to guide revision

Encourage respectful discussion, ethical reflection, and critical thinking

Monitor progress and provide regular feedback to students and parents

Stay informed about syllabus updates and examination requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies, Sharia, Theology, Education, Arabic, or a related field

MOHRE Tutor Permit or eligibility to obtain

Minimum 2 years' experience teaching Islamic Studies

Strong knowledge of O Level or IGCSE Islamic Studies curricula

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Islamic Studies, Education, or a related discipline

PGCE, B.Ed., or recognised teaching qualification

Experience teaching Cambridge International or Pearson Edexcel Islamic Studies

Experience as an examiner, moderator, or curriculum specialist

Fluency in Arabic and English

UAE Licensing Requirements

Tutors and educational specialists operating in the UAE are required to hold a valid MOHRE Tutor Permit or equivalent work authorisation. Applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, the relevant permit before providing in-person services. Please ensure compliance with UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation regulations.

UAE Visa & Work Eligibility

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in the UAE through one of the following:

Own UAE Employment Visa

Green Visa

Freelance Permit

Dependent Visa with legal work eligibility

Any other valid UAE work authorisation

Required Experience

2+ years teaching Islamic Studies

Experience preparing students for O Level or IGCSE examinations

Experience teaching structured essay writing and source analysis

Experience delivering personalised tuition

Required Skills

Islamic Studies instruction

Qur'an and Hadith knowledge

Islamic history

Structured essay writing

Source analysis

Examination preparation

Student assessment

Communication and mentoring

Cultural and religious sensitivity

Flexible freelance schedule — work around your existing commitments

Competitive session rates

Work from home or deliver sessions at students' homes / schools

Be part of a growing, multidisciplinary team

Supportive, collaborative working environment

Opportunity to help students develop both academic success and a deeper understanding of Islamic studies

Simone's Tutoring is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all professionals. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels.

Compensation
Earn 60% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid student lessons and packages.
Commission is calculated after the student's payment has been received by Simone's Tutoring.
Payments are processed monthly.
Tutors are engaged as independent contractors and manage their own tax and visa obligations.
Additional earnings may be available through workshops, holiday programmes, group classes, and corporate training opportunities.

About the Company

Simone's Tutoring is a premium home-based educational support company providing tutoring, learning support, early intervention, special educational needs support, therapy partnerships, coaching, and holistic wellbeing services across Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Al Ain. We deliver personalised, child-centred services in students' homes, online, and in schools while collaborating with qualified professionals from multiple disciplines.

Compensation
Earn 60% commission on all checked-in, completed, and fully paid student lessons and packages.
Commission is calculated after the student's payment has been received by Simone's Tutoring.
Payments are processed monthly.
Tutors are engaged as independent contractors and manage their own tax and visa obligations.
Additional earnings may be available through workshops, holiday programmes, group classes, and corporate training opportunities.