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Volunteer Opportunity: ELL Teacher at Diyanet Center of America
Are you passionate about teaching and making a difference in your community? The Diyanet
Center of America is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join our English Language Learner
(ELL) program!
Position: ELL Teacher
Location: Diyanet Center of America, Lanham, Maryland
Commitment:Flexible hours, part-time volunteering
About Us:
The Diyanet Center of America is dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for
individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. Our ELL program aims to empower non-
native English speakers by enhancing their language skills and building confidence in their
communication abilities.
Responsibilities:
- Develop engaging lesson plans tailored to students’ needs.
- Provide instruction in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
- Assess student progress and adapt teaching methods accordingly.
- Collaborate with staff to enhance the program.
Qualifications
- Passion for teaching and working with diverse populations.
- Strong communication skills; previous teaching experience is a plus!
- Patience, creativity, and a positive attitude.
- A background in education or ESL/EFL certification is preferred but not required.
Benefits:
- Gain valuable teaching experience and enhance your resume.
- Make a meaningful impact in your community.
- Connect with a network of like-minded individuals.
- Flexible schedule.
If you are ready to inspire and empower others through language, we would love to hear from you!
To Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to: heroglu@diyanetamerica.org
Join us in making a difference—together; we can help our community thrive!
Job Title: Assistant Teacher
Job Summary:
We are seeking a full time dedicated Assistant Teacher to support our Lead Teacher in developing and implementing a comprehensive program that promotes the spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and academic growth of each child. The ideal candidate will work under the direction of the Lead Teacher to create a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters learning and development.
Responsibilities:
- Observe, guide, supervise, and assess children in the classroom
- Create and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment
- Ensure availability and maintenance of classroom supplies and equipment
- Demonstrate attention to detail and strong multitasking abilities
- Manage daily routines (lunch, nap, recess, snack times)
- Ensure children’s safety and well-being at all times
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 18 years of age
- US citizenship, green card, or working visa
- Background check
- 45 hours childcare certification (a plus)
- Compassionate and nurturing attitude
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Proven ability to follow and give directions (employment or volunteer experience)
Application:
Please submit your application to montessori@diyanetamerica.org
Job Title: Female Muslim Chaplain
Job Location: Lanham, MD
Job Duties: Organize and lead Islamic worship services for the organization’s female
congregation; read texts from the Quran and deliver sermons to female congregation;
administer Islamic religious rites for the female congregation; conduct special ceremonies
such as religious weddings and funerals; plan and lead religious education programs,
including Quran classes, for the organization’s female congregation; organize and engage
in interfaith and community activities sponsored by religious programs; visit Muslims
in homes, hospitals and prisons to provide them with comfort and support.
Requirements: Position requires Associate’s Degree, or foreign equivalent, in Islamic
Studies. Position also requires at least 12 months of experience in the job offered or in
the alternate occupation of Quran Instructor. The required experience must have been
gained in organization that provides Islamic worship services and Quran classes.
Contact: Mail resume to Turkish-American Community Center, Inc. d/b/a Diyanet
Center of America, Attn: HR, 9610 Good Luck Rd, Lanham, MD 20706.
Job Title: Religious Activities Director
Job Location: Lanham, MD
Job Duties: Develop and direct the organization’s religious activities including Islamic
worship services, Hifz and Quran classes, and sermons; counsel individuals regarding
interpersonal, health and religious problems; plan, conduct and evaluate seminars and
conferences dealing with the interpretation of Islamic values and principles; collaborate
with the organization’s religious workers to establish goals and objectives for Islamic
worship services, Hifz and Quran classes, and sermons; participate in denominational
activities aimed at promoting interfaith understanding and providing aid to new or small
congregations; plan fundraising activities for the mosque; identify and recruit potential
volunteer workers.
Requirements: Position requires High School/GED diploma or foreign equivalent.
Position also requires at least 24 months of experience in the job offered or in the
alternate occupation of Imam, Assistant Imam/Muezzin or Quran Course Instructor. The
required experience must have been gained in organization that provides Islamic worship
services and Quran classes.
Contact: Mail resume to Turkish-American Community Center, Inc. d/b/a Diyanet
Center of America, Attn: HR, 9610 Good Luck Rd, Lanham, MD 20706.