Pillars of Faith and Knowledge at Hijaz Academy
Guiding Faith, Inspiring Excellence
At Hijaz Academy, our teachers are passionate scholars and certified educators who seamlessly blend deep Islamic knowledge with modern academic excellence. Carefully selected for both qualifications and exemplary character, they nurture every student’s mind, heart, and soul while living the Quranic command: Koonu Ma’as Saadiqeen.
Our faculty is organized into specialized teams:
- Preschool & Kindergarten Faculty Experts in early childhood and Montessori methods, creating joyful, play-based classrooms where little ones fall in love with learning and Allah.
- Elementary Faculty (Grades 1–5) Texas-certified educators delivering rigorous, TEKS-aligned instruction in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies — infused with strong Islamic values.
- Arabic, Quran & Islamic Studies Faculty Native speakers and certified ʿĀlimāt/ʿĀlimīn with Ijazah in Tajweed and Tafseer, offering immersive Arabic and authentic Islamic education at every level.
- Hifz Program Faculty Accomplished Huffāẓ with full Ijazah in multiple Qira’at and advanced Islamic degrees, guiding precise memorization and lifelong connection to the Quran.
Every member of our faculty is wholeheartedly committed to:
- Delivering high-quality, TEKS-aligned education in Math, Science, English, and Social Studies
- Teaching Quran with Tajweed, Arabic language, and authentic Islamic Studies rooted in Quran and Sunnah
- Building strong akhlaq and love for Allah and His Messenger ﷺ in every child
- Creating a safe, nurturing, and joyful learning environment that feels like an extension of home
- Supporting diverse learning styles and individual student needs with patience and care
- Preparing students for both worldly success and the pleasure of Allah in the Hereafter
- Serving as living role models of truthfulness, kindness, and lifelong learning (Koonu Ma’as Saadiqeen)
Our Dedicated Faculty
Sabrina Nabi
Teaching is my life’s passion, and I have been teaching elementary students for 15+ years. This is my eighth year working….
Sr. Sabrina Nabi
Vice Principal
Teaching is my life’s passion, and I have been teaching elementary students for 15+ years. This is my eighth year working at Hijaz Academy. I strive to create a space for students to explore their own learning styles, then I’m there to help develop their interests and guide their absorption of the material. I am looking forward to getting to know you all and guiding your child through a successful and fun filled first year of School.
Ayesha Anis
Sr. Ayesha Anis
Administrator
Teaching is the one profession that teaches other profession” That's the beauty of this profession! Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with students from diverse backgrounds, learning abilities,and kids' special needs.This has allowed me to develop a strong sense of empathy ,and adaptability which I believe are essential qualities for creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment
Sana Ahmed
Sr Sana has been a part of the Hijaz Academy family for three years now and has found great passion in working with children…
Sr. Sana Ahmed
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Sr Sana has been a part of the Hijaz Academy family for three years now and has found great passion in working with children.
Amani Al-Arashi
In life, there are a handful of moments that one cherishes forever and I can proudly say that my experience….
Sister Amani Al-Arashi
Pre-K Homeroom
In life, there are a handful of moments that one cherishes forever and I can proudly say that my experience at Hijaz Academy has been one of them. I have a significant role as an administrator and am dedicated to ensuring the success of both the institution and its students. It is my goal to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for all.
Lubna Haider
My name is Lubna Haider, I have earned my bachelor’s in education and Master’s in Islamic History from Pakistan….
Lubna Haider
Pre-K Assistant
My name is Lubna Haider, I have earned my bachelor’s in education and Master’s in Islamic History from Pakistan and hold a CDA (Child Development Associate) certification from the USA. I have been a teacher for more than 32 years, 16 of those in the USA, working with students ranging in age from 4 to 10. My father was a university professor, and this fact served as my motivation as I began my road toward becoming a teacher. He instilled in me the value of education and how important teachers are to creating a better society. Personally, I adore children and like spending time with them. I consider myself extremely fortunate to have found a career that allows me to spend time with them and educate them.
Sabah
Sister Sabah has a Degree in Education with Montessori certification. Her experience as a teacher spans over 12 years….
Sabah
KG Homeroom
Sister Sabah has a Degree in Education with Montessori certification. Her experience as a teacher spans over 12 years, a majority of which has been in Islamic school. Her love for children shines through in all that she does. Her goal is to shape a child’s future in the best way by giving them caring instruction and creative lessons that broaden their critical thinking skills.
Marya
My name is Marya. I am honored to be joining Hijaz this year as part of the teaching staff. I am a certified ʿĀlima and have been tutoring….
Sr. Marya
Assisstant Arabic Teacher
My name is Marya. I am honored to be joining Hijaz this year as part of the teaching staff. I am a certified ʿĀlima and have been tutoring children in Islamic studies for the past three years. It is a privilege to contribute to the spiritual and moral development of our youth by instilling in them the values and principles of Islam. With a deep love for both teaching and working with children, I am committed to creating a nurturing and engaging environment where students not only learn about Islamic ethics and beliefs but are also inspired to embody them in their daily lives. I look forward to a meaningful and impactful year at Hijaz, In shā’ Allāh.
Sumiya Khan
Sr. Sumya has many years of experience teaching elementary school students, specializing in Math & Science….
Sumiya Khan
Grade 1st
Sr. Sumya has many years of experience teaching elementary school students, specializing in Math & Science. She strives to provide the best academic education so that our students can be leaders in the future.
Koonj Talpur
Assalamualaikum! My name is Sr Koonj, and I am very excited to be a part of Hijaz Academy this year. I graduated from Australia …
Sr. Koonj Talpur
2nd/3rd Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher
Assalamualaikum! My name is Sr Koonj, and I am very excited to be a part of Hijaz Academy this year. I graduated from Australia with a Bachelors in Primary Education (KG-6) from the University of Notre Dame Australia. I have taught a variety of grades from KG-6th grade in Australia and also did some substitute teaching here in Texas. Once I entered motherhood I had put my career on hold. I am now looking forward to resuming teaching the 2nd/3rd grade students at Hijaz Academy for ELA and Social Studies. I am so excited to meet you all and make a positive difference for the next Muslim generation.
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Zainab Rangoonwala
My primary objective is to craft an environment where students feel empowered to explore their unique learning styles…..
Zainab Rangoonwala
3rd grade homeroom teacher
My primary objective is to craft an environment where students feel empowered to explore their unique learning styles. I'm dedicated to cultivating their interests and aiding them in fully grasping the subject matter. Your child's first year of school is a special milestone, and I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to be part of their journey, ensuring it's both successful and filled with joyful learning experiences. Looking forward to connecting with all of you!
Rida
My name is Rida and I am excited to be joining the Hijaz family this year! I graduated….
Rida
Grade 4th Homeroom ELA,Social Studies,Math
My name is Rida and I am excited to be joining the Hijaz family this year! I graduated from the University of Houston with a Bachelors in Education in 2018 and am a certified teacher. I taught 4th grade ELA/Social Studies at Everest Academy for one year before putting my career on hold to spend some time with my family. I am looking forward to resuming teaching again; it is the career of my dreams and I can’t wait to meet and help educate our next generation of Muslim leaders.
Nisreen
Teaching is the job that builds the foundation of new generations who, in turn, will build the country and positively affect…..
Sister Nisreen
Grade 5th Homeroom
Teaching is the job that builds the foundation of new generations who, in turn, will build the country and positively affect their community. It is a pleasure for me to share my knowledge with others to help them gain more information that helps them shape their future. I am a computer engineer with an MSc degree from the Computer Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering, Tripoli University, Libya. I have 10+ years of experience teaching different courses as a lecturer for the Faculty of Information Technology in Tripoli, Libya.
Aliye
Alhamdu lillah,this is my 5th year as a teacher at our reputable school (Hijaz Academy),where I built on my excellent….
Sister Aliye
Preschool Arabic,Quran
Alhamdu lillah,this is my 5th year as a teacher at our reputable school (Hijaz Academy),where I built on my excellent experience and knowledge in Arabic language and Islamic studies.l love my job and l consider all my students as my children . I promise to deliver the best Islamic background for them Inshaa Allah.
Asmaa Othman
My name is Asmaa Othman. I will be teaching Quran, Arabic and Islamic studies. This will be my 9th year teaching at Hijaz Academy….
Sr. Asmaa Othman
Quran and Arabic Teacher
My name is Asmaa Othman. I will be teaching Quran, Arabic and Islamic studies. This will be my 9th year teaching at Hijaz Academy. I have a degree in Arabic and Islamic studies from the University of Baghdad in 1999. I have been teaching the Quran at Masjid Al Taqwa for the last three years. I have also substituted as an Arabic and Quran teacher at Dar-al-Arqam. I have earned three certificates this year: Qaida Noraniyah in the Quran reading with tajweed and tafseer, and an ijazah in reading the Quran from Azhar Sharif in Egypt The goal for this year is to further build our students’ knowledge of the Quran, Arabic, and Islamic Studies. My best efforts would be to advance students in Arabic vocabulary, as well as teach them reading and writing. We will be setting an Arabic-speaking environment in class to encourage them to learn faster.
Qari Ibrahim
Qari Ibrahim
Full Time And Part Time Hifz Teacher
