Amatussalam Oyinlola BABALOLA-AKINYEMI
Ibadan,Nigeria
Summary
Dedicated educator with expertise in Tajweed instruction, Makhārij correction, and Hifdh support, complemented by proficiency in Arabic language teaching. Skilled in virtual classroom management and interactive lesson design, fostering student motivation and progress tracking. Proficient in classical manuals such as Yassarnal Quran and Nurul Bayan. Fluent in English and proficient in Arabic, with native proficiency in Yoruba. Committed to enhancing educational experiences through innovative curriculum development and effective online teaching strategies. Skilled Teacher with background in improving student performance. Focused on working with students, parents, colleagues and administrators alike to teach and motivate students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
19
19
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Teacher
The Minaret Online Academy
2025.01
- Deliver structured Quran recitation and Tajweed lessons in a professional online academy setting.
- Implement sound-based and Makhārij-focused teaching to ensure fluent and accurate student recitation.
Quran & Arabic Teacher (Online)
Self-employed / Private Tutoring
2017.01 - 2026.03
- Successfully taught over 20 students online, ranging from complete beginners to advanced level.
- Tailored lessons to individual student levels, helping several students achieve Hifdh (complete memorization).
- Maintained high engagement and focus in virtual classes through interactive and structured teaching methods.
- Participated actively in staff meetings, professional development workshops, and school events promoting the importance of foreign language education.
Quran Teacher
Rif'at Pasha Quranic Memorization School
2017.01 - 2023.01
- Taught Quranic recitation and memorization in a formal school environment.
- Prepared students for Quran competitions and supported their journey to becoming Hufadh.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Arabic
Lagos State University
Ojo, Lagos State 2023.01 - 2025.01
Diploma - Arabic
Al Hikmah University
Ilorin, Kwara State 2018.01 - 2020.01
Tahfidh Education -
Madrasatu-t-Tahfidhul Quran Lil Banat
Ilaro, Ogun State 2010.01 - 2012.01
Primary Education -
El-Tahir Nursery And Primary School
Saabo, Ilaro, Ogun State 2001.01 - 2009.01
Secondary Education -
Mahmud Ahmadiyya College
Ijede, Ikorodu, Lagos State 2012.01 - 2017.01
Skills
- Instructional: Tajweed instruction, Makhārij correction, Hifdh support, Waqf rules, Arabic language teaching
- Online Teaching: Virtual classroom management, interactive lesson design, student motivation, progress tracking
- Languages: Arabic (Proficient), English (Fluent), Yoruba (Native)
Certification
- Tilawatul Qur’ān Certificate
- Quran Memorization (Tahfidh) Certificate
- Multiple Quran Competition Certificates
- Diploma in Arabic
- Bachelor’s Degree in Arabic
REFREES
Available on Request
TEACHING METHODOLOGIES
- For Beginners: Proficient in using; Yassarnal Quran, Nurul Bayan
- To teach letter recognition, sounds, and basic blending.
- For Intermediate: Focus on pronunciation mastery using precise Makhārij and sound-based learning to build reading fluency.
- For Advanced: Detailed instruction in Tajweed rules, proper recitation techniques, and Waqf (stopping/correct pausing).
- Online Engagement: Use of segmented lesson blocks, constant active participation (repeat/read aloud), immediate correction, positive reinforcement, and personalized teaching styles to maintain focus.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Availability: Immediate
- Teaching Philosophy: "Focus on correct foundations from the very first letter. Patient, consistent correction and an encouraging environment turn a beginner into a confident, fluent reader of the Qur’ān."
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Yoruba
Native
Affiliations
- Teaching and mentoring students of all ages
Accomplishments
- Multiple Quran Competition Certificates
- Tilawatul Qur'ān Certificate
- Quran Memorization (Tahfidh) Certificate
- Diploma in Arabic – Al Hikmah University, Ilorin
- Bachelor's Degree in Arabic – Lagos State University, Ojo
- Produced several Hufadh students
- Successfully taught over 20 students online (2017–present)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teacher
The Minaret Online Academy
2025.01
Bachelor’s Degree - Arabic
Lagos State University
2023.01 - 2025.01
Diploma - Arabic
Al Hikmah University
2018.01 - 2020.01
Quran & Arabic Teacher (Online)
Self-employed / Private Tutoring
2017.01 - 2026.03
Quran Teacher
Rif'at Pasha Quranic Memorization School
2017.01 - 2023.01
Secondary Education -
Mahmud Ahmadiyya College
2012.01 - 2017.01
Tahfidh Education -
Madrasatu-t-Tahfidhul Quran Lil Banat
2010.01 - 2012.01
Primary Education -
El-Tahir Nursery And Primary School
2001.01 - 2009.01