Fadia Salih

Dedicated Islamic Studies educator with over 20 years of experience in teaching and curriculum development across diverse cultural contexts. Holds a Doctorate in Faith and advanced degrees in Islamic Studies and Arabic language instruction. Passionate about fostering a deep understanding of Islamic principles while promoting critical thinking and intercultural dialogue.

Committed to academic excellence, student engagement, and integrating modern pedagogical approaches to enhance learning outcomes.

Islamic Education Teacher at Ministry of Education, UAE (2026-01 – Present)

• Teaching Islamic Education to Cycle 3 students in alignment with Dubai's Ministry of Education curriculum standards.
• Fostering Islamic values and national identity among students through engaging and innovative teaching methods.
• Building an inspiring learning environment that reinforces students' religious and cultural identity.
• Applying varied instructional strategies to meet individual learning needs and ensure outstanding academic outcomes.

Islamic Education & Arabic Teacher at Ministry of Education, UAE (2024-01 – Present)

• Deliver engaging lessons in Islamic Education and Arabic Studies for diverse student groups across primary and secondary levels.
• Design and implement lesson plans aligned with UAE Ministry of Education national curriculum standards.
• Integrate Islamic values and principles into daily instruction to foster students' spiritual and moral development.
• Collaborate with faculty to design interdisciplinary projects linking Islamic values with modern education.
• Utilize digital tools and interactive platforms to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Arabic Teacher at Ministry of Education, UAE (2023-01 – 2024-12)

• Taught Arabic language and Islamic Studies to primary and secondary students.
• Developed lesson plans incorporating UAE national curriculum standards.
• Implemented differentiated instruction to cater to varied learning abilities.

Lecturer – Islamic Studies at National Rabat University (Abdul Salam Al Khair) (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Delivered undergraduate courses in Islamic jurisprudence, theology, and comparative religion.
• Conducted seminars on contemporary Islamic thought and its application in modern society.
• Supervised student research projects and provided academic advising.
• Participated in faculty meetings to enhance curriculum quality and accreditation compliance.

Lecturer – Arabic Language at Khartoum International Institute (2020-01 – 2021-12)

• Taught Arabic language to non-native speakers using communicative and immersive methods.
• Designed instructional materials integrating cultural and linguistic aspects for diverse learners.

Assistant Professor / Lecturer – Islamic Studies at International University of Africa, Faculty of Islamic Studies (1994-01 – 2024-12)

• Delivered advanced courses in Islamic law, Qurʼanic exegesis, and Hadith studies.
• Led curriculum development and mentored postgraduate students.
• Supervised theses in Islamic jurisprudence and served on academic committees for quality assurance and accreditation.

PhD in Faith – Omdurman Islamic University (2020-12)

MA in Teaching Arabic to Non-Native Speakers – League of Arab States (2020-12)

MA in Islamic Studies – Africa University (2017-12)

Higher Diploma in Education – Sudan University (2002-12)

BA in Islamic Studies – Omdurman Islamic University (1998-12)

Diplomas in English Language Mediation & IT – Omdurman Islamic University (1998-12)