Afia Khalid
Wheaton,IL
Summary
To inspire young hearts with a deep love for Islam and learning by nurturing their faith, character, and academic growth in a way that is most pleasing to our Creator, Allah ﷻ.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Masjid-e Hidaya
08.2024 - 06.2025
- . Taught women's Classes - Fiqh of Salah, Shamail Tirmidhi
- . Conducted and organized numerous women's lectures and community events at Masjid Hidaya, focusing on Islamic education, spiritual development, and community engagement.
Teacher
Darusalam- Hifz Girls
07.2020 - 06.2021
- . Taught Aqidah, Seerah Of Prophet SAW, Hadith to girls ages 8 to 15
Maktab Teacher
Makki Masjid
08.2017 - 06.2019
- . Taught Islamic Studies (Behisti Zewar, Seerah and Sarf) to girls ages 8 to 15
- . Mentored students in good adab and akhlaq
- . Emcee for annual graduation ceremony and writer/director of student Islamic plays
Teacher
Nawal Academy
08.2012 - 06.2019
- . Arabic Grammar: Nahw and Sarf
- . Fiqh: Taleem al-Haq, Behishti Zewar, Mukhtasar al-Quduri- The Abridged Manual of Hanafi Law, Usul ash-Shashi - Principles of Islamic Jurisprudence (Hanafi)
- . Aqidah: Aqidah al-Tahawiyyah
- . Qur’an: Translation and Tafseer
- . Seerah & Hadith: Shamail Tirmidhi, Stories of the Prophets (Qasas an-Nabiyyin)
- . Inheritance Law: Siraji
Early Childhood Educator
- . Provided care and age-appropriate instruction in a daycare and preschool setting
- . Developed foundational skills in behavior guidance, creativity, and Islamic values for young learners
Education
Health And Wellness Coach Certification -
AFPA
Crystal Lake, IL09-2026
Degree of Fadilah -
Nawal Academy
Chicago, IL06-2016
Bachelor - Major in Biology, Minor in Secondary Education
Wayne State University /UIC
Dearborn, MI05-2002
Skills
- Lesson planning with Islamic integration
- Strong classroom management
- Public speaking and community outreach
- Curriculum development for various age groups
- Bilingual: Fluent in English, Urdu, and Arabic (reading comprehension and translation)
- Play-based learning
Timeline
Teacher
Masjid-e Hidaya
08.2024 - 06.2025
Teacher
Darusalam- Hifz Girls
07.2020 - 06.2021
Maktab Teacher
Makki Masjid
08.2017 - 06.2019
Teacher
Nawal Academy
08.2012 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Educator
Health And Wellness Coach Certification -
AFPA
Degree of Fadilah -
Nawal Academy
Bachelor - Major in Biology, Minor in Secondary Education
Wayne State University /UIC
Leadership & Community Involvement
Advisory Board Member -Zam Zam Foundation
Wood Dale, IL.
- Offer strategic guidance to a nonprofit organization committed to alleviating human suffering and constructing resilient communities in the U.S. and globally
- Collaborate in the development of humanitarian programs such as clean water initiatives, emergency relief, education, youth mentoring, and women’s empowerment
- Support transparent operations, with 95% of donations directed to mission-driven projects
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