Apply to teach

A: Your introduction video must meet several important requirements to ensure the best experience for potential students:

Platform Requirements

The video URL must be a public or unlisted YouTube video link. Videos hosted on other platforms such as Vimeo, or cloud storage services like Google Drive or Dropbox, are not supported.
Content Structure (Based on Industry Best Practices)

Your introduction video should follow this recommended structure:

1. Introduction (15-20 seconds)
- State your first name only (for privacy reasons)
- Mention where you are from and currently located
- Specify what Islamic subjects you teach
- List the languages you speak fluently

2. Teaching Experience & Skills (30-50 seconds)
- Describe your Islamic education qualifications and teaching experience - Explain your teaching methodology and approach
- Mention what students can expect in your lessons
- Highlight your specializations (e.g., Quranic studies, Arabic language, Islamic history)
- Describe materials and activities you use during lessons

3. Motivational Closing (15-25 seconds)
- Encourage students to book a trial lesson
- Thank viewers for watching - End with an inspiring message about Islamic learning

Language Requirements:
The video must be recorded in English and Arabic, and you should also include any other languages you speak fluently. This demonstrates your language capabilities to our diverse, global student community.
Technical Requirements

✅ DO: - Record in horizontal mode (landscape orientation)
- Position camera at eye level
- Create a video between 2-3 minutes long (recommended duration)
- Record during the day for good lighting, or use proper lighting equipment
- Keep your background tidy, neutral, and professional
- Record in a quiet environment with no background noise
- Use a microphone or headphones with built-in mic for clear audio
- Ensure the camera doesn’t shake
- use a tripod or stable surface
- Make sure your face is fully visible throughout the video
- Dress professionally and maintain Islamic modesty standards

❌ DO NOT:
- Record in vertical mode
- Include background noise or distractions
- Position yourself too far from the camera
- Mention your surname or personal contact details
- Use frames, borders, or filters
- Show other people in the video
- Include slideshows, presentations, or demo lessons
- Add logos or external links
- Use the word “Ihsan Marketplace” in your YouTube channel name
Professional Standards

Remember that this video represents you to potential students worldwide from our Islamic education community. Your video should reflect the high educational and spiritual standards expected of Islamic educators.

Video Upload Guidelines:
• Upload your video to YouTube with privacy settings set to “Public” or “Unlisted”
• Ensure “Allow embedding” is enabled in YouTube’s advanced settings
• Do not include personal websites, full names, social media, or contact details in your channel
• Copy the YouTube URL and paste it into your Ihsan Marketplace profile

Additional Tips for Success:
• Smile and be welcoming - this helps potential students feel comfortable
• Show your personality while maintaining professionalism
• Speak clearly in each language you demonstrate
• Take a test shot first to check audio, lighting, and framing
• Review your final video before uploading to ensure quality

If a student is more than 15 minutes late without notice:

•Mark the lesson as "student no-show" in your dashboard

•You'll still receive full payment for the scheduled lesson

•The lesson counts as completed in your statistics

•Students are charged for no-show lessons

•Repeated no-shows may result in student account review

•Payments are processed monthly via bank transfer or PayPal payout

•You earn 75% of lesson fees (platform takes 25% commission)

•Minimum payout threshold is $50

•Payment includes completed lessons only

•Detailed earnings reports available in your dashboard

•Tax documentation provided for income reporting

1.Access your teacher dashboard

2.Set your weekly availability considering prayer times

3.Block out time for Islamic holidays and religious observances

4.Set competitive pricing based on your qualifications and experience

5.Ensure minimum session price of $5 (platform requirement)

6.Offer different rates for different subjects (Quran vs Arabic vs Islamic Studies)

7.Update availability regularly to maintain active status

Computer-only teaching ensures:

•Better screen sharing capabilities for Islamic texts and materials

•Superior audio/video quality for Quran recitation feedback

•Ability to use digital Islamic teaching tools effectively

•Professional teaching environment

•Reliable Zoom performance for uninterrupted lessons

•Better multitasking for lesson materials and student interaction

MANDATORY COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS:

•Desktop or laptop computer (tablets and mobile phones NOT allowed for teaching)

•Windows 10/11 or macOS 10.14 or newer

•Minimum 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)

•Stable internet connection (minimum 10 Mbps upload/download)

•HD webcam (1080p recommended)

•High-quality headset or microphone

•Zoom application installed and updated

•Quiet, well-lit teaching environment, with Ihsan Marketplace background on Zoom.

You can teach any Islamic subject you're qualified for:

•Quran recitation, memorization, and Tajweed

•Arabic language (Classical, Quranic, Modern Standard)

•Islamic Studies (Fiqh, Hadith, Seerah, Aqeedah)

•Tarbiyah and Islamic character development

•Islamic Anasheed

•Maqamat for Quranic recitation

•Azan and Islamic prayer practices

1.Click "Apply to Teach" on our homepage

2.Complete the detailed application form

3.Upload your Islamic credentials and certificates

4.Provide teaching experience documentation

5.Record a sample teaching video (3-5 minutes)

6.Pass our Islamic knowledge assessment

7.Complete background verification process

8.Attend orientation session about our platform

We require Islamic teachers to have:

•Islamic Education Background: Degree from recognized Islamic institution or equivalent

•Ijazah: Certification in Quran recitation or Islamic studies (preferred)

•Teaching Experience: Minimum 2 years of Islamic education experience

•Language Proficiency: Fluency in Arabic and/or English

•Technical Setup: Computer with reliable internet and Zoom capability

•Background Check: Clean background verification for child safety

Yes, teachers and students can see the scheduled lessons as per their time zones, simplifying the problem for teachers and students located in different time zones. They can go to "Settings" and select their "Time Zone".