Now Open for Enrollment
Our Approach
Far too many students view Islam as a set of arcane rules and mysterious texts in a language that they cannot understand. Islam becomes something strange and foreign, rather than a true part of their lives. At The Muslim Educator Academy, we strive to create a sense of unity amongst this chaos. We study the Qur’an with a focus on meaning and reflection, learning to make connections between the Qur’anic message and daily life. We read works of literature with our “Muslim lenses” on, learning to adopt a faith-centered worldview whenever we encounter anything in the world around us.
The Best of Tech and Tradition
Classes incorporate online learning and hands-on engagement with books and other traditional tools. Students use journals, learn to annotate their Mushaf and other texts, and develop note-taking and mind-mapping skills to organize and retain their knowledge. Some classes incorporate calligraphy and art as well.
Live Sessions
Uniting students globally
In a live session of the Ramadan Qur'an Club, one of our students, Sumayyah, is creating artwork with calligraphy and paint as she interacts with her fellow students online. The beauty of the live sessions is that students are able to share thoughts and reflections with their peers from around the globe.
What Parents Are Saying
"Truly enjoyed the class!"
My children truly enjoyed Merium's hands-on, thought-provoking sessions. Merium's teachings extended beyond the weekly classes as she empowers children with skills and motivation that they use independently even outside of class. She gently guides children to fall in love with the Qur'an, ponder over Allah SWT's words, and most importantly, she taught my children to actively engage with every Ayah in the Qur'an. Jazk Merium!
- by Qanita
"We Were Hooked!"
"Ever since this class (Wrinkle In Time) with Merium Khan we were hooked! She creates a warm, inspiring environment which allowed my child to flourish. The stimulating discussions that I was hearing when I would pop my head in to check in on the class were beautiful as the Wrinkle in Time themes were blended naturally with Islamic topics. My favorite piece of this entire class was the infusion of Islamic concepts bringing in stories of Sahabī (RA) and important figures in Islamic history. Having access to Merium as a mentor through literature for my child is one of the modern technological advances I am truly grateful for.
- by Angie Umm Sumayyah
Your Instructors
Merium Khan - Founder and Lead Instructor
Merium Khan is the founder of The Muslim Educator Academy. She has a bachelor's degree in Social Sciences and has studied Arabic in the US and Jordan. She has been teaching for the last 20 years in Islamic full-time schools, weekend schools, private tutoring, halaqahs, and online classes for children and adults. She has authored a book on Seerah that is used in Islamic schools and has also worked as a curriculum developer and consultant. The one word that students and parents use to describe her teaching is “passionate.” She loves to bring concepts to life in thought-provoking ways while tapping into her students’ innate intelligence and knowledge. Through TME Academy, she hopes to bring her relationship-based, enthusiastic and interactive brand of teaching to a new generation of Muslim students. Sr. Merium lives on the East Coast of the US with her husband Siraj Sohail and their three kids. Email Merium
Siraj Sohail - Instructor
Siraj Sohail, J.D. is a practicing lawyer. He spent a decade in higher education administration, then left that to establish a legal firm. He has been active in teaching Muslim students in Islamic schools and community halaqahs for the last 15 years. He has studied Arabic in Syria and Jordan and uses classical Islamic sources to prepare his lessons.
His classes incorporate knowledge, student engagement, and humor. He draws upon his legal and career experience to make connections between the Islamic material and the world around us. Highly personable, he is known for forming strong relationships with his students, acting as a mentor for many young adults. Br. Siraj currently lives on the East Coast of the US with his wife Merium Khan and three kids. Email Br. Siraj
