Our Esteemed Faculty

At ASA, we believe that true knowledge passes from the heart of the teacher to the heart of the student. This is why we ensure that our teachers are not only academically qualified and capable, but also embody prophetic values and character. They are passionate about playing a pivotal role in shaping the next generation.

  • Sheikh Farhat Kamal

    Sheikh Farhat Kamal, a scholar and Al-Azhar University graduate, brings 27 years of experience as an Imam within the Egyptian Awqaaf. Recently relocated to the United States with his family, he instructs Arabic and Qur’an with Tajweed at Al Salaam Academy. Sheikh Farhat also leads Jumu’ah at various masajid and conducts various religious programs on behalf of Al Salaam Academy.

    Contact: kamal.soror@alsalaamacademy.org

  • Moulana Justin Poe

    Moulana Justin Ray Poe is a qualified scholar with an M.A. in Islamic Texts (theology and philosophy) from Zaytuna College, a Shahāda ʿālimiyya from Darussalam Seminary, and a B.A. in English Language and Literature. He teaches Arabic and Islamic Studies at Al Salaam Academy.

    Contact: justin.poe@alsalaamacademy.org

  • Mu'allim Imaadudeen Allaudeen

  • Al-Mudeer Faisel Maniar

    Faisel Maniar is an accomplished professional in the IT industry and has served for many years on the education board at ISB (Islamic Society of Baltimore). He possesses keen insights into organizational structure and utilizes his expertise to serve Al Salaam Academy as a part-time Principal.

    Contact: faisel.maniar@alsalaamacademy.org

  • “The best form of worship is the pursuit of knowledge.”

    Imam Ali رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ

  • ِAlimah Shaheda Hakim

    Shaheda Hakim is a qualified scholar with an Ijazah from Madrasah Islahul Banat in South Africa. She has taught Qur’an and Islamic Studies at various Islamic organizations and assumes the role of Superintendent at Al Salaam Academy.

    Contact: s.hakim@alsalaamacademy.org

  • Alimah Hamna Kamran

    Hamna Kamran is a graduate of Islamic Sciences from Al Madinah Institute of Knowledge and a Hafidha of the Qur'an. She holds the role of Girls' Qur'an and Islamic Studies Teacher at ASA.

    Contact: hamna.kamran@alsalaamacademy.org

  • Mu'allimah Reda Heidar

    Reda Haidar is a certified chemist with numerous academic achievements and a commanding personality. She holds the position of Admin Manager at Al Salaam Academy. Additionally, she is a member of the ASA Educational Committee.

    Contact: reda.heidar@alsalaamacademy.org