Meet Hosam Kanaber: Expert Arabic and Quran Teacher

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Bachelor's Degree (BA)

Cairo, Egypt

About me


Hosam Kanaber is a distinguished online Arabic and Quran teacher with a legacy of excellence spanning over 15 years. His passion lies in teaching non-native speakers, a mission that has connected him with students from every corner of the globe through the innovative platform of IQRA Network.

 

A Philosophy of Clarity and Challenge

 

For Hosam, true fulfillment comes from witnessing his students’ progress firsthand. Seeing them master the intricate rules of Tajweed or blossom into confident speakers of conversational Arabic is the driving force behind his teaching. He believes in a balanced approach, crafting lessons that are structured, interactive, and intellectually engaging. This harmony of clarity and challenge ensures that every student is supported while being encouraged to reach their full potential. At IQRA Network, Hosam leverages the latest educational technology to create a dynamic and effective learning environment that truly makes a difference.

 

Premier Qualifications and Expertise

 

Hosam’s expertise is built on a robust academic foundation. He holds a Diploma in Education from Kafr El-Sheikh University and has pursued advanced studies at the American University in Cairo, where he specialized in curriculum design, assessment systems, and educational psychology. His deep understanding of pedagogy is further enriched by multiple certifications in teaching Arabic as a second language, focusing on student learning styles and linguistic priorities for non-Arab learners.

 

As a certified Quran instructor, he is honored to hold a prestigious Ijazah in the narration of Imam Asim by both Hafs and Shu’bah. This dual certification represents the highest standard of Quranic transmission and reflects his unwavering commitment to precision and authenticity in his teaching.

 

A Dual Mission of Teaching and Service

 

Since 2006, Hosam has dedicated himself to teaching in both in-person and online settings. He has been a proud member of the IQRA Network family since 2017, where he continues to embody the vision of learning with purpose. Alongside his role at IQRA, Hosam serves as the Imam and preacher at Al-Huda Mosque in Cairo, a responsibility that deepens his mission to guide and uplift his community.

 

For Hosam Kanaber, teaching is not merely a profession—it is a calling, a passion, and a prayer answered.

 

Join Ustadh Hosam on a journey to master the Arabic language and the recitation of the Quran. Book a trial lesson today.

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Arabic LanguageIslamic HistoryQuran RecitationTeaching kids

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Each IQRA instructor is a certified professional as an Arabic tutor online or an online Quran tutor trained to teach you and your family. Our instructors offer excellent command of the recitation and memorization of the Quran and are skilled in Arabic grammar.

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Aside from being qualified professionals, our teachers also offer a background of experience in teaching Arabic language, Fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence), Tafseer, Tajweed and Islamic history.

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We also offer the option of an online female Quran teacher to address those needs. Our tutors are trained to handle children ages 5 to 15, and can create a welcoming online learning environment to best suit your family’s need

Our tutor hiring process is rigorous. Each candidate must go through a round of interviews and a verification process. All candidates are also required to complete a full background check. This process guarantees that only the best are selected to instruct families throughout their Arabic and Quran learning journey.

To ensure that our instructors are always delivering high-quality teaching, they must participate in regular evaluations to verify that their knowledge and skills still consistently meets our standards..

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Here are responses to some frequently-asked questions

Can I choose to have a female teacher?

Yes. Most women prefer to be taught by a female. Our female teachers are certified with ijaza, have taught for years, and have attained recognition as a scholar. They are all highly qualified and offer a level of comfort to our female students. Let us know your preference and we are happy to arrange it.

How do you pick your teachers?

With thousands of applications a year, we are blessed to be in a position to choose only the best. It is a rigorous application and background check process. They must go through a preliminary round of vetting before being offered an interview. After hiring, they are required to successfully complete a training and onboarding procedure before they teach their first student. All our teachers have regular in-service training sessions to empower them with the latest tools in education.

How do you maintain quality?

Every lesson is recorded. There is no other program that offers recorded sessions and the opportunity to view them. The academic advising team uses it for training purposes and to continually find ways to improve and make it dynamic for the student.

Do the teachers speak English?

Yes. With the majority of our students being native English speakers, it’s important that we maintain a staff of English-speaking teachers and advisors. Be assured, our native Arabic speaking teachers all have English aptitude.