25 Interview Questions to Ask an Online Quran Teacher (2025)

Choosing a Quran teacher online in 2025 requires clarity about qualifications, safety, and teaching style. Use this parent-friendly checklist when booking trials or interviewing potential tutors.

Certification and Background

1. Do you hold an Ijazah? In which riwayah and from whom?
2. What Islamic university or institute did you graduate from (if any)?
3. How many years have you been teaching online?
4. Do you have references or reviews from previous students?
5. Are background checks required by your academy?

Teaching Approach

6. How do you assess a student's level in the first session?
7. What is your weekly structure for reading, Tajweed, and review?
8. How do you adapt lessons for children vs adults?
9. What materials do you use (mushaf print, worksheets, recordings)?
10. How do you track progress and provide feedback?

Safety and Professionalism

11. Do you teach with the camera on? What rules ensure a professional environment?
12. Is there an admin present in group classes, and are sessions recorded?
13. What are your punctuality and cancellation policies?
14. How do you handle complaints or concerns?
15. What are your expectations for parents' involvement (for kids)?

Scheduling and Communication

16. Which time zones do you cover, and how flexible is your schedule?
17. What platforms do you use (Zoom, Meet), and what is your tech setup?
18. How do you communicate homework and corrections between lessons?
19. Do you offer make-up classes? Under what conditions?
20. How do you encourage consistency during busy weeks?

Results and Motivation

21. What outcomes can I expect after 3 months?
22. How do you help students overcome plateaus?
23. What strategies keep kids focused and motivated?
24. Do you provide progress reports or certificates?
25. How do you balance accuracy with confidence building?

Pro Tips for Trials

• Prepare a short surah your child already knows to observe correction style.
• Ask the teacher to demonstrate fixing one specific makharij issue.
• Request a written follow-up plan after the trial.

Next Steps

• Book a Free Trial Lesson
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