Staff Bio

Working in the field of education for over twenty-five years, I have developed Safa and Marwa Islamic School to be a foundation that raises the next generation of aspiring, educated and inspirational Canadian Muslims. My ethos for education is managing and creating the best team that cares for, inspires and teaches each child in our school community the importance of academia and deen. Fun fact: I’m athletic by nature and absolutely love to swim!

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Salam :). My name is Hoda Abdelrahim and I am the executive assistant at Safa and Marwa Islamic School. I am a highly motivated and experienced professional with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Western Ontario. However my passion extends beyond technology. I have a deep love for children and thoroughly enjoy working in educational environments. Building connections with students and witnessing their growth is an incredibly fulfilling experience for me. Above all, I am driven by the desire to make a positive impact in any organization I am a part of. I believe that by working together and leveraging our collective strengths, we can achieve great things.  Apart from school, I am a devoted mother of two beautiful children, Alhamdulillah. I love doing outdoor activities with them and spending quality time with family and friends. 

Assalamualaikum. My name is Saima Naeem and I have completed my Masters degree in Home Economics. I am the Admin Assistant at Safa and Marwa Islamic School and Alhamdulillah I have been working here for 11 years. In my position, I am responsible for looking after the Hot Lunch program, locker rentals, school supplies and electronic equipment. In my free time, I enjoy cooking and arts and crafts. I am a friendly person and enjoy meeting new people and spending time with friends and family.

I kicked off my career after getting my HR Bachelor Degree from Concordia University in Montreal (and no, I never picked up French!). After spending five years hopping between different industries, I decided to level up and completed a Graduate Diploma in Project Management from Durham College and a Mental Health First Aid certification. Now, I’m bringing all that varied experience and good energy to my role at the Safa and Marwa Islamic School. When I clock out, you can find me in the kitchen, my love for cooking is so strong it’s officially my delicious side hustle!

My name is Fatin Aldoum and I am the elementary school counsellor! I have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Disability Studies at Western University. I have worked with the Halton School Board as an Educational Assistant, supporting students with IEPs and working as a primary case worker. I love working with children, especially Muslim children, and I always try to be someone they can relate to and feel safe around. A bit about me: I was born and raised in London, Ontario, and I have three siblings. I love singing, meeting new people, and I’m always up for a good board game. You’ll usually find me fidgeting with something, just like the students! I also have a soft spot for winter activities, snow days are my favourite. 

My name is Swafiya Swaleh, and I am a trained Montessori teacher certified by the International Montessori Centre, UK, as well as a RECE. I have over 15 years of experience in early childhood education and currently serve as the JK homeroom teacher. Safa and Marwa School has been my second home for more than a decade, where I’ve enjoyed contributing to a nurturing learning environment. Outside of school, I devote my time to my family. My comfort food is a warm bowl of chicken soup—though I must admit, I don’t have much of a sweet tooth!

Assalam Aliakum.My name is Amatul Humairah and I like to be called Ms. Humairah. I hold a Master’s degree in Arts and have completed Montessori training from AMI. With over 23 years of experience in early childhood education, I am currently serving as the SK Homeroom Teacher and this is my second year at Safa and Marwa School. I have a deep passion for working with children and believe that learning is a lifelong journey with no age limit. In addition to my teaching career, I  enrolled in the Taleem-ul-Quran course to further enhance my knowledge and spiritual growth. Reading has always been one of my favorite hobbies and I enjoy keeping myself engaged through continuous learning and reflection. I am a proud grandmother to a spirited 3-year-old who keeps me young at heart and constantly reminds me of the beauty of curiosity and discovery. I take pleasure in cooking, though I have an even greater love for food cooked by others!

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Welcome! I am excited to share a little about myself with you. I have been in the teaching profession for the past 9 years, and I am deeply passionate about nurturing young minds both spiritually and academically.

I hold a graduation degree in Sociology and Education, along with a Montessori diploma. To strengthen my knowledge, I have also completed Hifzul Quran and a Taaleemul Quran course. Additionally, I am trained in CPR and First Aid, ensuring a safe learning environment for all students.

On a personal note, I am a mom of teenagers and a fourth grader, which has taught me the value of patience and understanding. In my free time, I enjoy baking and reading.

Teaching is not just a career for me—it is my true calling, and I feel privileged to guide and inspire students every day.

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My name is Omema Ali and I am the Grade 3 Homeroom teacher. It’s an honour to be part of Safa and Marwa Islamic School. I have been teaching for 9+ years now and I love my job. Teaching has always been my passion. It makes me happy to see my students learn, grow and succeed. My teaching philosophy is based on the fact that each child is different and unique with varying levels of strengths. As a teacher, I work with them to discover their strengths and reach their full potential. I have a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering and Behaviour Science and graduated from Guelph Humber with Early Childhood Education. I have worked as a Behaviour Therapist at Aim Pediatric Therapy and also as a coding instructor for kids. Currently, I am pursuing a Degree in Mathematics for Education. As an educator, I am always striving to maximize the learning of my students by making it more fun and hands-on. I am the mother of a 10 years old boy and love playing with him, especially building Lego!

My name is Mona Gouda. I hold a PhD in Islamic and Arabic Studies from Al-Azhar University, Egypt. I have more than seventeen years of experience in teaching the Arabic language, Islamic studies, the Holy Quran and its sciences inside and outside Canada. 

My hobbies include swimming and golf.

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My name is Muhammad Huzaifa, and I currently teach in the Hifz program at Safa & Marwa Islamic School. I graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a degree in Economics, and I became a Hafiz at a young age, earning high distinction from my academy and awards in Qur’an competitions along the way. I began teaching Qur’an in grade 10 at my local masjid, helping students strengthen their memorization, tajweed, and discipline. I also played varsity basketball and am very athletic, which helps me bring energy and motivation into the classroom.

A fun fact about me is that I’m a huge Kyrie Irving fan and have attended many NBA games!

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Assalamu’alaikum! My name is Adam Labas, and I’m one of the middle school math and science teachers. I graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelors of Science. My background is in Actuarial Science and Statistics. As I transition into teaching, I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor of Education. I’m a passionate and energetic educator who strives to make learning engaging and meaningful for every student. I love all my students for the sake of Allah and I aim to inspire them to be curious, to manage the emotions associated with learning, and to see the beauty of knowledge in the deen and the dunya.

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Salam,

Assalamu Aleikum My name is Reshma Mukadam and I am a high school science teacher at Safa and Marwa for 3 years. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science(physics) and Bachelor of Education from Mumbai University and holding license of Ontario certified teacher (OCT). I began my teaching career in the Star high school in Mumbai and then taught 7 years in Doha Qatar as a high school science teacher at Ruqayya Albayan Educational Complex and 2 years at American Academy. This year I am teaching grade 11 Biology and Chemistry, grade 12 Biology and Chemistry and grade 9 Science and grade 10 Science. Currently, I live in Mississauga with my husband and my 4 four children. I enjoy cooking, reading, shopping and spending time with my family.

Salam, I’m Javaria Aafaq Tarar, your resident math enthusiast who believes numbers have personalities too! I hold a Bachelor’s and a Master’s in Mathematics from NUST, Pakistan, along with a Bachelor’s in Education. I’ve been teaching Mathematics and Science for over seven years, mostly at the high school level, and I love turning math anxiety into math curiosity. Calculus and functions are my idea of fun (yes, really!). A fun fact about me, I’m a mathematician by profession and an artist by passion, proving that creativity and logic make the perfect equation!