Our Faculty

Scholars. Mentors.
Mu'allimat.

Our teachers are chosen not only for their qualifications, but for their character, patience, and devotion to passing on the light of the Qur'an.

Founder & Lead Instructor

Ustadha Ramla Jama

Ustadha Ramla is the founder of Maryam Ibnat Imran Institute, which she established in 2023 with the vision of creating a nurturing environment where young sisters can develop a love for the Qur'an and strengthen their connection with Allah (SWT).

Having studied Qur'an, Tajweed, and Islamic sciences for many years, Ustadha Ramla is passionate about helping sisters build a strong foundation in their deen through proper Qur'anic recitation, memorization, and understanding. Through her teaching, she strives to inspire confidence, discipline, and a lifelong relationship with the Book of Allah.

Her mission is not only to teach the Qur'an but to cultivate a generation of young Muslim women who embody its teachings, love seeking knowledge, and remain connected to Allah (SWT) throughout their lives. Through her personal mentorship, dedication, and care for her students, she continues to guide sisters on a meaningful journey of faith, growth, and learning.

Our Instructors

Meet the team

  • In person Instructor

    Ustadha Zeynab

    Ustadha Zainab is a passionate educator dedicated to helping students grow academically and spiritually. She holds a B.A. in Global Studies and Arabic Literature and an M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instructional Leadership. She is LETRS certified and is currently pursuing a certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Fluent in Somali, Arabic, and English, she is committed to teaching Islamic studies, developing engaging curriculum, and inspiring students to build a strong connection with their faith and lifelong learning.

  • Online Instructor

    Ustadha Faiza

    Ustadha Faiza is a Qur'an teacher with over three years of experience in Tajweed, Hifdh, recitation, and Adhkar.She studied at Dar Khawlah Al-Asadiyah for Qur'an Memorization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and holds certifications from the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, as well as the Charitable Society for Qur'an Memorization. She has also completed leadership training through the 101 Mini-Leadership program.

    Throughout her studies, Ustadha Faiza consistently ranked first in her class with a grade of Excellent and received multiple certificates of academic distinction and excellence. She remains committed to seeking knowledge, refining her teaching methods, and guiding students toward confidence, accuracy, and a lifelong love for the Qur'an, insha'Allah.

Learn from teachers who truly care

Our instructors are here not just to teach, but to support your journey every step of the way.