PITTISBURGH, PA 15106• PITTs • (216) 258‑1692 • SAYED_A1965@YAHOO.COM
Professional Summary
Accomplished Imam with extensive experience (over 20 years) and abilities as an Imam in the United States. Excellent reputation for amiable attitude in interaction with people and community involvement.
Ran various religious programs including halaqas, youth camps, Sharia’s courses, family, personal counseling, Dawah programs and other services.
Skills
| Provide Islamic religious guidance, practices, and leadership of Muslim community in accordance with teaching of Quran and SunnahTeaching and counseling skills regarding marriage, family, social and economical issuesLeading Taraweeh prayer | Having great experience of interaction with students of different age groups and culturesAbility to bring community togetherExperience in conducting fundraising events |
Work History
Imam 05/2014 to Current
Attwheed Islamic Center – Carnegie, PA
- Led daily prayers and give Khaterahs (small talks). Deliver Fridays and Eid Khutabs and prepare special inspiring and uplifting program for Ramadan.
- Developed and manage signature programs such as Friday Family Night program and adult Islamic and Qur’anic classes
- Conducted fundraising activities as outlined. Established leadership and creativity in fundraising.
- Conducted Services such as Janazah (funerals) and officiate marriages for community members. Provided religious counseling (matrimonial and divorce) as needed.
- Established community building and social programs to build American Muslim identity and promote concept of belonging.
- Led outreach and Dawah activities for both Muslims and people of other faiths
Imam 08/2008 to 07/2014
Islamic Center Of Cleveland – Cleveland, OH
- Ensured all religious rituals and obligations are being fulfilled with Ihsan and directly filling in where necessary including: Daily Salah, Friday Khutbas, Taraweeh, Janazah prayer, etc.
- Lead establishment of unified Muslim community and foster sense of inclusion among all community members from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Establish and promote educational and extracurricular programs for adult and Youth to increase knowledge and provide for spiritual growth
- Maintained regular and convenient office hours at Masjid for community members to seek religious counsel and guidance
- Participated in community activities that further good interfaith and public relations for Islam and Muslims and represent “Islamic Information Center” at events held by other organizations
- Provided consultation to Board of Directors on religious matters, community issues, and masjid related activities as requested.
- Interacted with all persons and organizations, Muslim and Non Muslims, in manner that reflects positively on Masjid
- Attended management meeting for religious guidance, special events planning, and vision sharing
Arabic Lecturer, Assistant Professor 08/2009 to 05/2014
Cleveland State University – Cleveland, OH
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for Arabic curriculum.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Developed and taught undergraduate courses in for department offerings serving major, minor and general students.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Professor 01/2006 to 01/2008
Islamic American University – Southfield, MI
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Shifted between informal and formal methods of teaching to create multi-layered web of learning incorporating experiments, practical activities, discussions and projects into lessons.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Developed and taught undergraduate courses in for department offerings serving major, minor and general students.
Imam 01/2002 to 04/2008
Flint Islamic Center – Flint, MI
- Led daily prayers and give Khaterahs (small talks). Deliver Fridays and Eid Khutabs and prepare special inspiring and uplifting program for Ramadan.
- Developed and manage signature programs such as Friday Family Night program and adult Islamic and Qur’anic classes
- Conducted fundraising activities as outlined. Established leadership and creativity in fundraising.
- Conducted Services such as Janazah (funerals) and officiate marriages for community members. Provided religious counseling (matrimonial and divorce) as needed.
- Established community building and social programs to build American Muslim identity and promote concept of belonging.
Imam 03/1998 to 03/2002
Muslim American Association (MCA) – Santa Clara, CA
Friday sermons
Religious Halqa
Youth camp organizer
Shari’a courses
Counseling services
Dawah programs
Life cycle services
Imam, 03/1997 to 05/1998
Masjid Muadh – Detroit, MI
Imam, 03/1989 to 10/1997
Masjid Al-Ridah – Adan, Yemen
Education
Ph.D: Comparative Between Islamic And American Penal Law, 2011
Al-Azhar University, American International University – Alexandria, VA
Ph.D.: 05/2004
International American University – Alexandria, VA
Divorce Impacts and Consequences According to Islamic Jurisprudence and American Law
Master of Arts: Islam And American Law Comparative Study, 05/2002
Open American University – Alexandria, VA
Bachelor of Science: Law, 06/1987
Tanta University – Tanta, Egypt
Certifications
- Certificate of Quran Recitation According to Imam Qaloon, Imam Alkisaee 1994
- Ten Year Reward for Quran and Arabic Teaching 1992
- Certificate of Quran Recitation According to Imam Hafs 1992
- Certificate of Quran Memorization 1980
Publications
- Article on Judicial Application of Islamic Law in Modern Times
- Criminal Law Research Paper
- Friday Sermons Published on Islamiccenterofcleveland.org
- “Divorce Impact and Consequences according to Islamic Jurisprudence and American Law”
- “Comparative Study between Islamic and American Panel Laws”
