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Chabad of the North ShoreProgram Director
Aug. 2023Designed and implemented engaging weekly programs for children and adults, incorporating Jewish education, cultural activities, and social events to foster community engagement.
Organized and managed monthly Shabbat dinners, overseeing menu planning, logistics, sponsorship coordination, and volunteer teams to create a warm and welcoming environment for attendees.
Planned and executed large-scale holiday events (Rosh Hashanah, Purim, Pesach, etc.), coordinating venue setup, entertainment, catering, and outreach efforts to ensure meaningful celebrations for the community.
Developed and managed the weekly Shabbat Kiddush program, including meal preparation, sponsorship promotion, and hospitality to enhance the post-service experience for congregants.
Led marketing and outreach efforts, utilizing social media, email campaigns, and word-of-mouth strategies to increase program awareness and participation.
Managed budgets and fundraising initiatives, securing sponsorships and optimizing resources to sustain and expand community programming.
Recruited and coordinated volunteers, fostering a sense of community involvement and ensuring smooth event execution.
Maintained strong relationships with community members, donors, and local organizations, strengthening engagement and support for Chabad initiatives.
Aleph Academy of the North ShoreLead Teacher
Aug. 2018Montessori Method Integration: Developed and executed a Judaics curriculum tailored to the Montessori approach, focusing on self-directed, hands-on learning. Created individualized activities and materials that allowed students to explore Judaic concepts at their own pace, fostering independence and a deep understanding of the subject matter.
Reggio Emilia Approach Application: Implemented the Reggio Emilia philosophy by creating a rich, responsive environment that encouraged exploration and collaboration in Judaic studies. Facilitated project-based learning and used open-ended materials to inspire curiosity and creativity, allowing students to construct their own understanding through meaningful experiences.
Holistic Curriculum Development: Designed an integrated Judaics curriculum that harmonized with both Montessori and Reggio Emilia principles. Balanced self-directed learning with collaborative, inquiry-based projects to support a comprehensive and engaging educational experience for students.
Lubavitch Cheder Los AngelesTeacher
Aug. 2015 - Feb. 2017Implemented Engaging Lesson Plans: Developed and delivered dynamic and age-appropriate lesson plans that catered to diverse learning styles and abilities. Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including visual aids, interactive activities, and storytelling, to make learning both enjoyable and effective for first graders.
Cultivated a Positive Classroom Environment: Established a nurturing and supportive classroom atmosphere that promoted social-emotional development and positive behavior. Emphasized the importance of respect, collaboration, and kindness, creating a safe space where students felt valued and motivated to participate.
Monitored and Assessed Student Progress: Conducted regular assessments to track students’ academic and social growth. Used data-driven insights to tailor instruction and provide targeted support, ensuring that each child’s individual needs were met and helping them achieve their full potential.
Yaldei Yisroel Early Learning AcademyTeacher
Mar. 2014 - Oct. 2014Implement play based school philosophy in every lesson.
Create a welcoming and loving community of toddlers through circle time, art, and imaginative play. Develop social skills and creativity through structured play.
Hands on learning centers, circle time, open play, student focused art projects, independent learning.
Lubavitch Cheder Hebrew Day SchoolTeacher
Aug. 2012 - Mar. 2014Apply social skills to a community classroom
Implement curriculum in math, reading, writing, social studies, and science
Centers and small group work
Assistant Teacher
Toddler A (2yro) Assistant: help implement curriculum, write weekly newsletter, lead songs and story time.
Pre1 A (4yro) Assistant: help implement curriculum, assist with centers and lead small groups.
Sabes JCC Early Childhood CenterTeacher
Aug. 2011 - Jul. 2012Creating a caring community of learners.
Teaching to enhance development and learning.
Constructing appropriate curriculum that dovetails with Minnesota Early Learning Standards through a variety of multi-sensory activities and follows the ECC’s curriculum themes.
Continually observing and assessing children’s learning and development.
Establishing reciprocal relationships with all families.
Talmud Torah of MinneapolisTeacher
Aug. 2011 - May. 2012Third grade Hebrew and Torah teacher at a supplementary school. Classes are held three days a week for two hours each lesson. Students were expected to read and write the Hebrew alphabet, learn new vocabulary and short sentences, and recall Torah and Jewish holiday concepts.
Sixth grade Hebrew teacher. Classes are held twice a week for an hour. The class focuses on conversational and grammatical forms with intense reading skills.
Seventh and eighth grade advanced Hebrew teacher. Classes are held twice a week for an hour. The class focuses on grammatical forms and increasing vocabulary along with conversational skills.
Camp Olami, MinneapolisAdvocate
Jul. 2011 - Aug. 2011Promote a fun and inclusive social environment for a specific camper with special needs.
Collaborate with counselors and campers to promote friendships and positive awareness.
Meet the needs of the camper with each individual situation during the summer.
Darkainu Young Adult Program, MinneapolisCollaborator
Oct. 2009 - May. 2010Responsible for collaborating on a weekly basis with head programmer to create lessons in social and life skills for young adults with special needs.
Program was started at the beginning of the school year as a test to see its need in the community.
The class started off small and in no time grew to 20 students.
Class meets once a week for an hour and develops social skills and life experiences.
Highland Elementary, Columbia HeightsStudent Teaching
Aug. 2009 - Jun. 2010Responsible for teaching curriculum to a fourth grade classroom of 23 students
Responsible for developing lesson plans and teaching fourth grade curriculum.
Promoted cooperative learning, inquiry method, and higher level thinking strategies within the classroom
Collaborated with faculty of the school and from the University of Minnesota
Bet Shalom, MinnetonkaTeacher
Sep. 2008 - May. 2009Created lesson plans for seventh grade students
Collaborated with team teachers to facilitate programming
CHABAD LUBAVITCH OF THE NORTH SHOREProgram Director
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