Teach a 6th grade, self contained, special education class at PS/MS 279 in the Bronx.

• Selected from approximately 40,000 applicants nationwide to join national teacher corps of recent college graduates and professionals who commit two years to teach in under-resourced public schools. • Participate in intensive summer training program to develop the skills and knowledge needed to achieve significant gains in student achievement. Simultaneously teach in summer school program run by Teach For America for students in New York public and charter schools under the supervision of a faculty of experienced teachers. • Engage in professional development activities, including seminars, discussion groups, workshops, individual and group reflections, readings, and ‘learning teams’ specific to my teaching license area.• Awarded Sue Lehmann Award for Excellence in Teaching Regional Finalist (2012)

•1st and 4th grade Judaic studies and Hebrew teacher. •Plan an engaging curriculum that covers Jewish history, bible, and holidays and incorporates students' interests. •Tailor teaching style to cater to the needs of each age group•Provide instruction and facilitate classroom discussions•Develop curriculum materials to aid in classroom learning

• Mentored a class of college freshmen• Taught the weekly freshmen seminar • Managed the class through the semester’s assignment • Empowered the students with research and time management skills, helping them to meet the class deadlines.

• Worked the Economic Development Division of the New City Law Offices,• Gained hands-on experience in the extensive work required for urban renewal and development. • Aided attorneys by outlining important documents, such as leases.• Created an internal database of legal opinions and division memorandum.