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Orlando, Florida, United States

- Led a high-performing team of faculty and staff, mentoring them to achieve excellence in education and fostering a collaborative environment.- Developed and executed comprehensive community, media, and marketing strategies, significantly increasing the school's visibility and enhancing its positive reputation.- Successfully recruited and retained top-tier educators, ensuring a dedicated and high-performing faculty and staff team committed to the school's mission.- Secured Central Florida's largest gift in the Jewish community, including a multi-year endowment, ensuring the school's long-term financial sustainability and success. This funding supported the expansion of facilities, enhanced academic and extracurricular programs, and provided resources for professional development.- Spearheaded efforts that resulted in a 60% increase in admissions for the 2024-2025 academic year, showcasing the effectiveness of recruitment and retention strategies.- Oversaw the revamp of the Hebrew and Judaic studies curriculum for kindergarten through 5th grade, ensuring alignment with educational best practices and fostering a deeper understanding of Jewish traditions and values.- Maintained and achieved accreditation, ensuring compliance with educational standards and regulations, and continuously improving the school's academic standing.- Introduced innovative initiatives such as an outdoor classroom, comprehensive community service programs, the EC-5th Grade Reading Buddies program, and parent education experiences, positioning the school as a leader in educational excellence and holistic student development.- Successfully managed a multi million budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimal allocation of resources to support educational initiatives.

Dallas, Tx

- Created and implemented comprehensive EC-8th Judaic programming aimed at instilling a love of learning including leading the K-8th Tefilah program, introducing students to Jewish rituals and holiday customs.- Developed family programs for Shabbat and Holidays, including the creation of Parsha Sheets, enhancing engagement and strengthening the school community with the revived EC-8th Buddies program- Directly supervised a Judaics and Hebrew team, providing formal evaluations, curriculum coaching, and effective leadership to ensure high standards of education and staff performance while implementing targeted professional development programs for faculty to enhance teaching quality.- Managed annual budget for the division, ensuring fiscal responsibility and optimal allocation of resources to support educational initiatives.- Built strong relationships with parents, donors, and the board, securing their support for the school's initiatives and fostering a sense of community and collaboration.- Spearheaded efforts to increase enrollment, particularly focusing on the transition from Levine 8th grade to the AYA High School, showcasing the effectiveness of strategic collaboration and program development.

Dallas, Texas, United States

- Spearheaded collaborative efforts with public high schools across the city to establish Jewish Student Unions, fostering a sense of identity and community among students from diverse backgrounds.- Established a parent board, ran quarterly meetings, and engaged key stakeholders to ensure active participation and support, building strong relationships with parents, donors, and the board.- Managed multiple teen boards and played a pivotal role in developing dynamic programming tailored to the needs and interests of K-12th-grade students, ensuring engaging and impactful experiences.- Cultivated and nurtured strategic partnerships with the Jewish Federation, Jewish schools, and surrounding synagogues to enhance the organization's visibility and promote its mission within the community.- Initiated and successfully launched a new administrative team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.- Achieved a significant increase in fundraising capacity, with an annual growth rate of 50%, positioning the organization to surpass each year’s goal.- Implemented comprehensive training programs for entry-level program coordinators, equipping them with the necessary skills and resources to effectively fulfill their roles.- Managed logistics, marketing, recruitment, and programming for 6 weekend retreats annually, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of high-quality events.- Leveraged innovative marketing strategies and targeted outreach efforts to attract participants and maximize engagement, resulting in consistently successful and impactful retreat experiences.

Dallas, Texas, United States

- Developed and delivered comprehensive curriculum in both General Studies and Judaic Studies, incorporating innovative teaching methods such as the Multiple Intelligence Theory to enhance student engagement and understanding. This included creating tailored lesson plans that addressed diverse learning styles and needs.- Taught a diverse range of subjects, including World History, World Geography, Creative Writing, Tefilah, Chumash, Navi, Mishna, Women in Judaism, and Zionism. Ensured academic excellence and fostered a deep understanding of Jewish traditions and values among students.- Designed and implemented the Middle School schedule, optimizing student success by creating an environment conducive to learning and personal growth. This involved strategic planning to balance academic rigor with extracurricular activities.- Orchestrated diverse Jewish holiday programming and extracurricular activities, such as monthly "It's A Girl Thing" sessions for Middle School Girls, weekly Middle School Assembly, and special events like March Madness Jewish General Knowledge competition, Shabbatons, and Grandparents Day celebrations. These programs enhanced community spirit and student engagement.Led coordination between General Studies and Judaic Studies faculty, enhancing collaboration and synergy across the curriculum. Provided mentorship and support to colleagues, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality education.- Introduced and implemented innovative educational initiatives that positioned the school as a leader in educational excellence. This included the integration of technology in the classroom and the development of interactive learning experiences.- Maintained a student-centric approach in all initiatives, ensuring that programs and curricula were tailored to meet the evolving needs of students. Prioritized student well-being and academic success through continuous feedback and improvement.

- Created lesson plans tailored to each child's education level, experience, and skill set, incorporating social and creative opportunities to offer a balanced educational experience.- Utilized both standard classroom materials and self-created resources to provide enriching and engaging learning experiences, ensuring material was both interesting and educational.- Developed a personalized calendar with each student to ensure comfort with pace and deadlines, while teaching essential organizational and life skills.- Introduced students to new activities such as sports, musical instruments, and other creative pursuits to enhance their learning experience and expose them to supplementary aspects of their education.Leveraged a strong background in education, Early Childhood Education (ECE) & Education units, and a Teacher’s Certificate to create the best possible learning environment and program for each student, addressing their unique needs in a personal manner.

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Applied for and maintained NAFCC accreditation, ensuring compliance with all Family Child Care Licensing rules and regulations. Demonstrated a commitment to high standards and continuous improvement in childcare quality.- Assisted in recruiting employees by reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and training and onboarding staff. Ensured that all hires met the standards of the childcare facility, contributing to a professional and competent team.- Headed the development and implementation of a bilingual curriculum, exposing children to Jewish music and engaging them in holiday programs and projects. Fostered a culturally rich and inclusive learning environment.- Developed a balanced growth plan for children, focusing on their spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Tailored programs to meet each child at their developmental stage, ensuring comprehensive care and support.

Greater Los Angeles Area

• Created schedules for employees to follow• Headed bilingual studies• Promoted good behavior and maximized the safety of the children• Prepared, served and fed meals to the children• Developed a balanced growth plan for children that focus on the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical aspects.

Master Of Science - Ms, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Master of Science in Non-Profit Management with Jewish Educational Administration Concentration

Master Of Education - Med, Educational Leadership And Policy Studies

Principal Certification

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), History

Activities and Societies: Chabad on Campus, Hillel at UCLAUCLA Honors Student

Teacher'S Certificate, Jewish/Judaic Studies

Teaching Certificate for Jewish Private School Education