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San Diego County, California, United States

- Developing and executing the strategic vision for programming and engagement across all four campuses (UCSD, SDSU, USD, CSUSM)- Managing the program budget, tracking engagement metrics, and ensuring the staff meets engagement goals- Working closely with the programming team to create enriching Jewish life programs- Mentoring student leaders and staff, while fostering meaningful Jewish experiences- Advocating for the inclusion and support of Jewish students' safety and well-being, while cultivating strong relationships with senior level university officials and faculty- Representing Hillel in community-wide programs and partnerships

Israel

- Independent tour guide – created customized itineraries and programs for private clients.- Created pricing contracts with a variety of Israeli suppliers and partners.- Taught the Ministry of Tourisms official tour guiding course to guides in training.- Educational tour guide for organizations such as Birthright, Tel Aviv University, Hebrew Union College, the Shitim Institute, and “Hashomer Hatzair”.

Hod Hasharon, Central, Israel

- Managed comprehensive travel and educational program for over 1,000 young adults annually. - Provided strategic organizational and operational leadership for entire department.- Held fiscal responsibility for budgeting and financial planning.- Owned planning and execution for all educational curriculum, pedagogy, itineraries, logistical implementation, and safety & security protocols.- Built and maintained strategic relationships with partners, donors and vendors.- Managed a staff of 50-60 educators, dorm counselors, and logistics coordinators.- Participated in fundraising events and meetings with key stakeholders. Raised over $100,000 to ensure ongoing program funding.- Interviewed and hired all staff members for education and travel programs.

Hod Hasharon, Central, Israel

- Instructed 16-18 year old students in courses exploring Jewish history and the land of Israel in efforts to strengthen students' Jewish identity and relationship with Israel.- Managed travel to historical sites, supervised "madrichim", and handled all disciplinary and safety matters.- Traveled abroad to recruit and engage teens in America and Australia to grow high school programs

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

- Spent 6 weeks as an emissary (“shaliach”) for the Jewish Agency in Sydney, Australia- Worked at the New South Wales Board of Jewish Education, leading two camps, teaching Jewish studies in local schools, and working as part of the administrative team.

Hod Hasharon, Central, Israel

- Conducted and supervised practices, player conditioning, and prepared game strategies.- Provided leadership, direction, and supervision relevant to the players’ personal development.

Jerusalem, Israel

- Served as the movements-on-the-ground presence in Israel and was the main point of contact between the office, the parents, and the leaders of the tour.- Responsible for all welfare, social, and disciplinary issues that arose during the tour, which comprised of 250 teenagers.

Hod Hasharon, Central, Israel

• Supervised, trained and mentored junior staff members.• Identified and responded to student behavioral issues, and report concerns to management.• Communicated with parents regarding participant experiences and expectations.• Maintained accurate program records, including incident reports, logs, and daily attendance reports.

Hod Hasharon, Central, Israel

• Planned, coordinated, and executed activities for 6 different student groups.• Assisted in direction and supervision of students in their living unit and during activities while championing program initiatives and mission.• Provided leadership to students and acted as a role model in all areas of program activities, including cleanliness, punctuality, chores, rules, and sportsmanship.

San Diego, California, United States

- Led all sports activities over the eight-week summer day camp at the JCC.- Managed junior staff, oversaw equipment inventory, and was part of the camps senior leadership team.

Israel

- Served in the elite Special Forces Reconnaissance Battalion Nahal.- Selected to participate in a 4 month commanders course.

Pennsylvania, United States

- Coordinated daily agendas, schedules, materials and staff roles/responsibilities.- Mentored and supported​ counselors in lesson/activity development and implementation.- Provided a nurturing, safe and fun environment for all staff and campers (emotionally and physically).- Responded to, reported, and documented all safety incidents according to the risk management protocol.- Resolved conflicts with campers and staff when they arose.- Maintained knowledge and responsibility of all campers individual health and medical needs.- Implemented community building activities, reflections and discussions to enhance intrapersonal and interpersonal skills of campers and staff.

Pennsylvania, United States

- Led camp activities as per daily schedules.- Oversaw safety of campers, and was accessible at all times to address any emergency situations or incidents.- Nurtured a sense of community among campers, counselors, parents and guests.- Ensured total cleanup at the end of each day.

Master Of Arts - Ma, The Ruderman Program For American Jewish Studies

Bachelor Of Education - Bed, History And Israel Studies, 91.6

Awarded two academic achievement scholarships.