Tamara Cohen, Rje

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Jewish Educator. Musician. Storyteller. @ shtiebel
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Caulfield South, Victoria, Australia, Australia
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About Tamara Cohen, Rje

Tammy is a Jewish Educator, Nonprofit Professional and Musician. She is passionate about nurturing individual engagement in Judaism, community development and sustainability, and innovative experiential learning opportunities for learners of all ages. Tammy has over 15 years experience in Jewish and Hebrew education, prayer leading and music programs for children and adults. She also has a love for musical theatre, purim spiels, and storytelling, and is dedicated to connecting together her love for Judaism, music and theatre.In May 2020, Tammy graduated with a Masters of Jewish Education and a Masters of Jewish Non-Profit Management from Hebrew Union College – Jewish Institute of Religion. After 3 years of living in Israel and Los Angeles, Tammy has returned to her hometown of Melbourne, Australia.In 2014, Tammy completed a Bachelor of Arts (Musical Theatre) at Federation University, Australia. Since then, incorporating her passions for Judaism, education, music and theatre has been at the forefront of her personal and professional endeavours. The training and experience in theatre has guided her work as a Jewish Professional. Drawing on the skills of Event and Stage Management, Vocal Directing and Music/Theatre Performance, Tammy has contributed as an educator, musician and non-profit professional in many settings.

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Jewish Educator. Musician. Storyteller.
Tamara Cohen, Rje Work Experience Details
  • Shtiebel
    Director Of Education
    Shtiebel Jan 2023 - Present
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Tammy is responsible for the development of new, engaging educational programs and events. She is involved in creating new modalities for Jewish education and engagement - in the both content and curriculum development, as well as rethinking the structures and expectations that surround Jewish engagement.Tammy oversees shtiebel collaborators, partners & volunteers. She has a significant role in the management of shtiebel operations, including in finance, website development, social media, marketing & communications, & community database development.Tammy is active in the development and implementation of all religious services, customs and practices at shtiebel, including lifecycle events, shabbat and festival celebrations, as well as multigenerational programs and events. She provides support to all members of the community, helping individuals and families engage in Judaism - their way. She is involved in the leading prayer, primarily through music (vocal and guitar) during religious services.
  • The King David School
    Jewish Studies Teacher & Jewish Experiential Educator
    The King David School Jan 2024 - Present
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • The Chai Collective | Giving Life To Jewish Stories Through The Arts
    Founder & Creative Director
    The Chai Collective | Giving Life To Jewish Stories Through The Arts Nov 2023 - Present
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • Freelance
    Education Consultant & Curriculum Writer
    Freelance 2020 - Present
    Tammy develops curriculum to suit the needs of particular program and organisations. Her work in this area is for both kids & adults, as well as family education programs. Tammy has been employed by organisations in Australia, New Zealand and the USA to support the development of her curriculum. When completing these projects, Tammy draws on her own experiences teaching in the classroom, as well as supporting and overseeing teachers of all ages and experience levels.
  • Freelance
    Jewish Musician, Prayer Leader And Developer
    Freelance 2015 - Present
    Jewish Musician - As a Jewish Musician, Tammy incorporates both Traditional and Contemporary Jewish Music and Prayer, in the Synagogue, community performances, singing around campfires and developing new Jewish music.Prayer Leader - Tammy has developed the T'filah experience for High School Students at The King David School, Melbourne (2017), finding new and meaningful ways for students to connect to prayer, exploring spaces outside the Synagogue, particularly outdoors. B'nei Mitzvah Experience and Service Development - Tammy has also been involved in developing B'nei Mitzvah experiences with families, preparing meaningful and individualised ceremonies. Tammy's role has involved tutoring the students and leading the services, which have taken place in Australia and Israel.Choral Director - Tammy has also been involved in developing and teaching a Youth Choir at Temple Beth Israel (2016), connecting students love for music with their Judaism. She focuses on ensuring that students learnt music that connected to their Jewish lives and could also be sung at home with their family.
  • Freelance
    Voice Teacher & Vocal Director
    Freelance 2009 - Present
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
    Tammy teaches singing technique and vocal coaching to individuals and groups. She teaches a range of styles, including musical theatre, pop, jazz, folk, and Jewish music. Tammy supports students to uncover confidence in using their voice - not only towards healthy singing, but to storytelling through their art.She has also participated in multiple theatre projects as a vocal director - for local Purim Spiels. In 2023, Tammy is also assistant director of MLOC's production of fiddler on the roof, performing in August, 2023. In this role, she supports the directors in telling this important and relevant story. She is involved in character development, singing technique & vocal direction, choreography revision, production administration, and musical direction, through conducting various rehearsals.
  • Freelance
    Performer, Devisor And Education Consultant
    Freelance 2016 - Present
    Melbourne, Australia
    Singing Swallows - Of particular importance to her family's story, is the conservation of Shoah (Holocaust) Memory. Since 2016, Tammy has been involved in devising and presenting Singing Swallows, a contemporary method of Shoah memorial, storytelling and education. Singing Swallows aims to help young children engage with the Shoah, sharing values of Tolerance, Hope, Love and Peace, ensuring that the Holocaust will not be forgotten by future generations. It was presented at Jewish Day Schools in Melbourne in 2018. In 2019, she was an Education Consultant and Actor in the Development Workshops, planning and preparing to make this production accessible to audiences of all needs and abilities. This Development further enhances the important messages of this production and its mission to connect with more young learners around the country. In 2021, singing swallows was performed at theatreworks. Tammy supported this production as an Education Consultant and Production assistant. Tammy continues to have a close relationship to this project and its creatives.
  • Freelance
    Cultural Consultant
    Freelance Nov 2023 - Present
    Jewish Cultural Consultant
  • Temple Beth Israel
    Learning And Engagement Mashpia
    Temple Beth Israel Oct 2020 - Sep 2022
    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
  • Urj 6 Points Sci Tech Academy West
    Administrative Education Graduate Intern
    Urj 6 Points Sci Tech Academy West Sep 2019 - May 2020
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Tammy was an Administrative Education Intern for the URJ 6 Points Sci-Tech as well as URJ 6 Points Sports Academy for the 2019-2020 academic year. She helped both camps to plan, prepare and recruit for Summer 2020. She planned and implemented the family ambassador programs, helping recruitment. Tammy co-wrote all Jewish content programs for Sci-Tech. She was the lead involved in creating and coordinating the inaugural URJ CA Family Camp, a collaboration between Sci-Tech West and Camp Newman. Her role included creating a budget, timeline, marketing, outreach, staffing, programming and recruitment.
  • Congregation Or Ami
    Education Graduate Intern
    Congregation Or Ami Aug 2018 - May 2020
    Calabasas, Los Angeles
    Tammy was a Teaching Education Intern with Congregation Or Ami for the 2019-2020 Academic Year. Tammy taught 5th Grade at the Mensch-ify family education program. She also coordinated and created the 4-6th grade retreat, collaborating with 9-12th graders to develop programs for the weekend. She led and staffed other retreats and the L'taken Washington D.C Teen trip. She wrote religious school curriculum and was involved in program development, Tot Shabbat services, and other prayer services. Tammy was involved in creating innovative programs for young learners and families, particularly in response to the California Wildfire and COVID-19 crises. Tammy was part of the team at Congregation Or Ami as an Education Intern for the 2018-2019 Academic Year. Tammy taught K-1 Judaica studies and 6th Grade Hebrew at the Kesher 3.0 Program. She was also involved in service leading, engaging with families at Tot Shabbat and the Mensch-ify Family Program, as well as curricula and program development.
  • Anti-Defamation League
    Graduate Student Intern
    Anti-Defamation League Oct 2018 - May 2019
    Greater Los Angeles Area
    Tammy worked alongside the Regional Operations, Development and Education teams as a Graduate Intern at ADL LA.
  • Temple Beth Israel
    High Holy Day Service Prayer Leader And Educator
    Temple Beth Israel Sep 2018 - Oct 2018
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy was involved in developing and leading services and programs throughout the High Holy Day period. Her role focused on engaging with Tot and Family services and festival programming, collaborating with staff and clergy to develop and extend community offerings. She was involved in developing an Alternative Kol Nidrei service, as well as choral and instrumental musical arrangements.
  • Temple Beth Israel
    Jewish And Hebrew Educator (Adult Education)
    Temple Beth Israel Jan 2015 - May 2018
    Melbourne, Australia
    Hebrew Education - Tammy has taught individual and group Hebrew Education to beginners, primarily using the Aleph Isn't Tough Curriculum.Melton Faculty - Tammy is also a qualified Melton Faculty member, at The Florence Melton School of Adult Jewish Learning, and has taught core curriculum classes at the Melbourne Melton School, May 2018.
  • Temple Beth Israel
    B'Nei Mitzvah Coordinator
    Temple Beth Israel Jul 2016 - Jun 2017
    Melbourne, Australia
    As B'nei Mitzvah Coordinator, Tammy focused on developing a program that connected to each child and their family, and helping each individual find purpose and meaning in this Jewish milestone. The role included individualized tutoring, running Binah (group education component), managing tutors for 40-50 students per year and administrative duties.
  • Temple Beth Israel
    Tbi Tamid Fellow
    Temple Beth Israel May 2015 - Jun 2016
    Melbourne, Australia
    In this role, Tammy focused on the education and music programs, developing skills in teaching within the supplementary religious education and b’nei mitzvah programs, youth engagement, youth choir, Jewish music and liturgy, music support to the clergy at lifecycle events, developing, coordinating and running services and activities for regular Shabbatot and Chaggim.
  • Temple Beth Israel
    Jewish Educator (Youth Education)
    Temple Beth Israel Jan 2015 - May 2015
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy's taught at TBI Tamid, the Supplementary Religious Education Program focusing on Year 6 and 7 students. During this time, Tammy taught both Jewish Studies and Hebrew. Her focus was on creating long lasting connections to individual Jewish identity, through the exploration of Jewish middot (values).
  • Temple Beth Israel
    B'Nei Mitzvah Tutor
    Temple Beth Israel Jan 2006 - May 2015
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy has mentored many students in their B'nei mitzvah journey. Her focus was on ensuring that each student had a meaningful experience and found purpose in their work towards their milestone. Tammy has taught Hebrew, Cantillation and Liturgy to each student, with lessons taking place both in person and online. Tammy also focused on creating a connection with each student, guiding students towards developing their adult Jewish identity.
  • Amigos Mexican Restaurant
    Waitress / Bartender
    Amigos Mexican Restaurant Nov 2009 - Jan 2015
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy's role included management duties and administration. She was responsible for training new staff, roster managing, supply ordering and management support.
  • Medibank Health Solutions
    Medical Receptionist
    Medibank Health Solutions 2009 - 2013
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy's role included customer service, administration and call center responsibilities. In this role, Tammy developed skills in organisation, procedures and logistics, as well as phone and face to face communication with clients of various ages, abilities and language backgrounds.
  • Maccabi Australia
    Netball Coach
    Maccabi Australia Jan 2009 - Dec 2010
    Melbourne, Australia
    Tammy coached young Jewish teens in Netball, bringing together Jews of different backgrounds and practices for training and games each week. Tammy focused on team building, fitness and of course, having fun!

Tamara Cohen, Rje Skills

Program Development Curriculum Development Nonprofit Organizations Education Leadership Public Speaking Teamwork Program Evaluation Musical Theatre Active Listening K 12 Education Theatre Singing Administration Guitar Playing Acting Management Organization Skills Volunteer Management Customer Service Interpersonal Skills Time Management Vocal Coaching Piano Playing Directing Event Management Adult Education Performing Arts Social Media Coaching Clarinet Ensemble Coaching Music Arranger Performer Service Leader Prayer Leader

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Tamara Cohen, Rje works for Shtiebel

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Tamara Cohen, Rje attended Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute Of Religion-Los Angeles, Federation University Australia, The King David School.

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