TEACHING
Lifelong Learning
Sacred learning leads to sacred living!
Lifelong learning is a vital necessity for the continual development
of one's Jewish identity, and it's never too late to start!
I enjoy teaching all ages: from preschool to young adults to adult education.
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Temple Sholom, March 2016: Confirmation of Lifelong Learning for the Adult B'nai Mitzvah Group of 2014
Congregation B'nai Israel, May 2019: I had the honor of teaching this group of ten women Hebrew and Judaics and guiding them as they accomplished their goal of becoming b'not mitzvah.
As the Clergy Liaison with the Sisterhood, I guide the lay-leaders in Jewish programming to strengthen the bonds of the WRJ-Sisterhood. For one of our events, I facilitated the Women of Reform Judaism-CBI Sisterhood as they reflected upon what "Sisterhood" means to them.
A precious preschooler watches and imitates the Shabbat tradition of candle-lighting.
Who said learning can't be fun? In this Tot Shabbat Experience, we brought unicorns to the synagogue to help the children learn about the story of Noah and the flood.
Family education gives both parents and children an opportunity to learn and deepen their understandings, no matter where they are starting from. "Torah Time" is one of my favorite programs and gives an up-close opportunity to explore our Torah and its value.
I co-led the three-week Confirmation Class Israel Trip! Together with a tour-guide and the religious school director, we offered an Israel experience full of adventure, learning, spirituality, and memories to last a lifetime! This picture is from our sunrise climb up Masada!
Mommy Minyan Mock Shabbat: Have you ever wanted to have a traditional Shabbat dinner with family or friends but weren’t sure how? The Mommy Minyan ladies joined me at the table for a Mock Shabbat dinner to learn, eat, socialize, braid challah, and reflect upon the holiness of Shabbat!
For this event, we gathered to prepare for "The Festival of Lights" as we created candle drip trays and talked about how to engage kids in the celebration of Chanukah beyond just receiving presents.
Adult Education
Past courses I have taught include: Adult B'nai Mitzvah Program, "Delving into Prayer," "Women's Torah Commentary," “The Shabbat JEW-kbox,” “Shabbat Liturgy Workshop,” “Have a Little Faith," and "Creating a Jewish Ethical Will." I am also a guest teacher for the "Introduction to Judaism" course, in partnership with local clergy colleagues.
Family Education
Family Education enables parents and children an opportunity to learn and deepen their understandings, no matter where they are starting from. Some of the programs I have taught include "Torah Time," "Shalom, Shabbat," "Bedtime Blessings," "My First Holidays," and "Family Mitzvot."