Resume
Education
2024 (Transfer) - Present
University of San Francisco - San Francisco
TESOL (Teaching English As A Second Language) Master of Arts (MA)
2020 - 2023
UCSC Silicon Valley Extension - Santa Clara, California
TESOL (Teaching English As A Second Language) Certificate​
2013 (Transfer) - 2015
UC. Davis - Davis, California
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication (Education Minor)
Work
Experience
Palo Alto Union School District
September 2021 - Present
Student Attendant
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Assist students needing help/attention on tests, classwork, and other needs
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Manage student behavior
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Collaborate with general education teachers and other staff members on how to best address student needs
Private Tutor
June 2020 - November 2021
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Planned and provided short Hebrew lessons for two students virtually
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Assisted elementary students with online learning, school work, and other assignments
City Year San José/Silicon Valley
January 2019 - June 2019
​Mid Year AmeriCorps Member
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Prepared and implemented student intervention plans and lessons for a small group of fifth graders focusing primarily on vocabulary and comprehension reading skills, test preparation, community building, and socio-emotional learning skills
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Collaborated with teachers, school staff, and other City Year staff to assist with and coordinate classroom support, testing and test preparation, and school and other community events in Cureton Elementary School
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Led an after-school program providing homework support as well as presenting whole-class instruction based on the STEAM learning model and another recreational programming
Studio 70 Edah Community
July 2017 - June 2018
Education Fellow
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Provided a warm and safe after-school program for children in grades K-5 emphasizing Jewish values and content, Hebrew language speaking and writing skills, and social and emotional growth
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Took part in professional staff meetings dealing with innovations and dilemmas in education and discussed how to best apply them in an after-school setting
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Learned about nonviolent communication, inquiry-based learning, experiential learning, Jewish education, and other educational approaches from experienced educators and professionals
Oshman Family JCC
March 2017 - July 2017
​After School Teacher/Summer Camp Counselor
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Provided a fun and safe space for recreation and learning for children ages 5 to 13 in an after-school setting and summer camp
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Collaborated with teachers and co-counselors to plan and organize indoor and outdoor activities
South Peninsula Hebrew Day School
February 2016 - January 2017
Third Grade General Studies Teacher Aide
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Taught alongside an experienced lead teacher to engage students in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies and assisted in analyzing and grading student work
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Worked individually with both English and Hebrew-speaking students in all subjects in need of assistance with instructions and school work
Volunteer Work
Jewiss Family Services of
Silicon Valley
February 2025 - Present
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​Vocational ESL Instructional Aide
Jewish Family and Children's Services of San Francisco
May 2020 - Present
Palo Alto & San Francisco​​
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Covid-19 Volulunteer Food Runner
I delivered groceries from the JFCS food pantry in the South Bay to the homes of elders and other clients. -
Assist and participate in social gatherings for neurodiverse adults monthly
BBYO
November 2019 - January 2025
Advisor/Staff
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Work closely with Jewish teens to run strong chapter programs, develop leadership skills and make an impact in their local Jewish community.
Camp Okizu
January 2014 - August 2024
Camp Counselor​
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Provide respite, mentoring, and recreational programs for families affected by childhood cancer
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Responsible for a group of children's health, safety, and general well-being both for 24 hours a week during summer camps and during weekend-long camps with parents in the mornings and afternoons
Certificats
My Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages certificate from the University of California Extension, Santa Cruz
My leadership certificate from The National Society of Leadership and Success, demonstrating my ability to self-identify, develop goals, and engage with others. I developed a plan to accomplish goals and work towards those goals.