Brocha Borenstein
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Passionate educator with background in tutoring across various subjects including mathematics, science, and language arts. Skilled in creating engaging and personalized learning experiences to meet individual student needs. Demonstrated ability to improve academic performance through innovative teaching strategies and positive reinforcement. Enhanced student confidence and fostered love for learning in previous roles.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Music
Instructor
Brooklyn, NY
01.2016 - Current
- Guided students in mastering musical instruments: piano, guitar, keyboard, and drums.
- Used different techniques, including note-free lessons.
- Motivated each student individually, making lessons fun and accomplishing.
Musical Accompaniment
Bais Yaakov,Bnoseinu, Hamaspik, HASC,Samcheinu,
Brooklyn, NY
01.2016 - Current
- Provided instrumental support for stage performances and various events.
- Worked collaboratively with music directors for musical accompaniment.
- Enhanced audience morale with music, activities
Teacher 1st and 2nd Grade
Masores Bais Yaakov
Brooklyn, NY
09.2010 - 06.2016
- Created a safe, nurturing classroom environment to foster student learning.
- Encouraged student curiosity and continuous learning by incorporating innovative teaching strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
Music Lessons
Private Practice
Brooklyn, NY
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Incorporated manipulatives and hands-on activities to consolidate important music concepts.
- Incorporated improvisation exercises into lessons regularly so that students can learn how to express themselves musically without relying solely on written notation.
First and Second Grade Teacher
Bais Chaya Mushka Chabad
Toronto, Canada
09.2005 - 06.2006
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to engage students in learning the fundamentals of reading.
- Adapted lessons according to the needs of diverse learners including those with special educational requirements.
- Evaluated student needs to provide helpful resources and support.
Special Education Teacher/ Third Grade Teacher
Shaarei Torah
Brooklyn, NY
09.2000 - 06.2005
- Adapted curriculum materials as needed to meet individualized student needs.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to include students in classroom activities.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
English/Judiasm Teacher for Immigrants
Bais Yaakov Academy
Brooklyn, NY
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Planned, organized and taught lessons for adult English language learners involving listening, speaking, reading and writing instructional components.
Head Counselor
Camp Tubby
Woodbourne, NY
07.1993 - 08.1993
Education
High School Diploma -
Yeshivah of Brooklyn
Brooklyn06-1990
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Bais Yaakov Seminar Lemoros/Intensive Program
BrooklynSkills
- Expert instrumentalist
- Life skills instruction
- Social skills training
- Cognitive and behavioral development
- Motivating students
- Positive role model
- Skills development
- Inclusion strategies
- Social skills development
Accomplishments
- Travelled to Russia upon request to teach Judaism to ages ranging from 8 to 13 years old
- Counselor for Special Needs Children in Camp Regesh.
Timeline
Private Music
Instructor
01.2016 - Current
Musical Accompaniment
Bais Yaakov,Bnoseinu, Hamaspik, HASC,Samcheinu,
01.2016 - Current
Teacher 1st and 2nd Grade
Masores Bais Yaakov
09.2010 - 06.2016
Music Lessons
Private Practice
01.2006 - 01.2009
First and Second Grade Teacher
Bais Chaya Mushka Chabad
09.2005 - 06.2006
Special Education Teacher/ Third Grade Teacher
Shaarei Torah
09.2000 - 06.2005
Head Counselor
Camp Tubby
07.1993 - 08.1993
English/Judiasm Teacher for Immigrants
Bais Yaakov Academy
01.1993 - 01.1994
High School Diploma -
Yeshivah of Brooklyn
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Bais Yaakov Seminar Lemoros/Intensive Program
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