CHAYA SARA BARROCAS

Dynamic educator with extensive experience at Pardes Day School, specializing in curriculum development and child-centered learning. Proven track record in fostering family engagement and implementing multisensory instruction. Successfully led a team to achieve top accreditation scores, enhancing the educational experience for diverse learners. Passionate about holistic child development and collaborative teaching.

• CECE - Chabad Early Childhood Education Network
• PACA - Pennsylvania Child Care Association
• Pittsburgh Jewish Preschool Director Group

• Torah Umesorah Teaching Certificate, 1993
• Directors Academy, Agency for Jewish Learning, 2008
• Reggio Emilia International Study Tour, Loris Malaguzzi Center, Italy, 2017

Shlucha, Nashville, TN, 01/94, 12/00, Organized holiday events, women's classes, and Jewish meditation workshops., Taught Tanya and Taharas Hamishpocho classes., Served as Mikvah attendant and Mommy & Me educator.

• Every Jewish child deserves an excellent education.
• Quality interactions are the key to a meaningful early childhood experience.
• A whole-child approach is essential for meeting the needs of children.
• Classrooms should be beautiful, intentional, and responsive to children's skills, interests, and backgrounds.
• Educators must be lifelong learners.