Devora Fogelman
Natick,MA
Summary
Resourceful candidate with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families. Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on the responsibilities necessary to meet goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Care Provider
GEO Jewish Afterschool
09.2021 - Current
- Assisted elementary school aged children with transition from school
- Helped students get started on their homework
- Assisted in instruction of daily prayer and Jewish subjects
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques using framework of Nurtured Heart Approach as per school’s philosophy
- Created self growth drama curriculum,
- Prepared and led group drama activities
Language Arts and American History Teacher
New England Hebrew Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Instructed elementary and middle school aged children from 4-7th grade
- Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
- Implemented classroom management techniques
- Enhanced critical thinking skills among students by designing assignments that required them to analyze primary sources from various perspectives.
- Utilized creativity to come up with fun lesson plans and activities to enhance learning
- Fostered communication with faculty and parents to ensure student success in classroom
Hebrew School Teacher
Chabad Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Helped children develop Hebrew reading skills with games and activitie
Language Arts Teacher
Beth Rivkah School
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Taught grammar, writing, literature, and vocabulary to two classes of 7th grade girls
- Developed routine involving journal entries with reflective or creative prompts and daily quotes from literature.
- Designed lesson plans to match requirements of school and student levels
- Brainstormed strategies for increased motivation and positivity in th classroom
- Implemented classroom and behavior management techniques.
- Maintained constant communication with staff and parents
Dorm Counselor/Children's Caretaker
Pansion Beit Chaya Orphanage
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted in daily routines (morning, prayer, mealtimes, getting ready for school, homework, bedtime)
- Accompanied children on shopping trips
- Monitored bus ride back from school
- Supported children emotionally and built relationships with them
- Provided listening ear for children
- Facilitated behavior plans and instructed children in essential skills
- Created and implemented stimulating programs and activities
Education
Currently Pursuing Master's Degree - Social Work
Daemen College
Buffalo, NY09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College
Albany, NY07.2023
Skills
- Organization
- Communication
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Behavior Management
- Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
- Collaboration
- Creativity
Certification
CPR
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative
Community Engagement
- Plan and facilitate monthly youth programs for Jewish teenage girls in my community (Current)
- Run the children's Saturday afternoon program at the Chabad Center of Natick (2022-Current)
Additional Information
References
- Leah Rochel Ciment (Principal of New England Hebrew Academy): 917-498-9570
- Leah Jacobson (Principal of Beth Rivkah School): 954-258-9110
Languages
Hebrew
Professional Working
Timeline
After-School Care Provider
GEO Jewish Afterschool
09.2021 - Current
Language Arts and American History Teacher
New England Hebrew Academy
09.2021 - 06.2023
Hebrew School Teacher
Chabad Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
Language Arts Teacher
Beth Rivkah School
09.2020 - 06.2021
Dorm Counselor/Children's Caretaker
Pansion Beit Chaya Orphanage
08.2019 - 03.2020
Currently Pursuing Master's Degree - Social Work
Daemen College
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts
Excelsior College