Devorah Elkan
Oberlin,USA
Summary
Many years of experience in formal and informal education. An ability to create, plan and execute innovative educational programming. Strong people skills which allowed working with people of a wide age range and diverse backgrounds. Years of experience has created a well rounded educator and leader. Fluent in Hebrew and English
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Scholar in residence
Jewish summer Fellowship
Kingstong, NY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Teaching collage level text base Tanach and Halacha classes
- Providing individual mentorship for participants of program
- Creating and implementing specialty programs to enhance the Jewish journey and experience of the participants.
- Assisted in curriculum development for educational programs focused on Jewish culture and history.
- Engaged participants in discussions, fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Coordinated logistics for summer fellowship activities, ensuring smooth execution of events.
Lead teacher
Torah Nursery Inc.
South Euclid, OH
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Lead teacher of a toddler classroom (18mon-3yr)
- Leading an educational team, creating and implementing curriculum and educational content
- Providing Parent support and guidenss both in group and individual settings.
Long term substitute teacher
Kushner Hebrew Academy
Livingston, NJ
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Substitute teacher for 2nd - 5th grade Hebrew and Judaics
- Curriculum included full emersion Hebrew language (Tal Am)
Preschool assistant teacher
Cheder Lubavitch
Morristown, NJ
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Assist the lead teacher in a pre-K classroom in preparing and executing educational programs.
- Facilitate afternoon care for the pre-nursery (2 year olds) and nursery (3 year olds) classrooms.
Lower School Teacher
Greenfield Hebrew Academy
Atlanta, GA
01.2007 - 01.2008
- 4th Grade Hebrew and Judaic studies teacher
- Curriculum included Chumash, Nach, and chaggim
- Curriculum included full emersion Hebrew language (Tal Am)
Pre-School Teacher
Keshet Preschool (JCC)
Atlanta, GA
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Head teacher for the two year old classroom
- Facilitated programming to teach holidays, and prayers
High School Teacher
Yeshiva Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Judaic Studies
- 9th and 10th grade girls
Educator
Jewish Agency for Israel
Jerusalem, Israel
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Lead tour groups for organizations such as Birthright, and overseas Jewish schools through the department of "Israel Exspeirence"- Torani Division.
- Traveled numerous times to the United States to lecture about Israel and Judaism. Students ranged from elementary school age to college. Through the "Zionist Seminars".
- Collaborated with colleagues to create inclusive educational programs promoting cultural understanding.
Lead teacher
Fucs Mizrachi school
Beachwood, OH
01.2020 - 2023
- Lead teacher of 4th grade- Mechanacht
- Differentiated teaching model to accommodate a variety of academic needs
- Multi sensory teaching to accommodate a variety of learning styles
- Creation and implementation of Halacha curriculum
- Implementation of ‘HaKriya Ve’Hakedusha’ reading curriculum
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and tailored instruction to meet diverse needs.
- Collaborated with administrative staff to enhance school programs and educational initiatives.
- Established a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and engagement.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
Co-Director
Chabad at Oberlin
Oberlin, OH
01.2010 - 2026
- Co-directing a non-profit organization, Planning and executing holiday and educational events
- Teacher of collage level classes
- Teacher of Judaic studies enrichment in individual and small groups
- Mentoring students on an individual basis.
- Developed and implemented community outreach programs to enhance engagement and participation.
- Coordinated educational activities and workshops, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Oversaw operational budgets, optimizing resource allocation for events and programs.
- Led strategic planning sessions, aligning organizational goals with community needs and resources.
- Fostered an inclusive environment that valued diversity of thought, experience, and background among team members.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems through creative problem-solving techniques and cross-functional collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mt. St. Vincent
NY07.2026
Licensed Life Coach - Life Coaching
Yozmot College-Bar Ilan University
Ramat Gan, Israel01.2026
No Degree - Jewish Education And Geography
Bar-Ilan University
Ramat Gan, Israel07.2005
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Nishmat Institute for Higher Judaic Studies
Jerusalem, Israel01.2002
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Israel’s Ministry of Education
Israel01.2000
Skills
- Operations management
- Strategic planning
- Budgeting expertise
- Project management
- Crisis management
- Program coordination
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Complex Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Have taught in many capacities, both formal and informal
- Have a wide array of experience ranging from pre-school to college-age students
- Have created may innovative methods to entertain and educate students
- Have learned the ability to lesson plan while maintaining flexibility to accommodate students learning styles.
Timeline
Lead teacher
Fucs Mizrachi school
01.2020 - 2023
Scholar in residence
Jewish summer Fellowship
01.2019 - 01.2021
Lead teacher
Torah Nursery Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2014
Co-Director
Chabad at Oberlin
01.2010 - 2026
Long term substitute teacher
Kushner Hebrew Academy
01.2009 - 01.2010
Preschool assistant teacher
Cheder Lubavitch
01.2008 - 01.2009
Lower School Teacher
Greenfield Hebrew Academy
01.2007 - 01.2008
Pre-School Teacher
Keshet Preschool (JCC)
01.2006 - 01.2007
High School Teacher
Yeshiva Atlanta
01.2005 - 01.2006
Educator
Jewish Agency for Israel
01.2002 - 01.2005
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Nishmat Institute for Higher Judaic Studies
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Israel’s Ministry of Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Mt. St. Vincent
Licensed Life Coach - Life Coaching
Yozmot College-Bar Ilan University
No Degree - Jewish Education And Geography
Bar-Ilan University