Operations Team צוות תפעול לוגיסטי
Nina Gardner נינה גרדנר
Nina Gardner was born and raised in the Bronx, and she has been working in education for over ten years. Nina currently is in pursuit of her degree from the City College of NY in Guidance Counseling. In her spare time, Nina is an avid pin collector, world traveler and brunch enthusiast. She loves getting to work with kids and amazing families.
Email: ngardner@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Morgan Vickers מורגן ויקרס
Morgan Vickers is originally from Louisville, Kentucky, but she currently lives in Harlem. She studied at Western Kentucky University. If she could have any superpower, it would be to read minds. Her favorite part of the job is getting to see all of the hard work come to light!
Email: mvickers@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Trinee Adams טריני אדמס
Trinee D. Adams is a life-long Harlem resident who has been in the field of Education for 20+ years. Having worked at various organizations and schools throughout New York City, Baltimore and Philadelphia, language acquisition has proven to be one of her favorite subjects (no matter the language!). She has a degree in Film, Direction and Production from Temple University and two Masters from CUNY City College. She looks forward to one day being called Dr. Adams and is looking to pursue a doctorate in the near future. The Harlem Hebrew Language Academy neighborhood is not new to Trinee as she grew up, partaking in neighborhood activities; dance class, girl scouts, youth development programs and as an adult joined the Auxiliary PD at the 28th Pct! New to the Harlem Hebrew Language Academy as the Assistant Director of Operations, Trinee is excited to continue to strengthen the communications within the school community.
Email: tadams@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Mental Health Team צוות תמיכה
Mimi Ogawa-Spigland מימי או. ספיגלנד
Mimi Ogawa-Spigland was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan and moved to New York for college. Now Mimi is a Brooklynite. Mimi studied Creative Writing at Hunter College and Social Work at Fordham University. If Mimi could have a superpower, she would want to have a “Dokodemo-dowa,” which means “a door that opens to anywhere” in Japanese, so she can eat a baguette in Paris, sushi in Tokyo and the best falafel in Haifa on the same day! What Mimi loves the most about her job is that she can get to be part of the students’ lives and be their “biggest fan.”
Email: mospigland@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Coco Faiella קוקו פיילה
Coco Faiella is from Little Silver, New Jersey, and currently lives in Lower Manhattan. She studied at University of California, Los Angeles and completed her Master’s at Columbia University School of Social Work. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation so she could visit her loved ones who live across the country and in Canada whenever she wanted! Her favorite part of her job is getting to develop strong, meaningful, supportive, and safe relationships with our amazing students and their wonderful families.
Email: cfaiella@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Culture Team צוות תַרְבּוּת
Tyshawn Dinkns טיישון דיקינס
Tyshawn was born and raised in the Bronx, New York, where he still loves today. He loves playing basketball and traveling the world – which is the sort of superpowers he hopes to have someday. He loves supporting kids and providing a safe space for kids to go to learn, stay out of trouble, grow, and become the best person they can possibly be!
Email: tdinkins@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Pre-Kindergarten Team צוות גן טרום חובה
Alliyah Lewis Trimm אלייה טרים
Amirim – Room 211 and 212
Alliyah Trimm Lewis split her time growing up between Mount Vernon, New York, and Christiansted, St. Croix, USVI. She currently lives in Norwalk, Connecticut. By studying at Hunter College for both her undergraduate and graduate career, she obtained degrees in English Literature, Childhood Education (Grades 1-6) and Early Childhood Education (Birth-2). If Alliyah could have any super power in the world, it would be the ability to breathe underwater (Aquaman’s abilities come to mind!). Her favorite part of her job is building connections with her coworkers and students, and watching the children grow over the course of the year!
Email: atrimm@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Tracey Cohen טרייסי כהן
Assistant Teacher Amirim Room 211 and 212
Tracey Cohen has lived in New York City her whole life! She studied at both Pace University and Baruch University. If she could have any super power in the world, it would be reading people’s minds so she would know exactly what her students need everyday. Her favorite part of her job is seeing smiles on students’ faces after completing a project or just a fun day together.
Email: tcohen@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Kindergarten Team צוות גן
Carly Koress קארלי קורס
Haifa Room 201
Carly Koress grew up in the suburbs of Chicago andI currently lives in Manhattan. She studied Childhood Education at Indiana University at Bloomington. If she could have any superpower in the world it would definitely be able to transport to places FAST. Carly’s favorite part of her job are the kids. They always put a smile on her face no matter what. The kids are all she ever wants to talk about with her kids and family.
Email: ckoress@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Jared Waters ג׳רד ווטרס
Team Leader Tel Aviv Room 200
Jared Waters is from Tampa. Florida, and he currently lives in Manhattan. He studied at East Carolina University. If he could have any superpower, it would be to travel in time. His favorite part of the job is teaching Kindergarten and making sure students’ experience is always the number one priority.
Email: jwaters@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Zoe Piascik זואי פיאסיק
Netanya Room 203
Zoe Piascik is from Waterford, Connecticut and currently lives on the Upper East Side in Manhattan. She studied at the University of Connecticut. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation so that I could easily travel around the world. My favorite part of my job is watching childrens’ personalities flourish and doing everything I can to help them all be their own unique selves.
Email: zpiasick@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Diamond Baker דיאמונד בייקר
Netanya Room 203
Diamond Baker is from Brooklyn, New York, and just moved back to Brooklyn after four years in North Carolina. She studied at North Carolina A&T State University in which she majored in Business Management. If she could have any superpower it would be to fly. By having the superpower to fly would help her get to places fast and without parking. Her favorite part of her job is being able to make an impact on others (students, staff, community, etc.)
Email: dbaker@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Cagney Bowen קאגני ראווון
Ashkelon Room 204
Cagney Bowen is from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and currently lives in Brooklyn. She studied Elementary Education and Child Development at the University of Maine. If she could have any superpower, it would be teleportation. She would be able to see and experience our beautiful world, and take her students along! Her favorite part of teaching is being able to see the world through the eyes of her students. The curiosity is contagious, and she is able to see things from a new or different perspective, furthering her journey as a lifelong learner.
Email: cbowen@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Asia Beaucrucis אייז׳ה ביוקרוקיס
Assistant Teacher
Asia Beacrucis is from New York, and she currently lives in the Bronx. She is currently attending Grand Canyon University for Early Childhood Education. If she had a magical superpower, she would travel the world everyday and fly each time. Her favorite part of my job is seeing her kids’ growth.
Email: abeaucrucis@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
First Grade Team צוות כיתה א
Dana Nassau דנה נסאו
Team Leader Be’er Sheva Room 312
Dana Nassau is from Dix Hills, Long Island and currently lives in Harlem. She studied at Hunter College and completed her masters at Teachers College, Columbia University. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation so that she could be anywhere and everywhere in the room all super quickly! Dana’s favorite part of her job is being with the kids! She loves building relationships with all the students and getting to know each member of the community!
Email: dnassau@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Rebecca Corrigan רבקה קוריגן
Eilat Room 311
Rebecca is a Colorado girl living in Westchester, New York. She received her bachelor’s degree from Hofstra University, and will be graduating with her master’s from Bank Street this year. If she could have one superpower, it would be the ability to read minds (especially my students’). Her favorite part of her job is forming a family throughout the year, and watching her students learn and grow.
Email: rcorrigan@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Devorah Kessler דבורה קסלר
Eilat Room 311
Devorah Kessler hails from NYC and still lives in NYC. She has lived in California, Israel and Montreal and has travelled plenty, but always calls NYC home! Devorah studied Special Education at Adelphi University. If she could have a super power it would be to get cloned so she could be with her students and in the Catskills all at the same time. Her favorite thing about teaching is watching her students’ faces shine when they overcome a struggle for the first time.
Email: dkessler@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Second Grade Team צוות כיתה ב
Ashanti Bennett אשנטי בנט
Team Leader, Member of PTO Board Herzliya Room 301
Ashanti lives in Harlem. She attended Mercy College and Concordia University. If she could have one superpower, it would be to time travel. She loves visiting new places, learning new languages, trying out new foods, and learning about other cultures. Her favorite part of the job is greeting students in the morning time with smiles and handshakes. A positive start to the day creates positive classroom culture!
Email: abennett@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Juli Ryoo ג׳ולי רייאו
Tveriyah Room 300
Juli Ryoo is from Chicago, Illinois but grew up in Korea and currently lives in LIC. She studied at business at Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and got her masters in SPED at NYU . If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation – she really misses her family in Korea and would love to see them at any moment. Her favorite part of her job is getting to see kids pop out of their shell and blossom.
Email: jryoo@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Jaisha Taveras ג׳איישה טברס
Tveriyah Room 300
Jaisha Taveras is from New York City and currently lives in Manhattan. She studied in MonroeCcollege for her undergrad in Early Childhood Education. Jaisha is currently attending Lehman College for graduate school. If she could have any superpower in the world she would be to end poverty and homelessness. She believes that everyone should be able to have a beautiful life as this is the only one we have. Her favorite part of her job is getting to know all of the different students and their personalities. She feels that when students begin to feel comfortable with you and open up, that is when you get to see their amazing, authentic selves. She also believes that bonding with her students helps create a stronger learning environment.
Email: jtaveras@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Third Grade Team צוות כיתה ג
Taryn Wrotny טארין וורטני
Team Leader, Tzfat Room 304
Taryn Wrotny is from South Brunswick, New Jersey and currently lives in the financial district of New York City. (She’s lived there the last four years!) She studied at Quinnipiac University, in Hamden, Connecticut. If she could have any superpower in the world, it would be the power to read her dog’s minds. Her favorite part of her job is the Harlem Hebrew Community. She adores the strong community we have established and cannot wait to meet her new students and build relationships with them while supplying them with the education they deserve!
Email: twrotny@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Molly Dickman מולי דיקמן
Tzfat Room 304
Molly Dickman is from North Caldwell, New Jersey and recently moved back into a house down the street from her childhood home! She went to the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Columbia University. If she would have one superpower it would be to fly so she could travel all over the world with ease. Her favorite part of her job is the amazing children who she has the honor of teaching, learning from and growing with each day. And of course, the outstanding team at Harlem Hebrew, staff and families included, that help that growth each and everyday.
Email: mdickman@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Samantha Dhanraj סמנתה דהנראג׳
Yaffo Room 303
Samantha Dhanraj is originally from The Netherlands, but was primarily raised in Queens, New York. She studied vocal performance music at LaGuardia Arts High School and New York University. If she could have any superpower, it would be either to talk to animals or fly! She is excited to get to know her students and partake in the learning journey together in the heart of New York City!
Email: sdhanaj@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Fourth Grade Team צוות כיתה ד
Nicole Angrisani ניקול אנגריסיני
Team Leader, Rehovot Room 411
Nicole Angrisani was born and raised in New York City. She’s proud to still live here! She studied at The University of Massachusetts-Amherst. If she could have a superpower it would be to fly so she could travel and see her friends and family all over the world. Her favorite part of the job is building strong connections and relationships with the students and staff.
Email: nangrisani@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Julia Lamberti ג׳וליה למברטי
Binyamina Room 401
Julia Lamberti is from Long Island and currently lives in Jersey City. She studied her undergraduate years at Boston College and received her Master’s Degree in Education at Loyola Marymount University while teaching in California. If she could have any superpower it would be the ability to manifest every one of her dreams for herself and the world to reality! Her favorite part of her job is her laughs with students.
Email: jlamberti@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Amara Ndudikwa אמארה דודיקווא
Binyamina Room 401
Amara Ndudikwa is from Atlanta, Georgia by way of Nigeria, and currently lives in Harlem, New York. She received her Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education from Georgia Southern University. For graduate school she attended The University of Texas where she received her masters degree in Autism and Developmental Disabilities. If she could have any super power in the world it would be to teleportation so that she could travel anywhere in the world by just thinking about it, as she loves to travel and learn about different cultures and people. Her favorite part of the job is connecting and building relationships with students to share not only academic knowledge, but life lessons and skills that they can apply for wherever life takes them on their journey.
Email: andudikwa@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Brielle Lipstein בריאל ליפסטין
Akko Room 412
Brielle Lipstein is from New City, New York (different from New York City hehe), and currently lives in Manhattan. She studied at Hunter College where she double majored in Childhood Education and English Creative Writing. If Brielle could have any superpower it would be all of Captain Marvel’s superpowers because she leads her team to victory, which is what Brielle plans on doing with her fourth grade class 🙂 Her favorite part of her job is when she notices her students have their “aha!” moment when learning a skill, and seeing her students showing acts of kindness towards their classmates!
Email: blipstein@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Fifth Grade Team צוות כיתה ה
Stephanie Thompson סטפני תומפסון
Team Leader, 5th and 6th Social Studies, ֿSderot Room 400
Stephanie is from Yonkers, NY, but currently lives in Massapequa Park, NY. She studied undergrad at Seton Hall University (#HallBall) and got my Masters Degrees at Manhattanville College and Mercy College. If she could have any superpower it would be to teleport so she could travel the world quickly and at no cost… also it would make her commute easier. Her favorite part of my job is laughing with my students and watching their excitement when they understand new concepts.
Email: sthompson@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Amber Danner אמבר דנר
Math, Metullah Room 404
Amber Danner is from the Bronx – where she currently lives! Her parents are from the island of Puerto Rico and Panama. She graduated from SUNY-Oswego. If she had one superpower in the world it would be to fly. With flight, she can quickly fly around and help those in need of food, water and shelter. Her favorite part of the job is inspiring little girls and boys who were told they can not be successful. She loves to serve as a role model of someone who has fought through adversity and overcame. She loves to connect with families and watch children grow to be independent beings.
Email: adanner@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Montrese Meeks מונטריס מיקס
Math and Science Special Education Support, Metullah Room 404
Montrese grew up in Brooklyn, NY and currently resides in the small, quiet town of Teaneck, NJ. She studied at the Metropolitan College of New York and currently attends Touro College. If she could have any superpower it would have superhuman speed like the Marvel character, Yo-Yo Rodriguez. To move faster than lightning would probably be awesome. Montrese’s favorite part of her job is building relationships with her babies and watching them blossom academically, socially and emotionally.
Email: mmeeks@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Kasey Tanenbaum קייסי טננבאום
English Language Arts, Ashdod Room 403
Kasey Tanenbaum is from East Williston, New York and currently lives in Manhattan. She studied at Lehigh University and Teachers College, Columbia University. If she could have any superpower, it would be teleportation, so she didn’t have to get on an airplane but could visit anywhere in the world whenever she wanted. Her favorite part of her job is getting to know all of her students and making learning fun!
Email: ktanenbaum@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Kaitlyn Okvist קייטלין אוקביסט
English Language Arts and Social Studies Special Education Support, Ashdod Room 403
Kaitlyn Okvist is from Lake Ronkonkoma, New York, and she currently still lives there! She studied at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue and is starting her masters degree at SUNY-Albany this fall. If she could have superpower it would be teleportation. Her favorite part of the job is getting to know the kids and what makes them tick!
Email: kokvist@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Sixth Grade Team צוות כיתה ו
Dina Du Val דינה דובאל
Team Leader, English Language Arts, ֿGivatayim Room 503
Dina Du Val is from New Jersey and still lives there. She studied Education at Skidmore College and Literacy at Pace University. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation so she could travel easier and without jet lag! Her favorite part of her job is connecting with students and learning about who they are and what they like. She loves talking about music, tv shows, games, and getting the latest tea about middle school.
Email: dduval@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Maria DiMarco מריה דימרקו
English Language Arts and Social Studies Special Education Support, Arad Room 504
Maria DiMarco is from southern Italy, but was born and raised in Queens, N.Y. and currently lives in Astoria. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degree from Queens College. If she could have any superpower it would be to magically be able to communicate with animals from around the world; so she could better understand the needs of animals and improve their quality of life. Her favorite part of her job is getting to know all of the staff members and wonderful new students and helping them communicate their needs and develop their academic strengths; to reach their full potential.
Email: mdimarco@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Natalie Harpenau נטלי הרפנאו
Math, Holon Room 501
Natalie Harpenau was born and raised in Evansville, Indiana but currently lives in Astoria, Queens. She studied biology in her undergrad at Purdue University and is currently halfway through her masters of teaching and learning program at Colorado State University- Global. If Natalie could have any superpower, it would be to be able to transport anywhere in the world at any time she wanted. Her favorite part of being a teacher is that it makes her a lifelong learner and more aware of others around her.
Email: nharpenau@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Michael Kurtz מייקל קורץ
Math and Science Special Education Support, Holon 501
Michael Kurtz grew up in Chatham, NJ and currently lives in Manhattan. He graduated from Northeastern University. A super power he would like to have is being able to fly. His favorite part of teaching is interacting with the students.
Email: mkurtz@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Seth Abramson סת׳ אברמסון
Science, Arad Room 504
Seth is originally from Seattle, but he moved to Jerusalem when he was young. He currently lives in Central Park North. He studied at UC Davis and then at NYU for Graduate School. If Seth could have any superpower, he would love to fly and then never be in need of an MTA card. His favorite part of his job is watching children get excited about the concept that science is all around them.
Email: sabramson@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Seventh and Eighth Grade Team צוות כיתה ז + כיתה ח
Vicky Patlias ויקי פטליאס
Team Leader, Math, ֿYerushalayim Room 500
Vicky grew up in Astoria, New York where she currently lives. She studied at Hunter College and Touro College. If she could have any superpower it would be to fly so that she could travel the world during her free time. Her favorite part of her job is seeing her students achieve their academic goals.
Email: vpatlias@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Rebekah Lee רבקה לי
Math and Science Special Education Support, Rahat Room 512
Rebekah Lee was born in Seoul, South Korea, raised in Atlanta, GA, lived in Tampa, FL, and currently lives in Queens. She studied at The University of Georgia. If she could have any superpower it would be being able to teleport. Her favorite part of her job is being creative with students’ active learning!
Email: jlee@harlemehebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
April Narsasian אפריל נרסריאן
Social Studies and Science, Rahat Room 512
April grew up WAY upstate New York. She studied at Cazenovia College and American Intercontinental University- London. She is most excited about working with the team at Harlem Hebrew to help make amazing outcomes for kids and families.
Email: anarsasian@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Elizabeth Sanchez אליזבת׳ סנצ׳ז
English Language Arts, Natzeret Room 511
Elizabeth Sanchez was born in Brooklyn and raised in Harlem by two very loving Dominican parents. She went to Queens College, and she currently lives on Long Island. If she had a superpower it would be to feed all of the hungry children around the world and then sit and talk about literature and life. Young people are always so interesting. Her favorite part of being a teacher is watching kids get excited when they talk about reading. Their smiles light up her heart.
Email: esanchez@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Talia Arneth טליה ארנט
English Language Arts and Social Studies Special Education Support, Natzeret Room 511
Talia Arneth is from the Jersey Shore and from a Kibbutz in Israel. She currently lives in the East Village. She studied at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel. If she had a superpower it would be traveling with the speed of light. Her favorite part of her job is inspiring and having fun with her students and team members.
Email; tarneth@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Specials Team צוות העשרה
Marissa Kaplan מריסה קפלן
Art, Israel Studies Coordinator, Annex Room
Marissa Kaplan is from Long Island, New York and currently lives in NYC. She studied at Tel Aviv University and Middlebury College. If I could have one superpower it would be to teleport myself–it would help a lot getting from floor to floor at Harlem Hebrew and she could save on plane tickets when she travels! Her favorite part of the job is witnessing all the amazing creations the students make during their time together.
Email mkaplan@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Ron Rowland רון רואולנד
Physical Education, MPR
Ronald R. Rowland is from Wantagh, New York and currently lives in Dobbs Ferry. He studied at Villanova University and Manhattanville College. If he could have any superpower it would be jumping and flying all around the world to see as many places as he can – it would allow me to travel faster around the globe. His favorite part of his job is teaching students proper sportsmanship and watching them respect others while enjoying a fun physical education class.
Email: rrowland@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Kenya Gibson קנייה גיבסון
Dance, Dance Room
Kenya Gibson grew up in Brooklyn, New York – where she still lives today. She studied at Hunter College and LIU-Post. She loves helping kids learn to love dance and movement as much as she does!
Email: kgibson@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hebrew Team צוות עברית
Adi Zouzout עדי זוזאוט
Team Leader
Adi Zouzout is from Ashkelon, Israel and currently lives in Manhattan. She studied at the University of Management, Communication, and Business. If she could have any superpower it would like to have the power to fly anytime so she could visit her family and friends in Israel but also travel all over the world and see as many places as possible every year! Her favorite part of her job is getting to teach our amazing students, meet new students every year and learn as much as I can about them.
Email: azouzout@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Elana Weinberg אלנה ויינברג
Elana was born on an army base when my father was serving in the US Army. She grew up in New Jersey and Illinois until the age of 10 when her family moved to Israel. She returned to the United States after completing my BA at Hebrew University in Jerusalem and then got my first MA in early childhood education at City College, and my second MA in Language instruction from Middlebury College. If she had a superpower she would like to be able to turn all evil and bullying into kindness. She loves working with children and loves seeing children grow and thrive in school. It is always a thrill to see how much children have learned over the course of the year.
Email: eweinberg@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Hirut Yosef חירות יוסף
Hirut Yosef was born in Ethiopia and grew up in Israel. She now lives in Washington Heights. She studied in Israel at the Shenkar College of Engineering, Design, and Art. If she could have any superpower it would be the ability to heal anyone or anything. Her favorite part of the job is being with the kids and singing songs in Hebrew. Another favorite is getting to see kids’ “aha!” moment after they understand something new!
Email: hyosef@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Abev Samain אבב סמיין
Abev Samain is from Israel and currently lives in Harlem. She studied education and command in the IDF. If she could have any superpower it would be flying, so she could be with her family whenever she wanted. Her favorite part about her job is to see her student grow in Hebrew.
Email: asamain@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Rivka Kisling רבקה קיסלינג
Rivka grew up in the North of Israel, and she currently lives in Carmel, New York. She studied at Rubin Academy of Music and Dance in Jerusalem and at Lehman College-CUNY in the Bronx. If she could have any superpower it would be Agility. She wants to be able to be flexible and adaptable to rapid changes in our world. Her favorite part of her job is to meet our amazing students and learn about their personalities, families, and culture.
Email: rkisling@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Yakov Gross יעקב גרוס
Yakov Gross is from Netanya, Israel, and currently lives in Manhattan. He studied at Wingate College at Netanya. If he could have any superpower it would be magically being able to cure any one of all diseases. His favorite part of his job is to see on the faces of the students their satisfaction that they are succeeding in learning something new.
Email: ygross@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: He/Him/His
Interventionists Team צוות תמיכה אקדמאית
Donna Capasso דונה קאפאסו
Donna Capasso was raised in Brooklyn and moved to Long Island as an adult. She attended LIU for completion of undergraduate and then for graduate degrees. A superpower she would love to have is to teleport to any place and/or time. The best part of her job is finding the way into my students’ trust.
Email: dcapasso@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Sofie Feinstein סופי פיינסטין
Sofie Feinstein is from Dobbs Ferry, New York – located just north of the city in Westchester county. She currently lives in Queens. Sofie studied education at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and Hunter College. If she could have any superpower it would be teleportation so she could go anywhere in the world with the snap of her fingers. Her favorite part of the job is to watch kids have that lightbulb moment, where everything just clicks into place and they understand a new concept.
Email: sfeinstein@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Jinny Vincent ג׳יני וינסנט
Jinny Vincent is from Yonkers, NY. She attended SUNY Albany and Long Island University and is currently in her last semester at Hunter College. A superpower she’d love to have is the ability to fly since she LOVES to travel but hates the cost of getting there. Her most favorite part of her job is seeing all the progress her kids make and hearing them ask, “Can I come with you?”
Email: jvincent@harlemhebrewcharter.org
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers