Rebbetzin Nechoma Goldman
Director

 

Jessica Shearer
Assistant Director
 
I've always loved working with children and getting the opportunity to help shape young minds. I have been at Gan Israel since 2015; first as a teacher, and now as assistant director. In this position I support the teachers, communicate with families, and promote a school-wide family atmosphere. I work closely with the director to implement new curriculum and assist in classroom structure, thereby ensuring our program is engaging every student. 

If you have questions about our school I would love to hear from you! Drop me a line here.


Pam Dean
Curriculum Director

Early childhood education is my passion! I have 23 years experience in this profession. In my position at Gan Israel I work with Early Learning Guidelines and the QRIS new criteria to make sure we fulfill 5 star lesson planning. In addition to reviewing all lesson plans, I go into each classroom and observe how the teachers are implementing them. I strive to utilize the great talents of all our staff to bring together new ideas and helpful strategies to teach our wonderful students in the most effective, educational, and fun way!


Miss Alyssa
Group Aleph

Teaching Group Aleph is so rewarding; I love to watch my students learn and reach milestones. Music time is my favorite class activity. The babies love to play instruments and clap and sing, it's a lot of fun and so cute! I like sending updates and pics to their parents throughout the day to help them always feel connected.


Morah Hila
Group Bet

In addition to teaching Group Bet, I help provide Jewish curriculum and Hebrew knowledge for all of the students at Gan Israel. Through music and movement I teach them about Shabbos, Jewish holidays, giving tzedakah (charity), and much more. On Fridays I host our school-wide Shabbos party, leading students in lighting Shabbat candles, making Kiddush, and saying the blessings. 


Miss Janee
Group Bet

I love teaching at Gan Israel! It is so sweet when the kids get to know me and want me to play with them or hold them. I really enjoy doing arts and crafts, and I encourage students to be creative and express themselves through art. 


Miss Maryrose  
Group Daled

I’m Miss Maryrose, or as the kids like to call me "Miss Rosie". 😊 I first worked in a preschool as a part time job while in college, and quickly fell in love with early childhood education. I love to help shape their little minds and watch them grow, and now I'm pursuing a teaching degree! I love being a part of the Gan Israel family.


Morah Mussie
Group Gimmel

Morah means teacher in Hebrew, and I love teaching my students the Jewish traditions I hold dear. I have taught at early learning centers around the country, but it is extra special to teach at Gan Israel since I watched my mother build it from the ground up – and was one of it's first teachers! I love this age group and seeing their little individual personalities blossom.