Teaching, a noble profession. Amid evolving education and rapid advancements, teachers’ roles have grown both exciting and equally challenging. Educators now tackle diverse obstacles, necessitating expertise in subjects and nurturing students’ social-emotional growth. Creating a supportive and positive workplace for teachers is crucial in navigating this complex landscape.
With a commitment to professional development, financial assistance, personalized coaching, and a supportive network of colleagues, Mrs. Leah Jacobson, principal of the Beis Rivkah Elementary English department makes sure to provide her teachers with the tools they need to become exceptional educators.
‘I coach teachers in many schools across New York,’ says Ms. Chani Hurwitz, a Math coach, ‘but there is something special and deeply meaningful about working in Bais Rivkah. Working there has taught me that teaching limudei chol is truly a shlichus because we have the unique opportunity to teach these subjects through the lens of chassidus. And I know I am not the only one who feels like every teacher and staff member is family.’
‘Teaching becomes a positive and fulfilling experience having a great Principal at the helm; her unwavering support, listening ear, and creative methods make all the difference,’ says Mrs. Esty Waldman, a 4th grade English teacher.
A true leader delegates in a way that allows people to take full ownership of their role while at the same time, remains involved, and gives guidance and support.
‘Teaching in Beis Rivkah is not just a job that you come in to and leave,’ says Ms. Chana Silberberg, a Beis Rivkah elementary school math teacher, ‘I come to work and I am surrounded by such an amazing support system, both professionally having my amazing principal, as well as coaches and mentors that support me; and personally, the teachers I work with are such great friends. We are such a great support to each other. It really feels like family.’
Understanding the financial challenges that teachers often face, Mrs. Jacobson goes the extra mile to support her teachers who are pursuing higher education. The STEM program at Beis Rivkah provides financial assistance to the elementary school teachers pursuing their Master’s degrees in Education and special education. This program not only demonstrates her investment into her teachers’ personal and professional growth but also emphasizes her belief that empowered teachers lead to empowered students.
‘Working in Beis Rivkah has been a gift in my life, particularly being in a position to be able to help students grow and flourish. I have and continue to learn so much from my peers and my Principal. It has been such a rewarding and enriching experience thus far and it is something I am truly grateful for,’ says Mrs. Naomi Pinson, Assistant Principal.
If you are a teacher looking to make a lasting impact and further develop your teaching skills, consider joining the Beis Rivkah Elementary English department. Together, we can inspire the next generation of young minds and create a brighter future through education.
Please contact Danit Schusterman at [email protected] or 917-968-7932 to inquire about joining this exceptional team.
We push shlichus from a very young age, and bc of that we are left with no one to be מחנך our own kids, however if they go off the derech hopefully they come back via the shlich I.e the teacher they would have.
Time to rethink this approach as are kids are the most important, and definitely not less important than the boys or girls on college campuses etc.
but i will say, the jewish babies, children, and teens who are the ones that chabad doesn’t get to until they attend those college campuses, need to be rescued BEFORE they attend college, chabad shouldn’t wait until college to save them, when so much damage has already been done.
I firmly believe that all teachers – and especially Principals – should have professional qualifications in teacher training. There are courses and degrees available for frum teachers. More importantly, there MUST be courses and ongoing, mandatory workshops to “educate” these educators in helping and supporting students with different needs. I’m well aware out of a class of 25 you may have 5 students who fit the “average” educational and social standard. But in my experience as a parent AND Principal, teachers need to be more attuned to the needs of the individual. Those needs may be hidden: the exceptionally gifted… Read more »
wow so true what you are sharing!!
Well this is why we don’t have teachers- young people are saying why bother! Who needs all that responsibility?
I’ve done teacher workshops and completed a degree in teaching.
All the education doesn’t compare to the years I thought together with an experienced teacher.
We need more apprenticeships . And the lead teachers could use the help.
it is a message for ALL jewish schools everywhere, of all ages. spread the message. you need to change your tuition system to a sliding scale. the poorest who cannot afford anything should be able to attend school for free. the tier above that should have an affordable tuition that they can pay comfortably. the tier above that should have a slightly more expensive tuition. the very rich should have the tuition that they can still afford within reason. alternatively all school should be free if you can find a different way to pay your expenses, which is ideal.
Unfortunately, we see tuition is not a priority, what is where you go for your exotic Pessch vacation,where you spend your summer vacations what kind of car you drive? What type of destination wedding are you planning and where?What kind of house do you have? Where do you send your children and what kind of trips for the summer that’s what’s important peer pressure it’s all show who lives more lavish,who has more help the others not important. I feel so sorry for this generation, unfortunately teachers are not given the respect they deserve, they work very hard long hours.… Read more »
I am a teacher ran live my job, beis Rivka has staff appreciation. Chanukah gelt, monthly Rosh chodesh treats, and the principals office is always a listening ear how my students are doing. Beis Rivka has been putting in a tremendous amount of work the past few years and it’s showing! This is The Rebbe’s school, and I’m proud to be a part of beis Rivka.