What will we do in the first session?

We’ll start by discussing your overall interests and why you want tutoring. After that, I’ll assess your Hebrew reading skills. If you want to learn how to chant (“leyn”) Torah or Haftarah, or if you want to learn how to lead services, we’ll sing through what you know. Once I have a sense of your Hebrew reading level, your level of Judaics knowledge, and your comfort with singing, we can set customized goals that support success.

Do you work with students with special needs?

I’ve worked very well with several students living with ADHD or anxiety. For students with other learning differences, I recommend you find someone with professional special education experience.

Do you have references?

I do. Please visit my Testimonials page for many short references, and if you’d like to talk to any of my former clients, I can provide you with their contact information privately.

Do you work with my rabbi or cantor?

If you’re a member of a synagogue or are otherwise working with a rabbi or cantor in addition to me, I’ll communicate regularly with that person, and they may make targeted suggestions for more focus in our session. If we work together on a d’var Torah, your rabbi will likely want to work with you on that as well.

Do you work with LGBTQ+ students?

Yes. I have experience engaging in Jewish learning with people across sexual orientations and gender identifications.

Can you help me at my simcha or during my first time leading or leyning in synagogue?

I’m happy to join you if your synagogue or celebration is in the NYC or DC area and other arrangements are possible as well. I also have experience helping to design and lead services conducted outside a formal synagogue setting.