Ms. Ruthie Joseph
Jewish Studies TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? After college, I volunteered for the Jewish community in Berlin for a year through Masorti Olami. Education was a major focus of the ambassadorship program. I developed a love of teaching through my work in the Jewish day schools in Berlin. When I returned home, I knew that […]
Ms. Jessica Levine
First Grade TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? Growing up I struggled in school. However, I had wonderful, caring and compassionate teachers who invested in me and believed in me. I knew one day I wanted to do the same and hopefully inspire others. What makes teaching at Pardes special? Teaching at Pardes, I feel like […]
Ms. Sara Lovstrom
Athletic DirectorWhat inspired you to become a teacher? Growing up I always struggled in school, socially and in academics. I felt like if I had a teacher or a coach to talk to, my experience would have been a lot different. I became a teacher to be that person kids can talk to about their lives […]
Ms. Jennifer Adams
Music Theater TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? I come from a long line of teachers. My mom taught elementary, my grandpa taught middle school science, and my dad has been a teacher in many different capacities. We all love to make learning fun and engaging, as well as the enjoyment we get from watching the […]
Ms. Allison Clark
Middle School Math TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? I have always enjoyed working with children. I realized I could put that love into a career and help guide, mentor, and teach those children. I wanted to take my love of learning and pass it on to the next generation. What makes teaching at Pardes special? Everything! […]
Ms. Sara Abrams
Middle School Humanities TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? I have always enjoyed working with children from my first babysitting business in fifth grade to the countless hours spent in classrooms and theaters once I graduated high school. I have always reveled in the potential children have to make our future bright, so it was natural to […]
Mrs. Jessie Rubenstein
Jewish Studies TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? I was inspired to become a teacher by the amazing teachers I have had in my life. A good teacher enables students to explore who they are at their core in a safe and meaningful way. I was blessed to have such teachers, and they made me want […]
Mrs. Nicole Stokes
Third Grade TeacherWhat do you love most about Pardes Jewish Day School? I love the community feeling when we come together as a school for holidays, celebrations, and learning. Why do you like teaching at Pardes Jewish Day School? I love having the freedom to teach and differentiate the learning in my classroom for each student every […]
Mrs. Laurie Burckhardt
Middle School Math and Science TeacherWhat inspired you to become a teacher? It was a journey full of twists and turns, but there were several key moments that led me to become a teacher. One was when I served as a literacy volunteer and taught an adult to read. Another was when I volunteered in a women’s shelter and felt […]