Yitzchak Lewenstein
Johannesburg
Summary
Self-motivated school administrator with assertive and outcome-driven nature. Independent worker remains extremely calm in most pressure situations. Skilled educator with over 28 years of experience leading school staff members and education programs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal
Johannesburg Cheder
Johannesburg
11.2000 - Current
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Increased teacher effectiveness through comprehensive coaching, professional development opportunities, and mentorship programs.
- Mentored newly hired educators and provided encouragement and feedback.
- Implemented innovative approaches to teaching and learning that improved student engagement and achievement levels.
- Researched and incorporated new educational trends and instructional strategies to optimize education effectiveness.
- Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Vice Principal
Toras Emes High School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.1996 - 12.2000
Worked hand in hand with Rabbi Gedalya Sternstein, the principal, in full harmony, and have stayed in a very warm relationship till today.
Was responsible for the management of staff and many aspects of the physical running of the school.
Education
Jewish Yeshiva Studies
Yeshivas Beer Yaakov
Be'er Ya'aqov, Israel01.1996
Yeshiva Ketana Jewish Studies
Beis Hatalmud
Jerusalem, Israel08.1984
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Curriculum Development
- Student Discipline
- Classroom Management
- Organizational Management
- Student achievement
Additional Information
Born in Boston, Mass September 9, 1968.
Married in Eretz Yisroel in January 1991 to Bracha Kahan.
Languages
English, Hebrew
Native language
Accomplishments
Established and ran the Johannesburg Cheder group of schools in Johannesburg, South Africa, from inception till current.
Published two Seforim regarding Korbonos and Vayikra curriculum.
Timeline
Principal
Johannesburg Cheder
11.2000 - Current
Vice Principal
Toras Emes High School
01.1996 - 12.2000
Jewish Yeshiva Studies
Yeshivas Beer Yaakov
Yeshiva Ketana Jewish Studies
Beis Hatalmud