Matt Teitelman

Matt joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2023, bringing his diverse background in Jewish education and music to the community. He holds a Master of Jewish Education from Hebrew College, where

Shira Jacobson

Shira is a seasoned educator with over 30 years of experience in New York Jewish independent schools. Her passion is developing educational curricula and implementing them in the classroom, a

Allison Levine

Allison is passionate about developing hands-on, interdisciplinary curricula and creating opportunities for students to engage with real-world problems. An experienced educator with over 15 years in NYC schools, including nine

Rabbi Barry Rosekind

Barry joined the Rodeph Sholom School Jewish studies team in 2024. After completing the joint degree program between the Jewish Theological Seminary and Columbia University, he made aliyah, joining the

Stephanie Retana

Stephanie joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2024 with over a decade of teaching experience, most recently having served as lead science teacher at Avenues The World School. Prior to her

Amy Sulds

Amy joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2010, bringing her educational background that includes a Bachelor of Arts with honors in history from Brandeis University and a Master of Science in

Shira Singer

Shira joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2008. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Sarah Lawrence College.

Andres Vaamonde ’10

Andres joined the Rodeph Sholom School Humanities department in 2025, returning to his alma mater. He brings diverse teaching experience, having most recently worked as a writing instructor for kids

Sally Meisner

Sally joined Rodeph Sholom School as Head of Middle School in 2023. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a Master of