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Michaela Biltekoff

Early Childhood Head Teacher

Michaela joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2007 after beginning her education career in 2005. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood and Special Education and a master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology and Linguistics. What she loves most about Rodeph Sholom School is that it truly feels like a community where she feels connected to those around her, whether they are together or not. A born and raised New Yorker who still resides on the Upper East Side, she has two sons at Rodeph Sholom School who both started in the Twos program. She shares her home with two Golden Doodles, both girls, and holds a unique distinction of having three citizenships: the United States, El Salvador, and France.

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Kathy Bossuk

Director of Communications and Marketing

Kathy joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2022 after beginning her career in education in 2002. She holds a Master of Science in education, a Bachelor of Arts in visual communications, and a certificate in natural childbirth education. Before her career in education, she spent several years as an art director and editor in NYC’s publishing industry. She then spent 18 years at the Waldorf School of Garden City, where she served as Director of Marketing and Communications and built a comprehensive communications and marketing team while raising two daughters. What she treasures most about Rodeph Sholom School is the school-wide commitment to educating students in a way that helps each individual reach their full potential, along with the caring, inclusive, and compassionate community. Originally from the West Coast, Kathy has called New York home for most of her life and is an avid reader, watercolor painter, and occasional baker who loves the Yankees and considers NYC food and culture essential to her happiness.

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Lisa Brown

Psychologist

Dr. Lisa Brown has served as the Twos through 3rd Grade psychologist at Rodeph Sholom School since 2005. She provides counsel and consultation to students, parents, and teachers; leads groups with students addressing a range of issues; gives talks and workshops to faculty and parents; and is involved in the social-emotional work done in the Early Childhood and Elementary Divisions. She also provides outside psychotherapy referrals when indicated and in response to parent inquiries. Dr. Brown has a doctorate in clinical psychology and has worked in the field for over 25 years. In addition to her work at Rodeph Sholom School, she maintains a private practice where she works with children, adolescents, and adults. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, and spending time in Central Park.

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Kimberly Buchbinder

Math Teacher and Math Department Chair, 7th Grade Advisor

Kimberly joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2011 after beginning her education career in 2008. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from Binghamton University and a Master of Science in Education in middle school general education from Bank Street College of Education. What she loves most about Rodeph Sholom School is the community that students build through advisory, within their grade, the middle school, and with their teachers. In her free time, she enjoys running in Central Park, visiting local parks and beaches, and reading science fiction.

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Lara Caligor

Elementary Associate Teacher

Lara graduated from Kenyon College with a double major in Studio Art and Art History. She is a long-time camp counselor who is looking forward to working in a classroom environment. After growing up in the building next door to Rodeph Sholom School, she is excited to play a larger role in the community.

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Daryl Cantor

Early Childhood Learning Specialist

Daryl joined Rodeph Sholom School as an Early Childhood Learning Specialist in 2007.

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Marielle Clark

Executive Assistant to Elementary Division and Middle School

Marielle joined Rodeph Sholom School in 2022 as Assistant to the Middle School and 7th Grade advisor before becoming Executive Assistant to Elementary and Middle School in 2024. She began her education career in 2012 and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Art History from Marlboro College. Prior to joining Rodeph Sholom School, she spent six years at the Spring School teaching 4th and 5th Grade Literature and Language Arts while also taking on various administrative responsibilities. What she loves most about Rodeph Sholom School is the community among faculty, staff, students, and parents—everyone is welcoming and kind. In her free time, Marielle is an avid baker working toward developing her own recipes and enjoys attempting to cook her way through her many cookbooks, believing she has discovered the perfect matzo ball soup recipe. She also participates in local trivia competitions.

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Sarah Clarkson

Early Childhood Head Teacher

Sarah has a bachelor’s degree in Education and Ceramics from Bennington College, a master’s in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Bank Street College of Education, and a master’s in Jewish Educational Leadership from HUC-JIR. She has taught at Jewish preschools, day schools, and congregational schools on both coasts and brings three decades of experience to her classroom. She enjoys walking and ceramics and has developed a passion for Argentine Tango.

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