Faculty

At HAFTR Lower School, all general studies staff members hold a graduate degree in Education with many holding dual certifications in Childhood Education and Special Education. Judaic studies staff members come from a variety of backgrounds and with different experiences. Hebrew language educators are native Hebrew speakers and are trained in the Tal Am program.

Professional development is an important part of our learning community and school culture. Staff members recognize that there are always new things to learn. A focus for general studies staff has been the implementation of New York State Standards. Each week, staff members improve their craft by meeting for professional development in literacy, math and Judaic studies. Monthly grade meetings are used to develop an integrated curriculum for an upcoming event or holiday. As technology evolves, staff members learn and utilize best practices as they align technology with their curriculum.

Below you will find a list of our HAFTR Lower School faculty members and staff. To contact a faculty or staff member, please call (516)569-3043.


Administration

Ms. Joy Hammer	Principal
Ms. Tova Zucker	Assistant Principal
Rabbi Aaron Feigenbaum	Mashgiach Ruchani
Dr. Sam Frankel	Director of Pupil Personnel Services
Mrs. Shelley Schmutter	Director of Special Education
Mrs. Gitit Levovitz	Hebrew Language Coordinator

Administrative Staff

Mrs. Caroll Adler	Secretary
Mrs. Janis Golder	Receptionist
Mrs. Robin Maron	Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Shari Willinger-Weiss	Administrative Assistant