Einav Telem

After discovering her passion for working with people while growing up in Israel, Einav Telem made her way to Valley Beth Shalom (VBS) Day School in 2006, where she now serves as a fourth grade Hebrew and Judaic studies teacher. At VBS she wears many hats: She also teaches fifth grade Hebrew classes; supervises the Israeli Shinshin program (cultural exchange); directs the Generation’s Day program and develops projects for grandparents and students to complete together; and leads the sixth grade Grinberg Passport to Israel trip. 

VBS students and parents begin each morning with an enthusiastic welcome from Mrs. Telem in the parking lot as she ushers in students to begin an exciting day of learning. A former second grade teacher, Mrs. Telem’s rich experiences in the classroom guide her written fourth grade Torah portion curriculum and tiered instructional strategies. She enriches students’ experiences and inspires them to be active participants in their education through organizing Jewish holiday celebrations, teaching the Book of Exodus via a character poster-making project using found objects, and strengthening students’ connection to their heritage through her Israel Museum Project. Striving for schoolwide excellence, Mrs. Telem mentors teachers, pursues professional development opportunities, and connects the Hebrew faculty via group chat to share best practices and curriculum notes. Mrs. Telem holds a bachelor’s in education from Oranim Teachers College in Israel.

“Learning is not just about absorbing information, but also about engaging with it actively, exploring beyond the surface, and always striving to know more,” Mrs. Telem says. “This approach will help students succeed academically and empower them to navigate in the world with confidence and critical thinking.”