1. HEIDI N. LOVITZ
Westford, MA
(508) 954-1236  hnlovitz@comcast.net
EDUCATION EXECUTIVE  TEAM LEADERSHIP/DEVELOPMENT  PROGRAM MANAGER
Strategic Planning  Curriculum Development/Implementation  Solution Focused
An accomplished and driven Education Director with 20+ years of experience combining curriculum development,
administration and progressive leadership to effectively oversee the smooth and efficient operations of education
programs. Strong and decisive program leader with superior analytical, organizational, communication, team building
and planning skills. Exceptional strategist known for developing long-term strategies, key objectives and operational
execution plans based on program best practices as well as maximum growth and impact. Exceptional academic
qualifications include the pursuit of a Master in Jewish Education from Hebrew College.
SELECTED HIGHLIGHTS
 Directed all facets of education and programming for young children, teens, families and adults, strengthening their
understanding and connection with their heritage.
 Effectively staffed and developed the Life Long Learning Committee leading to increased programming, year-long
education opportunities and partnerships with a variety of community organizations to bring a high level of adult
learning to the community.
 Skillfully led Nashua USY to achieve recognition as New England Region United Synagogue Youth Chapter of the
Year as Youth Director and Senior USY Advisor.
 Closely oversaw all Judaic aspects of the camp for children ages 10 - 16, including special programs, curriculum
development, informal education, Shabbat services, Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring, Israeli staff supervision and Israel
programming.
 Successfully acquired and marketed the holiday family preschool program, increasing enrollment by 100% while
also revising curriculum to include parent education and hiring/supervising teachers and assistants.
 Initiated the Jewish Family Life Experience, creating inventive family inclusive experiences that rekindle the Jewish
spark within the family life.
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Staff Hiring/Supervision  Needs Assessments  Reporting/Metrics
 Recruitment/Marketing  Budget Management  Technical Expertise
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Operations Management
 Community Outreach  Research/Analytics
 Youth Learning/Engagement  Process Improvements  Program Evaluation
EDUCATION
Hebrew College, Newton, MA: Matriculated Student
Master in Jewish Education
 Relevant Coursework: Hebrew, Bible, Education, Institutional Leadership
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA
Bachelor of Arts in Communications Studies
Certifications or Additional Education:
Goodman Camping Initiative for Modern Israel History
Goodman Educator

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 Relevant Training: Mentoring and empowering camp counselors to become Goodman Fellows, Learned skills to
enhance the Israel educational programming at Camp Tevya, Participated in two workshops and 2 intensive Israel
trips to guide the implementation of Israel education at camp.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Temple Beth Abraham  Nashua, NH  2010 – Present
Education & Programming Director
 Direct all facets of education and programming for young children, teens, families and adults, strengthening their
understanding and connection with their heritage.
 Collaborate closely with the Rabbi, consulting and coordinating various aspects of congregational life including
recruitment, retention, communications, staff development and religious services.
 Strategically hire, supervise, mentor and train all religious school faculty and staff members including a growing
cadre of teen madrichim while monitoring for top productivity and efficiency.
 Successfully guide the Religious School Committee and mentor lay leaders, implementing instrumental changes in
committee functions and the presentation of its important role in the community to drive continued growth.
 Coordinate critical professional development initiatives leading to the creation of new positions in the school and a
year-long study with revisions and implementation of new Hebrew Curriculum.
 Effectively staff and develop the Life Long Learning Committee leading to increased programming, year-long
education opportunities and partnerships with a variety of community organizations to bring a high level of adult
learning to the community.
 Actively communicate with parents, staff members and the community, responding compassionately and creatively
to a variety of needs and challenges.
 Skillfully lead Nashua USY to achieve recognition as New England Region United Synagogue Youth Chapter of the
Year as Youth Director and Senior USY Advisor.
Camp Tevya  Brookline, NH  2000 – 2015
Jewish Life & Learning Director
 Closely oversaw all Judaic aspects of the camp for children ages 10 - 16, including special programs, curriculum
development, informal education, Shabbat services, Bar/Bat Mitzvah tutoring, Israeli staff supervision and Israel
programming.
 Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans for teaching all ages in a Jewish values-based curriculum and
Israel education.
 Productively hired, mentored, supervised and evaluated additional counselor/teaching staff members assuring the
complete understanding of their responsibilities and organizational policies.
 Actively engaged in training through the Foundation for Jewish Camp as a member of the Goodman Initiative
Cohort.
 Coordinated with Israeli staff members to develop and implement a comprehensive, experiential Israel curriculum
for continual participant growth.
Westford Public Schools  Westford, MA  2009 – 2010
Special Education Teaching Assistant
 Provided exceptional one on one educational support for an autistic third grade student, overseeing progress and
assessment in Math, Language Arts, Science and Social Studies as well as socialization skills.
 Drove significant progress in rudimentary academic skills as well as social skills and integration into the school and
classroom community.
 Created a favorable psychological climate conducive to learning.
 Analyzed data to make decisions on the best instructional approach for the student.
 Created and introduced strategic plans for breaking complex subject matter down into easy to understand methods.
 Developed and implemented unique, innovative lessons to ensure the understanding of difficult material.

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Congregation Beth Elohim  Acton, MA  1995 – 2010
JCC Early Learning Center  Acton, MA 2007 – 2009
Grade 6 Religious School Teacher: 1995 – 2010
Family Educator: 1996 – 2009
Family Educator: 2007 – 2009
 Utilized effective classroom management while employing cooperative learning techniques to enhance student
learning.
 Devised and implemented innovative lesson plans for teaching Torah Trope and Leining along with other Jewish life
skills.
 Administered exceptional leadership in the development of a synagogue Family Education Program from planning
grant through implementation.
 Developed and introduced creative programs guiding families through Jewish journeys using ritual, values and
Jewish culture resulting in documented increased family observance at home while leading to further Jewish
educational ventures and community involvement.
 Collaborated closely with faculty members, clergy and administration in educational and community building
programs for families with school age children and the greater congregation.
 Successfully acquired and marketed the holiday family preschool program, increasing enrollment by 100% while also
revising curriculum to include parent education and hiring/supervising teachers and assistants.
 Established cooperative programming and partnerships with other synagogue arms including Sisterhood, Adult
Education, Social Action, JCC Preschool, School and Religious committees creating a cohesive program serving the
entire community.
 Successfully guided various lay lead committees and assisted in shaping future institutional leaders.
 Planned and co-led a family congregational Israel trip in 2008 and 2010 for over 35 participants ranging in age from
12 – 75 ensuring all activities ran smoothly and efficiently.
 Designed the mission statement, goals and community scan for the planning grant while actively participating in all
aspects of the Magen Hagan accreditation process.
 Proactively advised and trained numerous faculty members as a strong Judaic resource.
 Established and implemented a New Parent Outreach program for 12 families expecting new babies.
 Organized and conducted various community holiday celebrations focusing on Jewish Education and rituals to be
observed at home such as Rosh Chodesh celebrations, Havdallah at home and Shabbat Seder for the family Shabbat
table.
ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS
TECHNICAL SKILLS Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Publisher;
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Tzion, CJP Boston (In Progress); Foundation for Jewish Camp Goodman Initiative; Jewish
Family Education Network, Family Education Institute; Boston Mandel Teacher Educator
Institute; Facing History & Ourselves; Meeting the Other Half Way, Archdioces of Boston
& the Bureau of Jewish Education; Ikkarim Congregation Beth Elohim, Acton, MA (2007 –
2008)
ORGANIZATIONS Jewish Family Education Network Co-Chair: 2007 – 2009
Limmud Boston Teacher Track Development Team Member
Havayah Coordinator & Teen Trip Leader, BJE Boston
INTERESTS Jogging, Biking, Family Time, Traveling, Theater, Food, Crossfit, Reading, Mah Jongg
Detailed Professional References Available Upon Request
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