All-Inclusive Learning
Melissa specializes in creating one-of-a-kind B-Mitzvah services and tutoring for families of all sects of Judaism. Whereas synagogues and Hebrew schools teach that the B-mitzvah is the end of a child’s Judaism, it’s actually the start of their new life as a Jewish adult. A B-mitzvah is the first moment when a student straddles childhood and adulthood and gets to think about paving their own Jewish path in the future. Melissa aims to have the child comfortably lead a customized service and understand “what’s the point of all of this?” She wants your child to walk into any synagogue and feel comfortable with the Hebrew, where they stand in their values, and how they align with Judaism.
Melissa has worked with students from all walks of life, from Orthodox day school students to “My dad found out he was Jewish on 23 and me!” There is no judgment, no politics, only joy in our expression. She also specializes in working with students with ADHD and Dyslexia.
Please contact Melissa to hear more about her teaching methodologies to ensure she is the right fit for your child and family. Free consultation call/meeting offered before starting lessons in person or virtually.
B-Mitzvah Services & Officiating
Melissa has worked with families for over 10 years creating meaningful B-Mitzvah Services. Contact Melissa to learn more and start creating a beautiful memory for your entire family.
Taste of Judaism
Melissa loves helping people of all ages enjoy their Jewish rituals. Melissa has done naming ceremonies for babies and trans people of all ages, taught Torah study classes with adults, and even helped decorate sukkahs!
Melissa is a self-taught home chef who has taught cooking for kids with “Culinary Kids Academy” and offers one-off cooking classes for kids and adults to help bring the taste and nostalgia of Judaism home.
Need consulting on a Torah portion, speeches, or anything else? Please get in touch with Melissa for all your Jewish needs un-related to a B-Mitzvah.
Destination Services
Melissa is happy to work with your family to create mitzvahs, mazels and memories where ever is most meaningful to you! Contact Melissa today to set up a time to talk about your destination B-Mitzvah, wedding, baby naming, or other event.
Wedding Officiant
Melissa is passionate about helping you make the best memories possible! She loves life and wants to help couples start their lives together by creating ceremonies they will remember for their entire lives. She works with couples who are Jewish, mixed-faith, or non-Jewish.
Services include officiating in person, vow writing, and helping other officiants write their scripts and add in the Judaic elements if they need assistance.