Our Staff

The most important component for a successful experience for you and your child is an excellent staff.
​Our staff are dedicated professionals, who undergo a rigorous selection and subsequent training.
​All teachers and assistants are certified by the State of Minnesota Department of Human Services.
Our staff share a commitment to exceeding the expectations of the families we serve.

Administration

Janice Schachtman
Current Director of Gan Shelanu Preschool ​

Julie Ziessman
Incoming Director of Early Childhood Education

Heidi Zipkin
Gan Assistant Director
Camp Mishpacha Director

Risa Kessler
Office Administration​

Teachers

Beit Tinokot

Nicole Goldstein
​Lead Teacher

Jackie Simon
​Assistant Teacher

Halee ​Reichenbach
​Aide

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Toddlers

Lisa ​Bennett
Lead Teacher

Melissa King
​Assistant Teacher

Ellie Holman
​Assistant Teacher

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Preschool

Lea Brand
Lead Teacher

Stephanie Stover
​Assistant Teacher

Mikaela Bush
​Aide

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Pre-Kindergarten

Heidi Zipkin
Lead Teacher

Deb Lehman
​Teacher

Alisha Zelle
Assistant Teacher

Asya ​Feldberg
Assistant Teacher

Winnie Brand
​Aide

Matthew Molnar
​Aide