Hi! I’m Whitney, a B’nei Mitzvah specialist & Jewish educator in New York City.
Services
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Whether the student is brand new to Hebrew or looking to solidify knowledge from a class, this service will have anyone (my students range in age from 7-92) reading four-syllable words within six weeks of consistent lessons and practice. A fantastic service that provides a strong Hebrew reading foundation designed to meet your individual goals.
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Using my unique visual and aural methods customized to each student’s individual learning style, I focus not only on teaching material in session, but on instilling practice skills, confidence, and poise that propels them to be successful in their assigned homework and on the bimah. These skills are transferable to endless other areas of learning and life. I am committed to meeting each of my students where they are. I have expertise working with students with ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, OCD, Autism, and other learning differences.
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Sometimes things don't go as planned. If you are one to four months from the date of your Bar/Bat Mitzvah and you need to kick it into high gear, this is the service for you. I will provide an action plan which includes individualized recordings, annotated materials, and 3-5 lessons per week to be sure you not only arrive at your deadline but do so with ease and confidence.
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Maybe you didn’t have the opportunity to learn about Judaism as a child, or maybe you just want a refresher! Anything I can do to help you feel more comfortable in Synagogue (or any Jewish setting) I would love to help. This is a completely customizable service.
What People Are Saying
“Whitney is terrific. She tutored our daughter from start to finish for her Bat Mitzvah— from learning to read Hebrew through every aspect of the service. Whitney is patient (especially with tweens!), reliable, upbeat, and has a gorgeous voice. In the end the Rabbi said that our daughter was, ‘the best prepared student he’s ever seen.’ This is all thanks to her tutor — thank you Whitney!”
— Hillary Peck, Horace Mann parent, UES of Manhattan
“Whitney is phenomenal and just what our family needed! Her creativity in teaching our son Brody to read Torah was matched by her enthusiasm and patience. We were concerned that Brody's dyslexia would prevent him from learning to read Torah but Whitney knew just how to access that part of his brain. Thanks to her thoughtfulness, dedication and flexibility to take a non-traditional approach, Brody was able to shine on the bimah!”
— Amy Bressler, Windward parent, UWS of Manhattan
“I cannot recommend Whitney enough. Our daughter was overly prepared for her Bat Mitzvah and never felt stressed throughout the entire process. Also, I never had to remind my daughter to study because Whitney takes care of making the schedule and staying on top of them. I’m happy to speak with anyone who is considering working with Whitney. You will not regret it!”
— Sarah Stafford, The Town School Parent, UES of Manhattan
“Whitney Diamond is the best Hebrew tutor my son ever had. The way she laid it all out for us, and explained to him the process that she uses, helped him immeasurably in preparing for his Bar Mitzvah in the short time we had left. “Bar Mitzvah triage” is a real need, and Whitney’s calming and kind presence and professionalism saved the day for my son, and my whole family!! Thank you, Whitney!”
— Katie, Riverdale Country School parent, UES of Manhattan
Call me, let's Talk!
Call me, let's Talk!
I’d love to learn more about how I can be a part of the learning journey of you or a loved one. Send me an email to schedule a call!