Founder, Head of School
Shulamit Roth, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a language and speech pathologist who has dedicated her career to helping students with language based learning disabilities. With over 10 years of experience, Shulamit began her career as a clinician at the Soifer Center for Learning and Child Development in White Plains, NY. After working in private practice, she served as a language and literacy specialist in public and private schools in Boston, New Jersey, and New York, including Brookline Public Schools, The Carroll School, Maimonides School, Yeshivat Noam and most recently, The Shefa School. In transitioning to the school setting, Shulamit sought to carry over her clinical experience to help teachers understand their students’ learning profiles and infuse their instruction with language supportive strategies. In this regard, she consulted with teachers to modify and develop curriculum to best reach all types of learners. Her passion for teaching Jewish students with language-based learning disabilities led her to founding Yeshivat Shalshelet, where she helps students access the beauty of Torah and achieve their academic and personal potential.
She received a B.A. from Stern College for Women and an M.S. from Brooklyn College in Speech and Language Pathology.
Shulamit lives in New Jersey with her family.
Executive Director
Elizabeth Naor is an experienced professional and lay leader. She is a graduate of the Sy Syms School of Business with a BS in finance and previously held the position of account officer at JPMorgan Chase Private Banking Group. Her previous work as shul administrator of Congregation Bnai Yeshurun, one of the largest shuls in Bergen County, has provided her with invaluable insights into strong leadership and organizational management. Elizabeth is committed to both education and community. She served as the co-president and treasurer of the Yeshivat Noam Parent’s Association and on the school's executive board, and later served as dinner co-chair at TABC and as a member of their recruiting committee.
Elizabeth lives in Teaneck, NJ, with her family.
Director of Speech and Language
Aliza Salamon is a language and speech pathologist with over fifteen years of experience. Aliza received her B.A. in Communication Sciences from Stern College for Women and an M.A. in Speech and Language Pathology from Queens College. Aliza has developed a thorough developmental approach to working with students with a range of language and learning challenges. Her experiences working in both private practice, as well as various special education settings, including at Teaneck Speech and Language Center, Na’aleh High School for Girls and SINAI at RYNJ have provided her with a unique understanding of language learning and its implications for academic success. As a therapist and teacher, Aliza leads both individual and group language lessons and collaborates with teachers to develop strategies for reading, writing and language instruction across curriculum. As Yeshivat Shalshelet's director of speech and language, she creates a language supportive environment for each student.
She lives in Bergenfield, NJ with her family.
Curriculum Coordinator
Miriam Schulman has been supporting Yeshiva day school students and teachers for almost fifteen years. Miriam graduated from Queens College with a B.A. in History and received a dual M.S.Ed. in General Education and Literacy from Bank Street Graduate School of Education. She has significant expertise in literacy development and specialized instruction for students with dyslexia and other language-based difficulties. Miriam has served in various teaching roles featuring extensive training in both English and Hebrew reading at SAR Academy and, most recently, RYNJ. By tailoring her instruction to each child’s strengths and needs, Miriam has helped build critical foundational literacy and student skills for struggling learners. She has supported fellow teachers and support staff through informal training and workshops. As Yeshivat Shalshelet's curriculum coordinator, Miriam helps each child reach their full potential.
Miriam lives in Teaneck, NJ with her family.
Occupational Therapist and Programming Coordinator
Alyssa Hertzberg is an occupational therapist who specializes in working with students in the school environment. After graduating from Stern College for Women, Alyssa received her MSOT with a pediatric specialty from Columbia University’s Programs in Occupational Therapy. She has spent over a decade in the NY and NJ public and private schools supporting students and helping them become successful members of their school communities. Alyssa feels passionately that learning continues beyond the walls of the classroom and has extensive experience working with children and creating programs for them in the informal education realm.
Alyssa lives in Bergenfield, NJ with her family.