Lisa Aamodt has been an experienced Jewish professional for over 16 years and joined the CTI family in 2015. As Limud’s Education Director, she is a progressive leader and role model for our children. Her research in determining the new curriculum for our students is a testimony to her dedication. In addition to Limud, she is also in charge of a vast array of programs for our youth from age 1 through grade 12, including: TOT Shabbat, PJ Library, Kiki’s Kids Jr., Youth, and Teen Programs, and Limud High.
Through Torah study, Lisa strives to instill in our children positive moral character and the importance of being good citizens of the world. Through Jewish education, she strives to provide the building blocks for children and young adults to build their own Jewish identity.
Lisa leads youth and family services and programs, and runs Rosh Chodesh “It’s a girl thing” which teaches middle school through high school girls about Judaism and self-awareness. Lisa has also led various workshops, including “Making Junior Congregation Come Alive at your Synagogue”, at the New Caje2 Conference (2012), and “PJ Library Program, Marketing and Outreach” at the PJ Library Conference (2013).
Lisa holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Management of Technology, a Master’s Degree in Non Profit Management, and received her Doctoral Degree in Educational Leadership from Gratz College. In 2014, she was the recipient of the prestigious Harold Grinspoon Excellence in Jewish Education Award and the New Caje5 Principles Certificate. In 2019 she was awarded the Stars Under 40 Award on Long Island.