Danielle Lototsky

Danielle Lototsky is a dedicated member of the Emek community. She's a proud parent of two Emek graduates and currently has two children enrolled at the school. Danielle holds a Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts from Excelsior College and has honed her teaching skills through extensive training at Teachers College, Columbia University, with a focus on reading, writing, and phonics instruction.
Danielle is a strong advocate for the Science of Reading approach and has completed rigorous training through the Orton Gillingham Academy, specializing in teaching reading to children with dyslexia. With over a decade of teaching experience, she believes in personalized education, tailoring her teaching to each student's unique learning style and needs.
Danielle finds immense joy in working with her Pre-First girls in the classroom, creating a nurturing, engaging learning space. Beyond her professional life, Danielle cherishes every precious moment she can spend with her beloved family during her free time.

To contact Danielle Lototsky, email [email protected]. 

Briana Blum 

Briana was born and raised in beautiful Westchester, New York. Her educational background includes a BA in Journalism from the University of Rhode Island, and an MA in Multiple Subject Teaching, along with certification in Gifted Education from the University of Southern California. She has six years of teaching experience and over 12 years of working individually with children, catering to their unique learning needs. She is a passionate educator committed to engaging students in meaningful educational experiences that spark curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love for learning. She is so excited to now be a part of the amazing Emek community!

To contact Briana Blum, email [email protected]. 

Aliyah Treizman

Ms. Aliyah Treizman is a dedicated educator with a passion for fostering student growth. Growing up in Valley Village, Aliyah attended Bais Yaakov Los Angeles and continued her education at Michlalah Jerusalem College for seminary. She subsequently earned a B.A. in Psychology. Aliyah is committed to using innovative methods to engage students and make learning a dynamic and meaningful experience. Having worked as a teaching assistant at Emek last year, she is excited to continue being part of this incredible school community.

To contact Aliyah Treizman, email [email protected].

Tova Kayla Shifman 

Tova Shifman, the Pre-First Torah Studies Morah, was born in Miami Beach, Florida and moved to Valley Village in 2011. She attended Emek Hebrew Academy for Elementary school and continued on to Bais Yaakov Los Angeles High School. She later earned her Teaching Certification from Me’Ohr Bais Yaakov Teacher’s Seminary, while studying abroad. Tova is currently studying for her Bachelor’s in psychology. She enjoys utilizing her creative, musical talents to help educate her students in a warm environment. Tova feels privileged to be able to give back to the Emek community from which she gained tremendously, and to impart lifelong skills to her students.

To contact Tova Shifman, email [email protected].

Hadar Malka

Hadar Malka, a Judaic Studies teacher with a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, was born and raised in Los Angeles and is the proud mom of four children, all of whom attend Emek. Being part of the Emek family makes this community especially meaningful to her family. I love creating fun, hands-on learning experiences that help children develop a love for Torah and Hebrew. She's passionate about bringing creativity, warmth, and joy into everything she does, both in the classroom and throughout her community.

To contact Hadar Malka, email [email protected]. 

Sahari Liera

To contact Sahari Liera, email [email protected].