Rebecca Resnick

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You would be hard-pressed to find a teacher who is more of an inspiration to their students than Rebecca Resnick. She shows up to the classroom with a positive attitude and encourages her students to give back in any way they can.

In her free time, Rebecca mentors breast cancer patients through Imerman Angels and Gilda's Club Chicago, both organizations that offer free support to patients in Chicago. In addition, she is a member of the JUF YLD Community Service Committee and a LEADS leader.

Rebecca leads by example and teaches her students to do the same. She cares about the future of their students and their community.

AGE:
35

PRIMARY GIG:
High School Mathematics Teacher

ON THE SIDE:
Aunt, Equestrian, Traveler, Jigsaw Puzzle Enthusiast, Volunteer

RELATIONSHIP STATUS:
Single

DESCRIBE YOURSELF IN 10 WORDS OR LESS:
I'm a genuine, bold, nurturing, protective, curious, and independent person.

A JEW WHO INSPIRES YOU:
Julius Rosenwald

HOW YOU JEW IN CHICAGO:
I like to participate in YLD events as well as Silverstein Base Hillel. Sometimes I go to Anshe Emet YAD programs, too.

CHICAGO'S JEWISH COMMUNITY IN 10 YEARS:
Continuing to advocate for Jews and marginalized populations in our city and around the world.