Mrs. Paulina Salem

Principal
At Gesher Yehuda, we believe that building children’s confidence is equally as important as teaching them the things they will need to know for life.

I am so lucky and honored to be part of such an amazing institution. We have such a warm, caring staff that goes out of their way to make sure each child is progressing and developing to his/her fullest potential. 

I have been working within the New York Sephardic community for over 15 years. I began my teaching career at Barkai Yeshiva, and then taught both second and fourth grade at Yeshivah of Flatbush. I have also held the position of Assistant Director of Campus Life and served on various educational committees as well within Yeshivah of Flatbush.

I hold a Bachelor of Arts from Barnard College in Political Science, where I also completed an education program and received my initial teaching license. I received my Masters in Special Education from Brooklyn College. I am also a graduate of YOU Lead, Prizmah’s signature program for Jewish day school professionals and leaders. I am currently working on my Doctorate in Jewish Educational Leadership through Azrieli.

Number of years of experience in the field: 15+
Number of years in Gesher: 3
Education: Brooklyn College