Meet Our Team
Mrs. Sarah Lehrfield, M.Ed
Co-director
With her outgoing and lively personality and caring nature, Sarah connects to anyone she meets. She loves hosting guests in her home, meeting new people, and sharing the incredible wisdom and beauty of Torah. Always ready and available to offer a listening ear and a helping hand, Sarah is loved by those who know her.
Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield, M.Ed
Co-director
Rabbi Menachem Lehrfield received his M.Ed from Loyola University, Chicago and received two rabbinic ordinations from Yeshivas Beis Yisroel in Jerusalem and Rabbi Zalman Nechemia Goldberg, the Chief Justice of the Jerusalem High Court.
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Rabbi Lehrfield’s passion lies not only in spreading the beauty and relevance of Judaism to all Jews, but in photography, graphic design, mountain climbing and snowboarding. His warmth, genuine love for every Jew, and approachability allow him to connect with people of all ages and from all backgrounds.
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He is excited to bring his creativity and passion for Jewish education to help make Jewish learning come alive at the SITE!
Danielle Shwartz
Hebrew Reading Specialist
Danielle is a native of Israel and has relocated with her family to Denver
She earned her B.A and M.Ed. in education and teacher certificate in Israel
Danielle has experience teaching Hebrew in Sunday schools, Jewish Day School and at DU. Danielle enjoys teaching Hebrew in all its levels and introducing learners with her native language, culture and traditions.
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When Danielle is not working she enjoys hanging out with the kids and dog in beautiful Colorado.
Tammi Stitelman
Hebrew Reading Specialist
Morah Tammy brings more than 40 years of teaching Hebrew to the SITE. She is a tremendous asset to our robust Hebrew program and allows us to offer personalized hebrew instruction to all of our students.
Mrs. Esti Erlanger
Sprout Teacher
Morah Esti has decades of experience teaching young children. Her warmth and care make every child feel loved. Morah Esti enjoys teaching through song and stories and her enthusiasm for Judaism makes every lesson come alive.
Rabbi Yonatan Nuszen
Empower Director
Reb Yonatan Nuszen is dedicated to creating a fun and engaging way for students to grow through Jewish education. R' Yonatan designs educational games and classes that allow students to use their creative passions to develop their Jewish identity.