I am a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and operations professional with decades of experience in teaching art and Hebrew studies, managing busy offices, and delivering exceptional customer service. I thrive on building engaging programs for students, coordinating cross-department work, and bringing creative solutions to communities. From leading design projects as a freelance artist to supervising kosher kitchens and managing retail teams, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible results and helping people connect through art, education, and service.…

Paula Moskovits

I am a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and operations professional with decades of experience in teaching art and Hebrew studies, managing busy offices, and delivering exceptional customer service. I thrive on building engaging programs for students, coordinating cross-department work, and bringing creative solutions to communities. From leading design projects as a freelance artist to supervising kosher kitchens and managing retail teams, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible results and helping people connect through art, education, and service.…

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I am a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and operations professional with decades of experience in teaching art and Hebrew studies, managing busy offices, and delivering exceptional customer service. I thrive on building engaging programs for students, coordinating cross-department work, and bringing creative solutions to communities.

From leading design projects as a freelance artist to supervising kosher kitchens and managing retail teams, I enjoy turning ideas into tangible results and helping people connect through art, education, and service.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Hebrew (modern)
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Kosher Supervisor and Sous Chef at Mizrahi Market
January 1, 2023 - Present
Oversee kosher supervision, kitchen operations, menu planning, and supplier coordination; supervise staff; ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Administrative Assistant / Manager at Rosen Management Services
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Provide administrative support, manage scheduling, coordinate correspondence and client communications; assist with office operations and project management.
Sweet Shoppe Manager / Cross-Department Roles: Bakery, Produce, Floral, Hot Foods, Meat, Cheese, Barista, Cashier at Mariano’s
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Managed the Sweet Shoppe operations across multiple departments; supervised staff; ensured product quality; contributed to customer service and sales.
Receptionist / Mail Room Assistant at Hebrew Theological College
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Front desk receptionist; mailroom duties; administrative support; helped coordinate campus operations.
Hebrew & Jewish Philosophy Teacher at Shir Hadash Congregation
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2015
Taught Hebrew and Jewish philosophy to students; developed curriculum; supported student learning and engagement.
Hebrew, Chumash & Jewish Philosophy Teacher at Am Yisrael Congregation
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
Taught Hebrew, Chumash and Jewish philosophy; created lesson plans; supported youth programs.
Prayer & Chumash Teacher at Persian Hebrew Congregation
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2015
Led prayer and Chumash instruction; integrated Jewish education across programs.
K–8 Substitute Teacher (All Subjects) at Chicago Public Schools
January 1, 1996 - January 1, 2006
Substitute teacher across K-8; covered all subjects; maintained classroom management and instruction.
K–8 Substitute Teacher (All Subjects) at Skokie and Lincolnwood Public Schools
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
As substitute teacher across district; delivered curriculum across multiple subjects.
Administrative Assistant / Receptionist / Customer Service / Sales at TRC Communications
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Implemented organizational systems; supported office operations; customer service and sales duties.
K–8 Art Teacher at Bais Yaacov Hebrew Day School
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1984
Art instruction for K-8; developed curricula and art projects.
K–8 Art Teacher at Cheder Lubavitch Hebrew Day School
January 1, 1990 - January 1, 1991
Art teacher; designed and delivered art lessons.
Administrative Assistant / Bookkeeper at Crown Auto Repair and Body Shop
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1989
Administrative support and bookkeeping; managed records and invoicing.
Bookkeeper at Chicago Hebrew Bookstore
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1982
Bookkeeping; financial records management.
Bookkeeper at Furst & Furst Collection Agency
January 1, 1980 - January 1, 1981
Accounts receivable tasks; bookkeeping; client records.
Floral Designer / Event Supervisor at Honey’s Bunch
January 1, 2003 - Present
Floral design and event supervision; creating centerpieces and gift baskets; coordinating events.
Fine Art & Design Freelancer at Shechina
January 1, 1990 - Present
Freelance artist and designer offering fine art, mural painting, graphic design, and customized commissions including marriage contracts and wreaths.

Education

Certificate in Computerized Accounting at ORT Technical School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
B.F.A. in Painting & Art Education at School of the Art Institute of Chicago
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1978
Illinois Art Teacher Certification (K-12) at Illinois Art Teacher Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1978

Qualifications

Certificate in Computerized Accounting
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
Illinois Art Teacher Certification (K-12)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1978

Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Retail, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment

Skills

Experience Level