The Gmax Jerusalem team includes some of the most exciting and experienced English speaking teachers in Israel. Both our secular and Judaic studies teachers have made it possible for our students to excel and qualify for the most prestigious post high school programs in Israel.

Mrs. Bruria Lapin-Martin, Principal

Bruria Lapin Martin has had a rich experience in education spanning many countries: South Africa, the US, Eastern Europe and Germany, before making aliyah. She holds a first degree in Philosophy with a minor in Psychology, and received her Masters degree in Philosopshy from Tel Aviv University. Bruria has always been passionate about education. Her life's goal is to help maximize the potential of each of the wonderful students she is blessed with.

Rabbi Aharon Wexler

Aharon Wexler made Aliyah from NY after high school and studied in the Hesder Program of Yeshivat HaKotel. After Yeshiva, he received his BA in Archeology from Bar-Ilan University and then went back to Yeshivat HaKotel for his Rabbinic Ordination. Rav Aharon went on to earn an MA in Jewish History and is now a Doctoral Candidate in Jewish Studies. Rav Aharon is a popular teacher and lecturer in Jerusalem at many yeshivot, seminaries, and educational programs and is a licensed tour guide of Israel.

Mrs. Helen Gottstein, English Studies

Helen Gottstein has been a teacher and lecturer in Israel for the past 20 years. She has been Teaching for Gmax Jerusalem for 4 years and has successfully guided her students through their various exams. Mrs. Gottstein has been the Drama instructor as well and has produced Peter Pan and The Lion King with her students. Mrs. Gottstein has worked extensively in Israeli-Palestinian dialogue, public speaking, cultural differences, service training, and English teaching. In addition, she has never been without a good book in hand.

Mr. Yisrael Guttman, Math & Science

Mr. Yisrael Guttman holds a B.Sc. from McGill university, Montreal, Canada and a B.Ed. from the University of Ottawa in Ottawa, Canada.
Mr. Guttman has been teaching chemistry, physics and math for 23 years and has taught at the following schools prior to making Aliyah in 2005: Eisendrath International Exchange High School in Israel, Ottawa-Carleton District School Board, Machon Sara High School, Ottawa Torah Institute, Algonquin College and Hillel Academy.
Mr. Guttman previously owned and operated a Kumon Centre, an after school math program, for 10 years. Mr. Guttman loves teaching math because he enjoys it and most people hate it!
Mr. Guttman particularly enjoys teaching at Gmax Jerusalem because of the variety of students he encounters, and the various skill levels they have. He takes it as a personal challenge to bring everyone up to a high level of competence and skill, regardless of their starting point. Simultaneously, he endeavors to further their commitment to Israel and their desire to build the country.

Mrs. Joanne Yelenik, Social Studies

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