2026 Camp Staff

At Camp Shoresh, we are one big happy family!
Hiring the right staff is the key component to ensuring a wonderful camp experience for our campers.

We are looking for staff members who LOVE kids and are excited and passionate about spending their summer with our campers, enabling them to develop self-confidence and independence, forge life-long friendships, and create amazing memories.

Being an effective staff member requires a tremendous amount of energy, spirit, caring, sensitivity, and patience.

Individuals who will be entering at least 11th grade in Fall 2026 are encouraged to apply.

Rabbi Dave Finkelstein

Executive Director

Rabbi Dave Finkelstein is returning for his 41st summer as Director of Shoresh. This will actually be his 45th summer at camp, as he was a counselor for four years prior. If you are a well-behaved camper, you get a treat from Rabbi Dave's office or a special ride on his Gator. Rabbi Dave served as a Judaics teacher at Beth Tfiloh Community School in Baltimore for 18 years. He serves on various committees at the Associated Jewish Federation of Baltimore, and has won several awards in Jewish Education. Rabbi Dave's favorite part of his job is giving Fidler Teen Torah Center classes in Virginia.

Rabbi Asher Stein

Dean of Jewish Life

Rabbi Asher Stein will be back for his 46th year at Camp Shoresh. Rabbi Stein oversees various aspects of the Judaics program at camp, including division- and camp-wide Jewish learning sessions. During the year, Rabbi Stein is a Judaics teacher at Beth Tfiloh Community School in Baltimore. His ruach (energy) is infectious, as he is everyone's favorite at camp.

Rabbi Tzvi Tuchman

Assistant Director

Rabbi Tzvi Tuchman is returning for his 22nd summer, 19th as the Assistant Director. "Rabbi T" was a counselor for three years before he moved to Columbus, OH for 13 years where he was the Program Director of the Columbus Community Kollel. In camp, Rabbi T can be found leading small group tutoring sessions and serving the Jewish educational needs of our campers, otherwise he inevitably will be fixing something broken. During the off-season, Rabbi T directs Shoresh's Adult Education program, where he personally teaches many classes each month to Frederick, MoCo, Baltimore, and Virginia participants.

Rabbi Yakov Majeski

Assistant to the Head Staff

Rabbi Yakov Majeski will be returning for his 20th summer at Shoresh. You never know what crazy Yiddish song "Majik" will have the whole camp singing each summer. He brings awesome and creative spirit to camp. Walk into the lunch room and you will see Majik leading the dancing, singing, and zaniness. Rabbi Majeski is the Middle School General Studies Principal at Talmudical Academy in Baltimore during the school year.

Rabbi Yisroel Weiser

Director of Operations

Rabbi Weiser is excited to be joining Camp Shoresh for his first summer as Director of Operations. He recently moved to Maryland with his wife, Morah Malka Weiser, and brings over 25 years of experience in Jewish education, along with a professional background in School Psychology. Known for his creativity, positivity, and ability to connect with people of all ages, Rabbi Weiser has spent many years leading camps and educational programs. Whether he's sharing wisdom (he is Weiser, after all!), making people laugh with his quick wit, or impressing everyone with his gourmet cooking skills, Rabbi Weiser brings fun, energy, and heart wherever he goes. He is looking forward to helping make this summer at Shoresh unforgettable!

Rachel Shar

Program Director

Rachel Shar has been a part of the Shoresh family for ten years. Rachel brings her unique creativity, her love of programming, and her passion for inspiring children together to create one-of-a-kind programming at Camp Shoresh. When she's not creating and running camp-wide programs (like Challah Bakes for chesed, Shabbaton activities, and Color War), Rachel is the First Grade General Studies teacher, Program Director, and Director of the OCA Theatrical Society at Ohr Chadash Academy in Baltimore.

Moshe Tuchman

Field Director

Moshe Tuchman is thrilled to be coming back for his ninth summer at Camp Shoresh and his fourth as Field Director. His past experience as a CIT Boys' counselor, the Lower Boys' Division Head, the Upper Boys' Division Head, and the Challenge Course Director, have made him hugely successful in this role. He is a man of many talents! During the year he is a Second Grade teacher at Baltimore's Ohr Chadash Academy.

Alon Dek

CIT Director

Alon Dek will be returning for his 25th summer. Alon has a great relationship with the CIT boys and is a mentor to them all year long. One minute he’ll be playing an intense game of basketball, and the next he’s answering the CIT boys' toughest questions about Judaism. He makes the best Rice Krispies treats this side of the Mason-Dixon line. Alon has been a special education teacher at Sulam in Rockville for the past 20+ years.

Esti Tuchman

Junior Shoresh Director

Esti Tuchman is originally from Denver, Colorado and moved to Baltimore 8 years ago. During the year she is the Hebrew Kriah Coordinator at Ohr Chadash Academy. As a former Kindergarten teacher, Esti’s classroom is filled with song, dance, and projects bringing the Torah to life. She is excited to bring this same joy and energy to Junior Shoresh for her second year at Camp Shoresh! Esti also enjoys being crafty and creative - especially using her Cricut! - and being a mother to her beautiful family.

Rivka Tuchman

Junior Shoresh Assistant Director

The Shoresh tagline, “From Baby to Bubby,” could one day describe Rivka’s own Shoresh journey. She began at Shoresh at just 3 years old and, over the past 18 years, has grown through nearly every role the organization has to offer. Rivka has been a Jr. Shoresh camper, Big Camp camper, babysitter, and now serves as the Assistant Director of Jr. Shoresh. When she’s not busy at Shoresh, Rivka runs her business, Hair by Rivka, and is pursuing a degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Malka Weiser

Upper Girls' Division Head

Morah Weiser is excited to be entering her fourth year at Shoresh. A former Camp Shoresh counselor from 2003–2005, she has returned to Shoresh as the full-time Director of Engagement and will serve this summer as the Upper Girls Division Head. With over 25 years of experience in Jewish education, Malka recently relocated from San Diego, California, where she and her husband, Rabbi Yisroel Weiser, ran a Jewish camp for more than 10 years. She brings ruach, experience, and a passion for learning and growth, always striving to build meaningful connections with every child she meets.

Devorah Krainess

Lower Girls' Division Head

Devorah Krainess can't wait to return to Camp Shoresh as the Lower Girls' Division Head for a fifth year, after leading the CIT Girls her first summer at Shoresh. She eagerly guides the rising 2nd-5th grade girls and counselors to a fantastic summer. Her enthusiasm and warmth make her ideal for this role! During the school year, Devorah is an ESS and davening teacher at the Yeshiva of Greater Washington in Silver Spring, and also runs the school play.

Joel Finkelstein

Upper Boys' Division Head

Rabbi Joel Finkelstein grew up in West Hempstead, NY. He earned his degree in History and Jewish Studies from the University at Buffalo. Wanting to delve deep into Torah, Rabbi Joel went off to learn at Aish, Sh'or Yoshuv, and the Yeshiva of Greater Washington’s Zichron Amram Kollel. He currently works as the JLIC Rabbi at Brandeis University hosting students with his family and teaching Torah. In his free time he loves to go for walks with his family, play softball with students, and enjoy a sefer with a great view. This summer he is so excited to come to Shoresh, serve as the Upper Boys Division Head and see what it’s all about!

Avi Thurman

Lower Boys' Division Head

Avi Thurman is thrilled to be returning to Camp Shoresh for his third summer, his second summer as Lower Boys Division Head. During the year, he works in the special needs field, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He is passionate about helping others grow and reach their full potential. He brings energy and heart to everything he does and looks forward to another incredible summer filled with growth, fun, and meaningful moments with campers and staff.

Amy Gordon

Camp Nurse

Nurse Amy Gordon will be returning for her 10th summer as our on-site Registered Nurse. Amy loves taking care of and getting to know the Shoresh campers and staff each summer. During the school year, Amy works part time as a Triage RN for Frederick Health, caring for children and adults. In her spare time, Nurse Amy enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and watching her sons’ sporting events.

Tamar Livingstone

Mental Health Professional

Tamar Livingstone will be back for her sixth summer as our MESH (Mental, Emotional & Social Health) Pro. Tamar works with children, teenagers and adults, encouraging them to live their best lives and be their greatest selves. She works with staff and campers to support the diverse emotional needs of the Camp Shoresh family. She loves getting to know people, cooking, and reading.

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