About Us
Meet Noam
A native Israeli from a small town north of Haifa, Noam began teaching Hebrew while earning his degree at Tufts University in Medford, MA.
In the decade since, Noam has taught hundreds of students from all over the world (United States, Canada, Germany, France, Spain, Gibraltar, and Indonesia to name a few) privately and at Ha-Ulpan, NYC’s premier Hebrew language learning institute.
An expert and strong believer in the immersive ulpan method with the track record to prove it, Noam prides himself in figuring out the best and most effective way to teach his different students, so that they can speak, communicate, and express themselves as quickly as possible in the language of Israel.
Where in the World?
Splitting his time between New York and Los Angeles, Noam offers individual students or groups weekly online classes.
Lessions are conducted via ZOOM, FaceTime, or Google Meet utilizing the latest screen-sharing and virtual whiteboard technology.
Our Mission
We want to get you confidently using Hebrew as quickly as possible in the way that benefits you most.
Noam has prepared families for Aliyah, taught partners of Israelis who want to understand what everyone around them is jabbering on about, high schoolers going through Hebrew education, and college students preparing for a semester abroad.
Whatever your goals, Noam will tailor your studies to meet them in a way that is fast, effective, lasting, and fun.
Testimonials
Yael Halaas, MD, FACS
Sharon F., Biotech sales, NYC
Sharon F., Biotech sales, NYC
"Noam is exceptionally bright, vivacious. Makes class and learning fun. Incorporates different modalities to ensure faster and more in depth long term learning. Best and biggest improvement I’ve ever had in my ulpan experience."
Sharon F., Biotech sales, NYC
Sharon F., Biotech sales, NYC
Sharon F., Biotech sales, NYC
"I have been learning Hebrew with Noam for almost one year. During class, I am engaged throughout and appreciate his ability to keep material relevant and interesting while interjecting humor. Noam also tutors our two daughters. It is remarkable how he is able to interact and impact students both young and adult."
Stephanie Terebelo, Occupational Therapist, NYC
Stephanie Terebelo, Occupational Therapist, NYC
Stephanie Terebelo, Occupational Therapist, NYC
"Noam is an amazing teacher. He is enthusiastic and supportive. He brings a wonderful energy to the classroom and creates an environment that is both educational and fun at the same time. His patience and understanding allows students of all levels to feel comfortable with expressing their thoughts and opinions in Hebrew. Each week I look forward to class!!"
Christine J., NJ
Stephanie Terebelo, Occupational Therapist, NYC
Stephanie Terebelo, Occupational Therapist, NYC
“Noam is my favorite Hebrew teacher and I look forward to class with
him every week. He is hilarious and fun, which makes our conversations
in Hebrew engaging and enjoyable. Noam is very in tune with his
students' levels and knows exactly how to challenge us and help us
grow."