Oak Park Temple Staff
Danielle Sandler
Temple Administrator
Danielle Sandler has over 15 years of experience in Jewish Institutions crossing the spectrum from Orthodox to Reform. She worked for Northwest Suburban Jewish Congregation as Executive Director, Hebrew Theological College/Anne M. Blitstein Teachers Institute as Assistant to the Dean, and Administrative Assistant for the Early Childhood Department of Hillel Torah Day School. She has an M.Ed from Loyola University in Administration and Supervision, B.S. from DePaul University in Political Science; A.A. from Columbia College in Paralegal Studies.
Email Danielle: templeadministrator@oakparktemple.org
Robin Arbetman
Temple Educator
Robin Arbetman has taught children of all ages in Chicago area synagogues since 1981. She joined the Oak Park Temple Religious School staff in 1990 and immediately became one of its most beloved teachers. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Ms. Arbetman also studied at the Hebrew University and completed a year of intensive leadership training at the Institute for Youth Leaders in Israel as well as the Master Teacher Training Course for Jewish Educators. She is active in national CAJE conferences. As a curriculum writer, Ms. Arbetman has developed material for special media events, courses on contemporary Jewish identity, and an interactive online Holocaust study guide. Her vision for Jewish education is an organic one, providing students individual expression, cooperative learning, meaningful experiences, and community awareness.
Email Robin: educator@oakparktemple.org
Naomi Garvette
Director of Early Childhood Education
Naomi has been in the field of early childhood education for almost 30 years, including the last 15 years as a preschool director. She has her BA in Early Childhood Education & Psychology from National Louis University. Supporting young children and their families during these important early years is truly her passion, and she is committed to continuing to grow awareness of the importance of education in these formative stages as the foundation for lifelong learning and success. Email Naomi: glasserpreschool@oakparktemple.org
Jordana Hoffman
Director of Programming and Member Engagement
Jordana Hoffman is a dedicated Jewish community builder with a strong background in event planning and community management. Most recently, she served as the Director of Engagement and Programming at Chicago Sinai Congregation, where she led initiatives to foster meaningful connections across all ages and stages of congregational life. Jordana holds a B.A. in Jewish and Israel Studies from Tel Aviv University. Her journey in Jewish leadership began with NFTY and the URJ youth leadership, including formative experiences at Camp Kutz and a semester abroad with NFTY-EIE (now URJ Heller High) in Israel. Rooted in a love for Jewish learning, community, and innovation, Jordana brings warmth, creativity, and strategic vision to every role she takes on. Email Jordana Hoffman.