Rachel Kra Schaum

Mrs. Rachel Kra Schaum is a Lecturer in Hebrew at Yeshiva College, Yeshiva University. She holds a B.A. in Judaic Studies from Stern College for Women and an M.S. in Jewish Education from Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education.

• Education:
  • B.A. in Judaic Studies, Stern College for Women (2003)
  • M.S. in Jewish Education, Azrieli Graduate School (2012)

Her research and teaching focus on Biblical Hebrew instruction, emphasizing accessible pedagogical methods for diverse learners. She specializes in integrating foundational language skills with contextual biblical analysis.

Mrs. Schaum teaches courses such as Basic Biblical Hebrew and Intermediate Biblical Hebrew I, contributing to Yeshiva University’s commitment to Jewish studies education. Her work bridges linguistic training with cultural and religious scholarship.