About Elana...

​Elana Fertig, MS Ed, has spent the past 25 years shaping early childhood education through a blend of creativity, warmth, and clarity of vision. A longtime Early Childhood Director at Yeshiva of South Shore on Long Island and now a full-time consultant,

Elana works with educators and school administrators across the U.S. and Canada, delivering a unique brand of professional development known for its warmth, depth of knowledge, and lasting impact.

Elana is the creator of the Infusing the Ruach early childhood curriculum series, a reflection of her signature approach—one that blends joyful energy, practical methods, and a deep insight into the children she educates. With an emphasis on excitement, warmth, and authentic Jewish values, the series empowers teachers to transform everyday moments into meaningful, memorable, and fun learning experiences.

A co-founder of the Long Island Yeshiva Early Childhood Network, Elana has led hundreds of workshops for yeshiva educators and organizations, including Torah Umesorah, COJDS, and The Jewish Education Project.

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