Senior Staff

Alan Silverman – Camp Director

Alan Silverman has dedicated over 35 years to serving as the Camp Director of Moshava Indian Orchard, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the role. With degrees in Education and Science Education, Alan previously served as the assistant principal at SAR Academy in Riverdale before making Aliyah. His extensive background includes roles as the Educational Director of Bnei Akiva of North America and teaching STEAM education. Alan and his wife, Rachel, reside in Alon Shvut and are proud parents of five children, and numerous grandchildren.

Shlomo Stern – Associate Director

Miriam Kopel – Operations Director

Miriam joined the Moshava family 8 years ago as the office manager & quickly became an essential member of the Moshava team. She holds a graduate degree in management from LIU. Before coming to Moshava, Miriam was a project manager at Leo Schachter Diamonds. A valued member of the “Year Round” team, Miriam lives in Teaneck with her husband Daniel and their three children.

Channah Spiegelman – Rosh Moshava

For over 25 years, Channah Spiegelman has served as Rosh Moshava, bringing her passion for Am Yisrael, Eretz Yisrael, and Torat Yisrael to Camp Moshava. She holds degrees in Judaic Studies and Guidance Counseling and has held various leadership roles in both Bnei Akiva and the camp. Beyond her contributions to Moshava, Channah works as a guidance counselor at Yeshiva Ner Tamid in Hashmonaim, Israel. She and her husband, Ushi, reside in Hashmonaim and are the proud parents of six children and many grandchildren.

Ezra Starr – Sgan Rosh Moshava

Rav Ezra Starr has served as Sgan Rosh Moshava for Eidot Hey and Aleph, Kaytana, and Mini Mosh for over 15 years. Bringing his passion for education and leadership to Camp Moshava, Ezra has taught at schools both in the US and Israel. Ezra holds a BA in History from Yeshiva University, an MA in Special Education from Hunter College, and Semicha from RIETS. Outside of camp, Ezra works as a Regional Sales Manager for Azami Global. Ezra and his wife Devorah, a valued member of Moshava Tzevet, made Aliyah with their family to Efrat, where they currently reside with five children and one dog.

Joe Goldfarb – Sgan Rosh Moshava

Dr. Joe Goldfarb serves as Sgan Rosh Moshava for Eidot Daled and Machal, bringing years of experience and dedication to Camp Moshava. He holds a PhD in School and Clinical Psychology from Hofstra University and currently works as the Director of National Programs and Summer Programs for YACHAD – The National Jewish Council for Disabilities. Joe’s connection to Camp Moshava runs deep, having grown up as a camper and advancing through roles as a counselor, division head, and now Sgan Rosh Moshava. He is married to Yafit, a valued member of the Moshava educational staff, and together they live in Efrat with their four children.

Naomi Schachter– Sgan Rosh Moshava

Naomi Schachter serves as Sganit Rosh Moshava for Eidot Bet and Gimmel, bringing her expertise and passion for Camp Moshava to her leadership role. She holds an M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University and works with children and adults across a wide range of abilities and needs. A lifelong Moshava enthusiast, Naomi grew up as a camper and has returned summer after summer to serve as a madricha and Rosh Eidah. Originally from Maryland, she now resides in New York, continuing her dedication to education and the camp community.

Nesanel Fishman – Sgan Rosh Moshava

Nesanel serves as the “Sgan Rosh Moshava – Rallash” at Camp Moshava, bringing energy and expertise to his role. Throughout the year, Nesanel is the Business Developer at Sulamot and Head of Ed-Tech at Pelech Banim High School. Nesanel also directs recruitment and programming for Moshava staff based in Israel and has previously taught English and Informal education at schools in Jerusalem. He holds a BA in Psychology from Yeshiva University, a Master’s in Jewish Education from the Azrieli Graduate School of Jewish Education and Administration, and Semicha from RIETS. Upon making Aliyah, Nesanel proudly served in the IDF. He is blessed to call Jerusalem his home.