Milwaukee Jewish Day School
Molly Beth Kranitz is an experienced Jewish educator with a diverse background in teaching and program development across various educational settings. Currently serving as a Jewish Studies Educator at Milwaukee Jewish Day School since February 2023, Molly has previously worked as a Pre-School Teacher at Gan Ami@Milwaukee JCC, where responsibilities included Jewish educator specialization and mentorship. Earlier experience includes roles such as Assistant Pre-School Teacher at Columbia Jewish Day School and Sunday School Teacher at multiple synagogues, alongside serving as Program/Education Director at Temple El Emeth. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature, as well as a minor in Religion focused on Judaism from Wright State University, Molly brings a robust educational foundation to the field.
Milwaukee Jewish Day School
Milwaukee Jewish Day School is an independent, co-educational school and enrolls 200 children from junior kindergarten through eighth grade. More than 700 students have graduated from MJDS since the school first opened its doors in 1981. With an average student-to-teacher ratio of 9:1 and an even lower ratio of 6:1 for its 2-year kindergarten program, students flourish in an intimate and individualized learning environment. Throughout MJDS’ 10-year program, teachers and staff combine academic excellence and Jewish values to prepare children for a lifetime of success, leadership and engagement with the world.