Rabbi Yair Silverstein

Rabbi Yair Silverstein joined the DACHS administrative team in 2021, as its new General Studies Principal, moving to Miami from Detroit. Rabbi Silverstein earned his Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Bellevue University and received semicha from Bais Medrash L’Torah (Hebrew Theological College). In addition to studying in the Kollel of the Skokie Yeshiva, he served as a Rebbe in their kodesh department. Subsequently, he became a Rebbe and Activities Director at Farber Hebrew Day School of Detroit. Rabbi Silverstein has successfully worked on curriculum planning and trained as a teacher’s mentor through the Jewish New Teacher Project.

Rabbi Silverstein’s friendly and engaging personality has made him a popular Rebbe whose students stay in touch long after they leave his classroom. Similarly, he has earned the respect of teachers and colleagues who value his insight and support. As General Studies Principal in DACHS, Rabbi Silverstein is tasked with overseeing the secular studies curriculum and staff and working to continue to build and enhance the excellent program for which DACHS is well-known.