Mrs. G, as she is more commonly known, hails originally from Kew Gardens Hills, NY. She brings her characteristic passion and simchas hachayim to the classroom while teaching her favorite subject, Tanach. Yael has taught SKA and was recruited to Toronto to serve on the administration of the high school, Ulpanat Orot where she was co-principal for 4 years. Mrs. G also has worked in various capacities at NCSY, NCSY Summer and the Maimonides Jewish Heritage Experience.

Mrs. G graduated with honors at Stern College while earning a degree in Psychology. She completed her Masters in Education from Azrieli and her Certification in Administration from Bar Ilan University.