About Me
I am a speaker, educator, and storyteller, steeped in Jewish tradition and 21st century humor.
I was born and raised in El Paso, TX and grew up in a family of teachers and dedicated Zionists. I got my first classroom assignment at the age of 15 and have been teaching non-stop ever since. I have held leadership positions in every Jewish educational setting, formal and informal, that can be named. I have spoken before groups ranging from preschoolers and their parents to governmental symposia.
I am married to Lorie, and we have four children ranging from 6 - 15. We have known each other since the age of 15 and have shared an odyssey of 2 countries, 4 states, 15 houses and myriad friends and acquaintances.
I can speak on Jewish spirituality, Dr. Seuss and the teaching of good middot (character traits), and Jewish history. I am available for teacher training, Shabbat Scholar-in-Residence weekends, junior congregation/family services, and special events.
‘’Being in a room with Michael as the teacher is an experience everyone should have . . . He reaffirms your faith in Judaism and makes you laugh. Thank you, Michael, for your work.'’
Michal Marks, M.A. Ed.
Director of Education, Malibu Jewish Center and Synagogue
Malibu, California
‘’I'm still thinking about the great weekend. I enjoyed the entire seminar so much…but it was just too short. I wanted MORE.
Thanks for doing such a great job.'’
Chris Adler
Corpus Christi, TX
National Board Member, Hadassah
Chair WOW (Woman of the West)
‘’Michael, you are the greatest Jewish educator I have ever seen in action.'’
Professor Arthur Bond
St. Louis, MO
‘’Michael Raileanu’s style in Jr. Congregation is more fun, more interesting, and more compelling than anything I have ever seen before.'’
Harvey Leader
Executive Director, Shaare Zedek Synagogue
St. Louis, MO
‘’. . . when it comes to insightful commentary, he’s right up there with Maimonides, Rashi and John Madden.'’
Dr. David Pearlmutter
Ben Gurion University
S’de Boker, Israel
For more information or to book an event, please call Michael
at (314) IT 2- FUNnY [482-3869] or send an email to MRaileanu613@hotmail.com.
Thank you for your interest.