Noa Shapira

Native Hebrew teacher — modern, conversational Hebrew and the alef-bet, taught with Tel Aviv energy.

About

Meet Noa

Noa is a Tel Aviv native who teaches modern Hebrew as it is really spoken on the streets, in cafés and on the beach. She has a warm, upbeat style that puts even the most nervous beginners at ease.

At Lingua Nova she teaches Hebrew from the alef-bet through to comfortable conversation, and supports learners preparing for study, aliyah or travel. Expect current slang, real music and a teacher who makes every lesson feel alive.

Hebrew · all levels

8 yrs experience

4.9 (121 reviews)

What Noa Teaches

Courses & specialities

Small groups of 8, on campus in Santa Monica or live online.

Conversational Hebrew

Speaking-first groups in modern, everyday Hebrew as spoken in Israel today.

Hebrew Alphabet & Reading

A clear, friendly start with the alef-bet, vowels and reading from right to left.

Hebrew for Travel & Aliyah

Practical Hebrew for anyone planning to visit, study or move to Israel.

Teaching Approach

How Noa teaches

Noa keeps things modern and practical. She teaches the Hebrew you will actually hear and use, mixes in music and real culture, and gets you reading the alphabet sooner than you would believe.

Modern spoken Hebrew, not textbook stiffness
A gentle, confident start with the alef-bet
Real culture — music, food and current slang
Encouraging weekly feedback tailored to you

Qualifications

Credentials & training

Native Hebrew speaker (Tel Aviv)
BA in Hebrew Language, Tel Aviv University
Certified teacher of Hebrew as a second language
8 years teaching Hebrew to international students
Specialist in beginners and conversational fluency

Student Says

In their words

“Noa had me reading Hebrew in a month and chatting before my trip to Tel Aviv. Her classes are pure joy — I never wanted to miss one.”

Sarah, A2 Hebrew

FAQ

Good to know

Can Noa teach me to read the Hebrew alphabet?

Yes — she starts complete beginners with the alef-bet and vowels, and most students are reading simple words within a few lessons.

Is it modern or biblical Hebrew?

Noa teaches modern, everyday Hebrew as spoken in Israel today, ideal for travel, study or aliyah.

What size are the groups?

Never more than 8 students, so you get real speaking time with Noa in every lesson.

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