Beth has been part of the Beth El community since 1994. She has taught in the religious school, served as interim principal, been an active lay leader, and served on the Board of Directors, including as President. Most recently, Beth held the position of Education Coordinator for four years. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, cooking, and kayaking.
Beth and her wife Pam McArthur have a son, Aaron, who grew up at Beth El, starting in the preschool and graduating with his Siyyum class (12th grade).
Shana Hausman, Communications Coordinator and Administrative Assistant (they/them)
Shana joined the Beth El Staff in 2025. They’re new to the community and excited to get to know everyone! Previously, they worked as an ADHD coach and a bookseller. Shana is a writer and lover of stories, and they’re rarely found without a book and a knitting project close at hand. They love comic books, role-playing games, queer Jewish fiction, and their cat, Mira.
Carolyn has been the Bookkeeper at Beth El since 2008. Because of the friendly community and family atmosphere of the temple, she has enjoyed being a part of the Beth El staff for many years.
Carolyn earned her bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Fitchburg State University, and a master’s in accountancy from Bentley College. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, Tom, and their three teenage sons.
Josimar Pereira, from Minas Gerais, Brazil, has been taking good care of our building and grounds since 2011. He loves big celebrations and the High Holidays at Beth El because he gets to see so many of us together. Josimar also owns the business K & K Landscape.In his spare time, Josimar likes to play soccer and eat Brazilian barbecue. When you see him, ask him about his favorite restaurants!