Jewish Education Experience Podcast Yasminah & Ari

T’helah Ben-Dan is the founder of The Kefar, which provides virtual content, instruction, and coaching for Hebrew language learners and teachers. She also serves as Deputy Director of TALMA, overseeing recruitment and onboarding for the organization's teaching fellowships in Israel. T'helah has several years of classroom and online teaching experience, and loves all things Hebrew and Torah-related. T'helah holds an MA in Teaching Hebrew as a Second Language, an MS in Early Childhood Services, and a BA in African & African-American Studies. When she's not working, you can find her reading, baking, or traveling. 

Gems:
Join with other educators and learn as much as you can from them.Developing an understanding of the Hebrew language will aid in connecting with our fellow Jews and Israel.Learn as much Hebrew as possible.Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of the fire.Lead our students to the information and help inspire them to learn deeper.Build the excitement and spark the curiousity.How can we impart the knowledge given to us to the next generation?Make the time to commit to your own learning.Your time is valuable.You can do anything, but not everything.Love the work that you do!Find a community of other educators.Have fun!  https://www.youtube.com/thelahbendan 
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Tamar Shuchat is the content developer and graphic designer of the sought after curriculum DotbyDot. She has taught reading to children of all ages for over 10 years. Tamar wanted to create quality material that would excite every young reader and motivate them to read Hebrew. The ultimate goal is to create readers who are comfortable to daven and learn Chumash. The DotbyDot curriculum uses Hebrew words that children will encounter in their daily life. The big focus of the curriculum is on only real words and also short Hebrew stories in the workbooks that bring meaning and excitement to the reading. Prior to printing these books Tamar mentioned that she didnt see much out there like that, which was the push to create a curriculum designed with that in mind. A story unit at the end of each Nekud is the highlight of the workbook. This stage in the learning process is exciting for the children. Tamar is passionate about bringing excitement to reading, and engaging all students in the reading process. Website: http://www.dotbydot.org/
Gems:
Reading problems must be addressed early on before moving to the next phase.Help students master the skills properly from the beginning.Use your skills.Get feedback from clients and students.Find other educators who encourage you.See what works with children.Reading skills are important.It’s important to have a foundation to build upon.Help students feel good about the process and inspire them to want to continue learning.Every single child needs to be met where they are.Parenting On PurposeThis course will help you better understand your child and build a deeper connection.AmazonWe receive a small commission for any items purchased through my Amazon link.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Rabbi Daniel Bauer is a Judaic Studies teacher at Kohelet Yeshiva High School in Merion Station, PA as well as a licensed marriage and family therapist with a private practice. He holds a B.A. in Psychology from Lander College for Men as well as an M.S. in Jewish Education from Yeshiva University. He received semicha through YU’s Rabbi Isaac Elchanan Theological Seminary. Rabbi Bauer studied at Council for Relationships in Philadelphia to attain a post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy, and recently finished the licensing process. He lives in Bala Cynwyd with his amazing wife and three awesome children. 

Gems:
Be a great role model.Talk about loving G-d/Hashem with your students.Be flexible with how you approach each class.Give students more credit for their ability and figure out ways to make learning more accessible.Discuss the deeper ideas with your students.Put technology in its proper place.Focus on the texts.Literacy and knowledge of the texts is important.Teach students to be able to think.Help people sharpen their thinking and grow in their literacy.Take the time to find out what is important to your students outside of the classroom.Find a good mentor.Be realistic about the goals you set for yourself and for your students.Understand where students are coming from.

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In this special edition episode, I answer the questions that I usually ask other educators. I am a long-time educator who began as an assistant in my mother's classroom when I was 13 years old. I have taught in many different school settings. My focus now is on this podcast, and on teaching my own children.  Parenting Course, Parenting On Purpose: https://la-med-learning-center.teachable.com/p/parenting-on-purpose-developing-a-deeper-connection-with-your-children

Gems:


We are always able to have a connection to Hashem.Keep Hebrew names.As parents, we must give our children a foundation to build on their Yiddishkeit.Begin talking about Hashem/G-d from a young age.Learning begins in the home.As educators, our job is to create a love of learning.We must teach according to each child’s ability.Think long term.We must teach our children about Hashem, relationships, and money.Be grateful for every day.Think long-term.Mentor with other great educators.Parenting On PurposeThis course will help you better understand your child and build a deeper connection.AmazonWe receive a small commission for any items purchased through my Amazon link.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

JTLP Interview: Jason Cohen is currently one of Harrisburg BBYO's chapter advisors. He joined as the chapter advisor here in Harrisburg in March of 2020. Prior to joining Harrisburg BBYO Jason was one of the co-advisors for Wilkes-Barre BBYO since 2011. 
 Judith Hodara is the Director of the Jewish Teen Learning Project in Harrisburg, and an active member of local Jewish organizations. Her scholarly work focuses on the importance of Hillel on the college campus.
 Teens:
Alex, 8th grade
Madelyn, 9th grade
Julia, 9th grade
Yael, 9th grade
 
Gems:
Be proud to be Jewish.
Sometimes it’s the right time to respond and other times it’s better to turn to an authority figure who can help handle it.
It’s important to talk about issues with teens so that they feel comfortable.
Education is the key.
Allow students to be heard.
Join together with our fellow Jews. 
Use what’s going on in Israel as an opportunity to increase your knowledge.
Inspire students to want to learn more. Spark the curiousity they have. 
Students can inspire as well.
Learning never stops.
Connect with other Jews.
Know that you may not have all of the answers.
Learn to connect with your students.
Meet students where they are at.
Be flexible.
Develop a deeper understanding of Judaism.
Never forget that you’re Jewish. 
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 Esther Goldenberg is a native Chicagoan, author, educator, and mother of two fabulous children. Once a reluctant reader, but always someone who enjoyed a good story, she developed a passion for writing. She is the author of The Out of the Box Bat Mitzvah, A Guide to Creating a Meaningful Milestone, and A Story Every Week: Torah Wisdom for Today's World. Her much anticipated Biblical fiction novel, The Scrolls of Deborah,  is available now. Esther continues to write and teach students of all ages, and also enjoys adventures with her children, chanting with her neighbors, and walks in nature. Her website is: https://www.esthergoldenberg.com/

Gems:
We learn best through stories.Find ways to help students connect with the Torah.Bring Jewish education alive.Always have the student in mind when preparing and teaching.When you share what's meaningful to you, it's inspiring for your students.Guide students to find relevancy in what they're learning.  Handwriting Without Tears
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