I’m T’helah Ben-Dan
Language Educator, Coach + Consultant
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Recent Blog Posts
Kefar Parsha Quizzes – Parashat Acharei Mot & Parashat Kedoshim
The Kefar Parsha Quizzes for this week have been posted! We will be studying two Torah portions: Acharei Mot, which is in Vayikra [Wayikra] (Leviticus) chapter 16 vs 1 to chapter 18 vs 30, and Kedoshim, which is in Vayikra [Wayikra] (Leviticus) chapter 19 vs 1 to...
4 simple strategies that will make you a better Hebrew reader
One excellent way to improve your Hebrew language skills is to make time to read daily. Reading in Hebrew improves your spelling, helps you to understand Hebrew sentence structure, and of course, expands your vocabulary. Even if you're a beginner, it's important that...
About Me
I’m T’helah Ben-Dan, Founder + Director of The Kefar. I’ve worked in education since 2007, having the pleasure of teaching and coaching in both the US and Israel.
I founded The Kefar in 2012 to provide diverse Hebrew learning materials. I began teaching Hebrew online in 2015, while operating an in-person immersive Hebrew preschool to grade 1 program. After four years of teaching in both physical and virtual classrooms in the US and Israel, I transitioned fully into teaching Hebrew online. In 2017, I also began designing curricula for English and Hebrew language programs, and language consulting.
On a more personal note: I love to read; I’m a fantastic baker (cinnamon rolls and challah bread are my specialties); I’m learning Spanish with the goal of achieving advanced proficiency; and I enjoy leisure travel with family and friends.
Features + Achievements
Certification
Classkick is a versatile platform that language teachers can leverage to create a wide variety of activities. As a Certified Classkick Coach, I train teachers on innovative ways to use Classkick in the online language classroom.
Podcast Feature
Featured Guest on Kid World Citizen’s Language Latte Podcast to discuss strategies + pitfalls of teaching online
Magazine Feature
Featured in Isha, a women’s magazine in Israel, for successes in teaching English
15 Teachers to Follow
Included in Judaica In The Spotlight’s list of 15 Hebrew teachers to work with