MERLE BEDER
Remedial Therapist Specializing In Dyslexia
Netanya,Israel
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate educator with over 36 years of teaching experience, including 24 years in primary education and 15 years specializing in remedial and junior primary learning support. Accredited dyslexia practitioner with extensive experience supporting learners with diverse educational and emotional needs.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
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Language
Work History
Remedial Therapist
Private Practice
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Established and managed a successful private remedial therapy practice supporting learners from Grade 1–10 with diverse learning barriers and dyslexia.
- Conducted comprehensive literacy assessments to identify phonological processing, decoding, fluency, spelling, and comprehension deficits
- Designed and implemented individualized, evidence-based structured literacy intervention plans tailored to each child
- Used multisensory instruction using explicit, systematic approaches
- Monitored and documented child's progress through ongoing assessments, data tracking, and measurable goal setting
- Adjusted intervention strategies to maximize growth and reading outcomes
- Provide detailed progress reports and consult regularly with parents regarding student performance and home support strategies
- Collaborate with schools and educational professionals to align interventions with IEPs and academic accommodations
- Build client confidence and resilience through strengths-based, supportive instruction
- Maintain client records, scheduling, billing, and professional documentation in compliance with ethical standards
Teacher & Remedial Educator
Yeshiva College Primary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2000 - 12.2019
- Taught Grade 3 mainstream subjects and remedial classes for 20 years, supporting learners with academic barriers through tailored interventions.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet evolving standards and benchmarks of education system.
- Implemented classroom technology to enhance learning and make lessons more accessible to all students.
- Maintained open lines of communication with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom happenings.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Classroom Teacher
Houghton Primary School
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.1991 - 07.1995
- Taught Grades 3–4 and Grade 6 art. S
- Served on Remedial Education Committee and supported learners with barriers to learning.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Offered after-school tutoring sessions to provide additional support for struggling students.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Primary Education - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
Johannesburg12.1990
Remedial Education Diploma -
Rand Afrikaans University (University of JHB)
Johannesburg12.1999
Award in Literacy and Dyslexia -
Bellavista School
Johannesburg12.2020
Skills
Strong Diagnostic & Assessment SkillsIndividualized Instruction & AdaptabilityPatience & Emotional IntelligenceStrong Knowledge of Learning Theories & BarriersCommunication & Collaboration Skills
Timeline
Remedial Therapist
Private Practice
01.2021 - 12.2025
Teacher & Remedial Educator
Yeshiva College Primary School
01.2000 - 12.2019
Classroom Teacher
Houghton Primary School
01.1991 - 07.1995
Bachelor of Primary Education - Education
University of The Witwatersrand
Remedial Education Diploma -
Rand Afrikaans University (University of JHB)
Award in Literacy and Dyslexia -
Bellavista School