Brandy Snipes

• Teach Education (EDU) courses in face-to-face, online, and/or hybrid instruction, supporting students pursuing careers and further education in teaching and early childhood education.
• Advise and mentor Education students regarding academic progress, program requirements, educational pathways, and career goals.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts for Education programs, including outreach to area high schools and prospective students.
• Developed High School Hangouts, an outreach initiative designed to build relationships with high school students and encourage enrollment in EDU courses and pathways.
• Coordinate student internship and field-placement opportunities with early childhood education programs and community partners.
• Mentor interns throughout their field experiences and maintain communication with students and participating sites.
• Conduct visits to childcare centers and other educational partners to support students, strengthen field experiences, and maintain community relationships.
• Support implementation of the 3 Rs Grant, including intern coordination, mentoring, site visits, and required program data collection and reporting.
• Collaborated in the development of WPCC's mock preschool classroom/laboratory, funded by The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, to expand hands-on learning opportunities for Education students and provide a resource for community outreach.
• Help coordinate annual professional panels, connecting Education students with educators and other professionals in the field.
• Help coordinate annual career fairs to connect students with educational employers and career opportunities.
• Develop relationships with community agencies to create opportunities for Education students to participate in community events and gain practical experience working with children and families.
• Courses Taught at Western Piedmont Community College

EDU 119 – Introduction to Early Childhood Education

EDU 131 – Child, Family, and Community

EDU 144 – Child Development I

EDU 145 – Child Development II

EDU 146 – Child Guidance

EDU 153 – Health, Safety, and Nutrition

EDU 216 – Foundations of Education

• Over a 9 year period, I taught ages 4-18 at home.
• Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
• Graded homework, quizzes, classwork, and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
• Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction and engage and motivate students.
• Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
• Facilitated engaging learning activities promoting critical thinking and creativity.

• Taught 5-year-old students for 15 years
• Established open communication and positive relationships with students, peers, and administrative staff.
• Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using a variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles.
• Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
• Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
• Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
• Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
• Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
• Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
• Developed problem-solving and critical-thinking skills by presenting challenges to boost self-esteem and performance.
• Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
• Used learning stations to incorporate colors, shapes, and textures to help students develop communication skills and build relationships.