LAHELA SNYDER
New Carlisle,OH
Summary
Focused education professional with master's degree in administration and experience helping students achieve education goals. Talented at building lasting relationships and partnering with others to meet objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum Director
Northwestern Local Schools
08.2021 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Managed grants and compliance for state and federal education programs.
College of Education Adjunct
Wittenberg University
08.2016 - Current
- Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Contributed to the development of online courses, increasing accessibility for non-traditional students.
- Evaluated student performance through formative and summative assessments, providing valuable feedback for growth and improvement.
Curriculum Supervisor: Gifted
Montgomery County ESC
08.2017 - 07.2021
- Enhanced curriculum quality by analyzing data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Implemented best practices in teaching strategies, resulting in improved student outcomes.
- Collaborated with teachers to update and improve lesson plans based on feedback from students and parents.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of instructional materials, making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal learning experiences for students.
- Developed professional development programs that improved teacher skill sets and increased student achievement levels.
- Spearheaded initiatives to integrate technology into classrooms, enhancing student engagement and learning opportunities.
- Managed budgeting processes for curriculum-related resources, optimizing spending while maintaining high-quality materials for instruction.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of curricular needs, adapting programs accordingly to meet changing demands within the education sector.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by initiating regular reviews of curriculum content and delivery methods.
- Led efforts to establish partnerships with external organizations, expanding access to unique educational resources for both teachers and students.
- Partnered closely with administrators to develop long-term strategic plans focused on improving overall academic performance across schools in the district.
- Worked effectively in a fast paced environment.
Gifted Intervention Specialist
Tecumseh Local Schools
08.2006 - 07.2017
- Enhanced student outcomes by implementing evidence-based intervention strategies and techniques for over 90 students per year.
- Improved overall classroom performance by providing targeted support for struggling students in various subjects.
- Increased student engagement through the use of differentiated instruction tailored to individual learning needs.
- Co-taught to facilitate inclusive learning environments.
- Developed data-driven intervention plans based on thorough analysis of assessments and observations.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by incorporating social-emotional learning strategies into daily activities.
- Maintained records of ongoing assessments and documentation of updates.
- Stayed abreast of latest changes by reading publications, attending conferences and completing training.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to improve student social and academic performance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Curriculum Instruction, Professional Development
University of Dayton
Some College (No Degree) - Principal Licensure
University of Dayton
Dayton, OHMaster of Science - Education; Intervention Specialist; Gifted K-12
Wright State University
Dayton, OH12.2006
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wright State University
Dayton, OH05.2006
No Degree - Superintendent Licensure
University of Dayton
Dayton, OHSkills
- Facilities Management
- Discipline Management
- Social Emotional Learning
- Teacher Mentoring
- Staff Supervision
- Instructional Coaching
- Professional Development
- School Safety
- Online learning
- STEM and Career Tech Education
lahela.snyder@mcesc.org, 1935snyders@gmail.com
Professional Learning Activities
- Tecumseh Local School District
- Established National Junior Honor Society
- Academic Coach/Program Coordinator of Destination Imagination, Construction Challenge, Power of the Pen, Exemplary Writers, Crazy 8 Math Club, Spelling Bee, Egg Drop Competition, Muse Machine, Washington DC 8th grade trip
- Tecumseh District School Board, New Carlisle Rotary, and Staff Professional Development Presenter
- Home Instruction Tutor
- Mentor for UC Gifted Endorsement Program
- Pearson OAE Advisory Committee Adjudicator
- Awarded Larry K. Zerkle Most Influential Teacher of the Year 2015
Cell
(937) 673-4916
Personal Information
Title: Certified in Ohio Teacher Evaluation System (OTES)
References
- Sarah Schleehauf, District Administrtor, Huber Heights City Schools; Board of Education, Springboro City Schools; cell (937) 470-1165
- Morgan Tjoland (Stage), Director of Student Services and Preschool, Northwestern Local Schools; cell (937) 631-6305
- Jesse Steiner, Superintendent, Northwestern Local Schools; cell (419) 889-5183
Timeline
Curriculum Director
Northwestern Local Schools
08.2021 - Current
Curriculum Supervisor: Gifted
Montgomery County ESC
08.2017 - 07.2021
College of Education Adjunct
Wittenberg University
08.2016 - Current
Gifted Intervention Specialist
Tecumseh Local Schools
08.2006 - 07.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Curriculum Instruction, Professional Development
University of Dayton
Some College (No Degree) - Principal Licensure
University of Dayton
Master of Science - Education; Intervention Specialist; Gifted K-12
Wright State University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wright State University
No Degree - Superintendent Licensure
University of Dayton
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