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Ronald Snell

Labelle,FL

Summary

Dedicated educator with strong foundation in curriculum development and student engagement. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and adapt to evolving educational needs. Equipped with expertise in instructional strategies, classroom management, and fostering positive learning environment. Consistently focused on achieving tangible results and supporting student success.


Furthermore, also demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Instructor

Labelle High School
Labelle, Florida
08.2019 - Current
  • Instruct Fire Academy students using educational theories and techniques. Develops discipline-related curricula, assesses student learning, and participates in program evaluation and college activities. Maintains college, department, and high school standards in support of the College’s mission and strategic plan.
  • Specialized training/industry certifications (current state of Florida Level I or higher Fire Instructor certification) required, competence gained through work experience.
  • Contributed to the direct success of over 5000 students in 5 years, per Florida Department of Education standards.

Instructor

Southwest Florida Safety Consulting Inc.
Labelle, Florida
01.2019 - 08.2024
  • Develop, implement, and administer training and staff development programs to support local public safety and any other agency requiring safety training.
  • Assisted with over 50 training courses while achieving a 100% pass rate.

Fire Safety Inspector

State of Florida
Labelle, FL
05.2017 - Current
  • Conducts field inspection of new construction sites; examines construction plans, shop drawings, and specifications to determine if the building is constructed per applicable fire/life safety codes and standards; prepares investigative field reports of violations; conducts follow-up inspections to document corrective action as required. Conducts fire/life safety code inspections of existing occupancies as required by the State Fire Marshal in conjunction with other state and local agencies; prepares reports of findings and explains fire/life safety codes and standards.
  • Conducts field inspections of existing occupancies on an annual or as-needed basis, as determined by the supervisor; prepares reports of findings and issues violation notices as required. Receives and responds to complaints of code violations; conducts field inspections to verify and determine the nature of the violation; prepares and issues violation notices as required.
  • Provides information to interested parties concerning fire/life safety codes and standards; confers with and assists departmental officials in the interpretation and application of fire/life safety codes. Maintains records of field inspection activities; completes reports of inspected occupancies and all incidental enforcement work, and submits reports to supervisors.
  • Conducted over 100 public education presentations, fire drills, and evaluated evacuation plans.

Firefighter

Labelle Fire Department
Labelle, FL
10.2015 - Current
  • Responds to emergencies and performs fire suppression activities, rescue, damage control, and property preservation. Supervises activities of assigned personnel. Performs with limited supervision through Department Standard Operating Guidelines and established protocols and directives. Maintains a state of readiness of facilities and equipment by scheduled inspections, testing, and maintenance. Directs and assumes control of the on-scene activities. Performs related work as required.
  • Supervised 26 26-member department while operating as Incident Commander, resulting in a 100% safe workplace.

Jail Deputy

Glades County Sheriff's Office
Moorehaven, FL
11.2011 - 02.2014
  • Ensure the correct security procedures were followed by prisoners as well as staff, Search and investigate visitors whether personal or legal when entering the jail, Escort prisoners and visitors to the appropriate place within the facility, Escort prisoners to and from court hearings, Deliver and care for confidential documents, filing them securely when finished.
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent dangerous and inappropriate activities, supervising over 500 inmates simultaneously.

Staff Sergeant, Security Forces Craftsmen 3P071

United States Air Force
Edwards AFB, CA
09.2003 - 09.2012
  • Plan, direct, and coordinate the implementation of security procedures, systems, and personnel to protect private or public property and personnel from theft, fire, and personal injury.
  • Completed 3 tours to Operation Iraqi Freedom, resulting in a 100% mission success.

Education

Doctorate of Public Administration (ABD) -

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2025

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Curriculum planning
  • Career counseling
  • Test administration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Training program development
  • Incident command system
  • Feedback and coaching
  • Simulation-based learning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities

Accomplishments

  • Successfully completed the Hendry County School District Emerging Leaders Academy 24-25
  • Collaborated with team of 50 students over 4 years in the development of the Labelle High School Honor Guard team resulting in over $100,000 funds raised.
  • Named "Teacher of the Year" at VFW Post 10100 Labelle, FL in 2022.
  • Named "Firefighter of the Year" at VFW Post 10100 in 2024.
  • Recipient of a life saving award, City of Labelle, 2025

Leadership


  • Chairmen of the Pension Board, Labelle Fire Department, June 2019
  • Firefighter of the year, Labelle Fire Department, December 2016
  • National Ade-de-cap & Lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
  • All-State Quartermaster, Post 10100, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Labelle, FL

Timeline

Fire Instructor

Labelle High School
08.2019 - Current

Instructor

Southwest Florida Safety Consulting Inc.
01.2019 - 08.2024

Fire Safety Inspector

State of Florida
05.2017 - Current

Firefighter

Labelle Fire Department
10.2015 - Current

Jail Deputy

Glades County Sheriff's Office
11.2011 - 02.2014

Staff Sergeant, Security Forces Craftsmen 3P071

United States Air Force
09.2003 - 09.2012

Doctorate of Public Administration (ABD) -

Capella University

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