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Ta'Keyah Snipes

Rapid City,South Dakota

Summary

Accomplished Teacher at North Middle School - Rapid City Area Schools, adept in Classroom Management and fostering Cultural Sensitivity. Excelled in building strong relationships, enhancing student performance through innovative curriculum implementation, and integrating technology. Proven track record in motivating students and managing behaviors to create a supportive educational environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher

North Middle School - Rapid City Area Schools
08.2021 - Current
  • Develop strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Establish clear expectations, model appropriate conduct, and consistently enforce established rules and consequences to manage classroom behavior effectively.
  • Assess student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
  • Identify struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
  • Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.

Lead Teacher

Leap 2 Learn Educational Childcare
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress and collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance the overall development and growth of every student.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD
05-2021

No Degree - Sports Park & Rec

South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Motivating students
  • Behavior Management
  • Curriculum Implementation
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Technology Integration

Timeline

Teacher

North Middle School - Rapid City Area Schools
08.2021 - Current

Lead Teacher

Leap 2 Learn Educational Childcare
05.2019 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Black Hills State University

No Degree - Sports Park & Rec

South Dakota State University
Ta'Keyah Snipes