Benjamin Snead
Fuquay-Varina
Summary
Innovative CTE Teacher with over eight years of experience in STEM education and educational technology. Expert in developing project-based curricula and leading professional development sessions, driving student engagement and problem-solving skills for diverse learners.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
CTE Teacher
Holly Springs High School
Holly Springs
08.2017 - Current
- Taught project-based STEM, game design, digital media, and technology engineering courses for grades 9–12.
- Integrated educational technology, iterative design processes, and industry-aligned software in curriculum.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with standards, fostering collaboration and creativity.
- Managed hands-on, studio-style classrooms emphasizing problem-solving skills among students.
- Led professional development sessions on classroom technology integration and student engagement strategies.
- Co-authored honors-level curriculum content for Wake County (2025).
- Served in leadership roles including Equity Team Co-Leader and County PLT Leader (2022–23).
- Coached competitive high school robotics team, achieving qualification for FIRST World Championship in Texas.
Quality Assurance Intern
Geomagic
Morrisville
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Executed software testing to identify defects and ensure adherence to quality standards.
- Documented test cases and results for verification of software functionality.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project updates and refine testing strategies.
- Assisted in maintaining comprehensive quality assurance documentation and test plans.
- Conducted regression tests to confirm system stability following updates or fixes.
- Prepared detailed test plans, results, and reports for QA lead review.
Education
BS - Technology Engineering & Design Education
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC05-2017
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Educational technology
- STEM education
- Project-based learning
- Software integration
- Classroom management
- Technical instruction
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Coaching and mentorship
- Real-world application
- Assessment design
- Learning management systems
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Continuous improvement
- Analytical skills
- Goal setting
- Time management
- Industry certifications
Certification
Certified Teaching License in Technology Engineering & Design Education (820)
Timeline
CTE Teacher
Holly Springs High School
08.2017 - Current
Quality Assurance Intern
Geomagic
01.2011 - 12.2011
BS - Technology Engineering & Design Education
North Carolina State University