ALEXANDRA C.

ANTONELLI
49 Byway Drive, Deer Park, New York 11729 (631) 357-1343 aantonelli729@gmail.com Teacher ID#: 3637567
OBJECTIVES
young

I hope to guide and inspire students towards finding joy in being productive, responsible and
compassionate lifelong learners. I strive to be able to make a difference in changing
students lives, meeting the needs of the individual child and providing a safe,
nurturing and enriched learning environment.

EDUCATION

Manhattan College, Riverdale, NY

Masters of Science in Special Education, May 2015
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, May 2014
Concentration: Mathematics and Psychology; Cumulative GPA: 3.8/4.0
Study Abroad at the Instituto Europeo, Florence, Italy, May 2012- June 2012

CERTIFICATION

New York State Initial Certificate for Students with Disabilities (grades 1-6)
New York State Initial Certificate for Childhood Education (grades 1-6)
CPR and AED Certified, October 2013

HONORS

Kappa Delta Pi (International Education Honor Society), April 2013- May 2015
School of Education Deans List, May 2012- May 2014
Epsilon Sigma Pi, October 2013- May 2014

PROFESSIONAL
P.S. 81 Robert J Christen, Bronx, NY, September 2014-December 2014
EXPERIENCE
Student Teacher, 3rd & 4th Grade (Self-Contained-12: 1:1)

Differentiated instruction for all students in mathematics, science, ELA and reading

Created/instructed science lessons and creative activities

Strengthened comprehension skills, such as making connections, predictions and asking questions during ELA
and Science

Guided students towards understanding mathematical concepts using the Go Math program

Structured and targeted measurable annual goals based on a students academic achievement for their
Individualized Education Plan, to enhance and drive instruction for the student who receives special education
services
P.S. 24 Spuyten Duyvil, Bronx, NY, January 2014- May 2014
Student Teacher, 1st Grade (ICT)
Assisted in teaching daily mathematic lessons and guided differentiated student groups
with material.
Administered and created science lessons and differentiated activities
Student Teacher, 4th Grade (Gifted and Talented Classroom)
Utilized effective classroom management strategies to ensure a creative and safe learning
environment
Conducted the daily read aloud in historical fiction to supplement current unit
Prepared and instructed lessons in mathematics using enVision MATH Program
LEADERSHIP

Kappa Delta Pi, Mu Sigma Chapter at Manhattan College

Executive Council Member, April 2013-May 2014
Developed and organized educational panels and coordinated educational events

SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and the SMART Board Technology

Planned, prepared and formulated the needed components within an Individualized

Education Program (IEP) represented within the Response to Intervention (RTI) process,
mandated by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

REFERENCES
Mrs. Jeanne Schultz
Graduate Supervisor
Manhattan College
4513 Manhattan College Pkwy, Bronx, NY 10471
Tel: 917-885-2552
Email: jschult2410@gmail.com
Dr. Lisa Anne Rizopoulos
Associate Professor
Manhattan College
4513 Manhattan College Pkwy, Bronx, NY 10471
Tel: 718-862-7879
Email: lisa.rizopoulos@manhattan.edu
Ms. Idelyn Caneiro
Self- Contained Elementary School Teacher
P.S. 81 Robert J. Christen
5550 Riverdale Ave, Bronx, NY 10471
Tel: 917-747-8767