Alexandra Casillo
Massapequa
Summary
Dedicated and experienced early childhood educator with a passion for fostering a love of learning in preschool-aged children. Over 7 years of proven success in developing engaging lessons and fostering a positive learning environment. Created innovative arts and crafts activities and recognized for exceptional classroom management and student engagement. Passionate about nurturing young minds and collaborating with parents and colleagues to support each child's developmental milestones.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TA Replacement
Unqua Elementary School
Massapequa, NY
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted teacher in implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
- Supported students' individual learning needs through personalized attention and encouragement.
- Facilitated small group instruction to enhance student understanding of core subjects.
- Collaborated with other TA's to instruct engaging activities and resources.
Substitute TA
Birch Lane Elementary School
Massapequa, New York
11.2024 - Current
- Provided classroom support in place of the regular teaching assistant
- Assisted lead teachers with managing classroom behavior and routines
- Assisted with small group activities and individualized instruction
- Supported students with special needs and followed IEPs as needed
- Ensured classroom rules and daily routines were followed consistently
- Adapted quickly to different classrooms and age groups with flexibility and patience
Head Teacher, Preschool Classroom
Precious Kids Country Daycare
Massapequa, New York
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed and supervised preschool classroom of 18 children aged 2-4 years old.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum and activities to promote learning and development.
- Collaborated with parents, other staff members and the director to create a supportive and engaging learning environment.
- Assessed and documented students' progress and provided feedback to parents.
- Acted as a go-to resource for colleagues seeking inspiration and ideas for arts and crafts, leveraging artistic skills to support and elevate classroom projects.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment.
Floating Classroom Assistant
Precious Kids Country Daycare
Massapequa, New York
05.2018 - 10.2022
- Provided flexible support across multiple classrooms, adapting to various needs and ensuring continuity of care.
- Assisted lead teachers with daily activities, classroom management, and individualized support.
- Implemented educational activities and managed behavior to support the development of children aged 1-5.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
SUNY Old Westbury
Old Westbury, New York05-2024
Associates in Liberal Arts - undefined
Nassau Community College
Garden City, New York05-2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Massapequa High School
Massapequa, New York06-2018
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Queens College
Flushing, NY05-2027
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
- Attention to Detail
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Helping students with special needs
- Behavior redirection
- Attendance tracking
- Behavior management
- Early childhood education
Certification
Level 1 Teaching Assistant
Timeline
TA Replacement
Unqua Elementary School
09.2025 - Current
Substitute TA
Birch Lane Elementary School
11.2024 - Current
Head Teacher, Preschool Classroom
Precious Kids Country Daycare
10.2022 - 08.2024
Floating Classroom Assistant
Precious Kids Country Daycare
05.2018 - 10.2022
Associates in Liberal Arts - undefined
Nassau Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Massapequa High School
Bachelor of Arts -
SUNY Old Westbury
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Queens College