Antoinette Cavaliere
Bethlehem,PA
Summary
Innovative education and nonprofit leader with more than 15 years of experience overseeing multi-site academic, student success, and community education programs. Demonstrated success advancing student persistence, retention, and completion through integrated learning systems, technology-enhanced support, and strategic visioning. Skilled in organizational leadership, cross-functional collaboration, digital learning tools, academic support integration, budget and facilities oversight, and equity-focused service delivery.
Development professional with strong leadership skills and proven track record in driving growth initiatives. Skilled in strategic planning, fundraising, and stakeholder management, with focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability in dynamic environments and ability to inspire and guide teams towards success.
Development professional prepared to drive growth and foster donor relationships. Extensive background in managing comprehensive development programs while enhancing organizational reach. Prioritizes team collaboration and adapts to evolving project demands, leveraging strong strategic planning and relationship-building skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Development & Operations
East End Arts & Humanities Council
Riverhead, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Provide executive-level leadership in development strategy, planning, academic partnerships, and community engagement.
- Collaborate with Executive Director and Board to strengthen governance, institutional systems, and multi-site learning initiatives.
- Partner with education staff to expand arts-based learning programs that support student success and community access.
- Oversee budgets, operations, and digital systems to ensure scalable, efficient service delivery.
- Integrate technology-supported learning environments and data-driven improvements.
Director of Programs
ProJeCt of Easton
Easton, PA
01.2016 - 01.2023
- Directed multi-campus Adult Education, Workforce Development, and Student Support programs.
- Integrated tutoring, advising, literacy instruction, digital learning tools, and wraparound supports into unified academic success pathways.
- Secured more than $2 million in federal, state, and private funding.
- Managed a $1.5 million annual budget and oversaw fiscal stewardship, reporting, compliance, and facilities.
- Led teams of managers, instructors, and staff; advanced retention, credential attainment, and student transitions.
- Championed innovation using OER resources, blended learning, and AI-supported instruction.
- Built partnerships with colleges, workforce boards, human services agencies, and K–12 districts.
Teacher & Adjunct Instructor
Centenary University
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Taught ESL, Italian, and college-level ESL.
- Supported student achievement through advising, assessment, and interventions.
- Integrated information literacy and college readiness content.
Education Manager
Jewish Community Center of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Directed Adult Education and Family Literacy programs serving immigrant and high-need learners.
- Oversaw curriculum development, contracts, budgets, supervision, and professional development.
- Strengthened outreach, community partnerships, and program accessibility.
Teacher | Grades K–12
NYC Department of Education
New York, NY
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Taught ESL and Italian using differentiated and culturally responsive instruction.
- Designed curriculum aligned with New York State standards.
- Provided student advising, academic support, and assessment-driven interventions.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of the Cumberlands
M.A. - Adult Education
The New School
B.A. - Italian Studies & Education
CUNY College of Staten Island
Skills
- Higher Education Leadership
- Academic Support Systems
- Learning Commons Management
- Technology-Enabled Learning
- AI Tools
- Multi-Campus Operations
- Budget & Fiscal Oversight
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Program Evaluation
- DEIA
- Community Partnerships
Certification
- GCP – Social & Behavioral Research
- Act 153 Clearances (PA)
- 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Director of Development & Operations
East End Arts & Humanities Council
01.2024 - Current
Director of Programs
ProJeCt of Easton
01.2016 - 01.2023
Education Manager
Jewish Community Center of Staten Island
01.2012 - 01.2015
Teacher & Adjunct Instructor
Centenary University
01.2009 - 01.2016
Teacher | Grades K–12
NYC Department of Education
01.2009 - 01.2015
M.A. - Adult Education
The New School
B.A. - Italian Studies & Education
CUNY College of Staten Island
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership
University of the Cumberlands