Antonietta DiDonato
New Egypt,NJ
Summary
Student, musician, and leader specializing in clarinet performance. Proven ability to coordinate engaging activities and foster collaboration among diverse skill levels, ensuring a supportive environment for all participants. Committed to delivering exceptional music education and empathetic guidance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Rowan Community Music School
Glassboro, New Jersey
07.2024 - Current
- Worked as part of the Head Counselor Team to supervise daily and overnight activities for band, string, and vocal campers.
- Monitored commuter drop-off and pick-up.
- Directly assisted ensemble directors and camp directors with rehearsals and prep tasks.
Barista
Starbucks
Blackwood, New Jersey
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Operated cash register and processed transactions efficiently and accurately.
- Prepared high-quality beverages according to customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the coffee preparation area.
Rowan Bands Librarian
Rowan University
Glassboro, New Jersey
09.2022 - 07.2025
- Prepared music for distribution to the Rowan University Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, and Concert Band.
- Set up classrooms and stages for rehearsals, concerts, and masterclasses.
- Assisted in recruiting/outreach events such as Rowan University WindFest.
New Horizons Band Manager
Rowan Community Music School
Glassboro, New Jersey
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Assisted the director in the development of the Rowan chapter of New Horizons.
- Created attendance rosters, seating charts, folders, email lists, Remind classes, and music resources for band members.
- Worked to accommodate all skill levels as well as non-traditional band instruments.
- Coached the Rowan New Horizons Clarinet Ensemble.
Student Teacher, Elementary and Middle School Band
Bunker Hill Middle School
Washington Township, New Jersey
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Ran band rehearsals for students in grades 6-8 at Bunker Hill Middle School, and grades 4-5 at Whitman and Birches Elementary Schools.
- Taught pull-out lessons to students on a variety of band instruments.
- Conducted pieces on the 6th-grade and elementary band concerts.
Student Teacher, Elementary General Music and Band
Dorothy L. Bullock Elementary School
Glassboro, New Jersey
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with mentor teachers to refine instructional strategies and techniques.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
- Assisted in classroom management to promote a positive learning environment.
Day Camp Counselor
Rowan Community Music School
Glassboro, New Jersey
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily activities of band campers aged 12-17.
- Assisted the director throughout ensemble rehearsals.
- Ran clarinet placement auditions and sectionals.
- Coached a beginning clarinet ensemble.
Office Supervisor
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Jackson, NJ
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported office clerical functions using word processing and other software, email, and office machines.
- Tracked employee and guest attendance daily in compliance with confidentiality regulations in handling employee information.
- Delivered helpful and kind customer service to employees, maintaining composure in stressful situations, to maximize employee satisfaction.
Aquatics Supervisor/Instructor
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
Jackson, NJ
03.2017 - 09.2021
- Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.
- Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
- Conducted routine audits of systems and assessed proficiency of unit personnel.
- Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
- Delivered basic life support in emergency situations and administered care to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
- Informed patrons of unsafe or hazardous conditions and requested alternative activities.
- Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer basic first aid.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2025
Bachelor of Music - Music Performance
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05-2025
EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Community Safety Consultants
Metuchen, NJ08.2022
High School Diploma - New Egypt, NJ
New Egypt High School
New Egypt, NJ06.2020
Professional Performance Certificate - Music Performance (Clarinet)
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PASkills
- Clarinet performance in band and orchestral settings
- Music teaching experience
- Empathy and patience
- Group leadership
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Event coordination and activity planning
- Customer service
Performance Experience
- Greater Shore Concert Band (2018-2020)
- Ocean Grover Summer Band (2018-2019)
- Barrington Band (2024-2025)
- Rowan Community Music School New Horizons Band, Principal Clarinet
- Rowan University Clarinet Ensemble (2020-2024)
- Rowan University Concert Band (2025)
- Rowan University Pep Band (2023)
- Rowan University Symphonic Band (2022)
- Rowan University Wind Ensemble, NJ (2020-2025)
- Rowan University Symphony Orchestra, NJ (2021-2024), Assistant Principal Clarinet
- Penn State Clarinet Ensemble (2025-Present)
- Penn State Symphonic Band, Principal Clarinet (2025-Present)
- Penn State Campus Orchestra, Principal Clarinet (2025-Present)
- Penn State Chamber Orchestra, Assistant Principal Clarinet (2025-Present)
Affiliations
- International Clarinet Association, member (2025-present)
- Sigma Alpha Iota, Kappa Alpha Chapter, secretary (2023-2024)
- Rowan University WindFest, student assistant (2024)
- Rowan Community Music School, intern (2022-2025)
Accomplishments
- Biccari Band Festival - Biccari, Italy (2025). Received a scholarship to attend and perform at the 2025 Biccari Band and Cultural Immersion Festival. Performed as a co-principal clarinet in two concerts, open mic night and participated in a coaching with Italian Conductor and clarinetist Michele Stelluto.
- Once Upon a Convention - National Harbor, MD. Selected via video audition to perform with the FrostFire Symphony at the convention.
Certification
Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing (CEAS) in Music - Rowan University, New Jersey Department of Education. Issued July, 2025.
- New Jersey has a three-tiered certification system for educators: CEAS, Provisional and Standard. A CEAS is a type of provisional teaching certificate that allows individuals with a completed teacher education program and a bachelor's degree to work in New Jersey public schools.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Teacher, Elementary and Middle School Band
Bunker Hill Middle School
03.2025 - 05.2025
Student Teacher, Elementary General Music and Band
Dorothy L. Bullock Elementary School
01.2025 - 03.2025
Head Summer Camp Counselor
Rowan Community Music School
07.2024 - Current
Barista
Starbucks
05.2024 - 12.2025
New Horizons Band Manager
Rowan Community Music School
09.2023 - 06.2025
Day Camp Counselor
Rowan Community Music School
07.2023 - 07.2023
Rowan Bands Librarian
Rowan University
09.2022 - 07.2025
Office Supervisor
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
05.2022 - 10.2022
Aquatics Supervisor/Instructor
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor
03.2017 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Rowan University
Bachelor of Music - Music Performance
Rowan University
EMT Certification - Emergency Medical Technician
Community Safety Consultants
High School Diploma - New Egypt, NJ
New Egypt High School
Professional Performance Certificate - Music Performance (Clarinet)
Pennsylvania State University
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