Teresa C. Letizia
Pelham Manor,NY
Summary
Diligent school leader with proven track record in educational leadership and student development. Successfully implemented programs that enhanced student performance and supported teacher growth. Demonstrated ability to foster collaborative environment and effectively manage administrative tasks.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Principal, Bruno M. Ponterio Ridge Street School
Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District
08.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with the building principal and faculty to implement the district vision
- Establish strong relationships with students, staff, and parents to support academic and social-emotional learning
- Lead the implementation of the Into Reading program for the 2023-2024 school year
- Oversee safety protocols and coordinate drills with emergency teams and local authorities
- Conduct teacher evaluations using the Danielson Rubric and StaffTrac evaluation tool
- Serve as Chair of the MTSS team, designing intervention plans for at-risk students
- Develop and manage school schedules, recruitment, and staff development initiatives
- Partner with the PTA to bring enrichment programs to students
Interim Principal, Pound Ridge Elementary School
Bedford Central School District
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Managed school operations while ensuring compliance with COVID-19 protocols
- Designed and executed a transition plan for full-time in-person learning
- Conducted teacher evaluations and led 504 accommodation meetings
- Implemented school-wide values initiatives to enhance student engagement
Principal, St. Ann, the Personal School
Archdiocese of New York
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Provided instructional leadership and created a supportive learning environment
- Conducted teacher observations based on the Danielson Rubric
- Developed teacher mentoring programs to enhance instructional design
- Collaborated with the Parent Council for student enrichment initiatives
- Implemented Reading/Writing Workshop Models to improve literacy instruction
- School Closed
Assistant Principal, Coman Hill Elementary School
Byram Hills Central School District
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Introduced and led a Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS) program
- Provided professional learning on Math, Reading/Writing Workshop, SEL, and Play-Based Learning
- Evaluated teacher performance using the Danielson Rubric and served as an Independent Evaluator
- Served as a member of the District-Wide Administrative Council and Emergency Team
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2, 4, and 5)
City School District of New Rochelle
09.2002 - 06.2017
- Designed and implemented Common Core-aligned lessons for diverse student populations
- Led literacy instruction using the Reader's and Writer's Workshop model
- Engaged parents through class events, conferences, and field trips
- Member of the Data Wise Committee, analyzing student data to improve instruction
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2 and 3)
New York City Board of Education, District 11
09.1996 - 06.2002
- Developed balanced literacy programs and implemented small group instruction
- Used data-based assessments to drive instruction and student achievement
- Integrated hands-on learning with Chicago Math strategies
Fourth Grade Teacher
Mount Vernon City Schools
02.1996 - 06.1996
- Managed a mid-year transition classroom, fostering a strong community culture
- Supported students in adjusting to a new learning environment with tailored interventions
Education
EdD - Educational Leadership
Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY05.2025
Post-Master's Advanced Leadership Certificate -
SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY01.2013
Master of Science - Education in Elementary Education
Fordham University
New York, NY01.1995
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Italian Studies
Fordham University
Bronx, NY01.1994
Skills
- Educational Leadership
- Teacher Mentorship & Professional Development
- Curriculum Development
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Integration
- Multi-Tiered System Support
- Community Involvement
- Instructional Coaching
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Emergency & Crisis Management
Accomplishments
- Managed school operations for 600 students.
- Supported 30 classroom teachers in implementing a developmentally-appropriate curriculum for students.
- Supervised team of 60 staff members.
Certification
- New York State School Building Leader, Professional Certificate
- New York State Elementary Education Pre-K through Sixth Grade, Permanent Certificate
- New York State School District Leader, Professional Certificate
Languages
Italian
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Principal, Bruno M. Ponterio Ridge Street School
Blind Brook-Rye Union Free School District
08.2021 - Current
Interim Principal, Pound Ridge Elementary School
Bedford Central School District
02.2021 - 06.2021
Principal, St. Ann, the Personal School
Archdiocese of New York
08.2019 - 08.2020
Assistant Principal, Coman Hill Elementary School
Byram Hills Central School District
07.2017 - 06.2019
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2, 4, and 5)
City School District of New Rochelle
09.2002 - 06.2017
Elementary Teacher (Grades 2 and 3)
New York City Board of Education, District 11
09.1996 - 06.2002
Fourth Grade Teacher
Mount Vernon City Schools
02.1996 - 06.1996
Post-Master's Advanced Leadership Certificate -
SUNY Stony Brook
Master of Science - Education in Elementary Education
Fordham University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics & Italian Studies
Fordham University
- New York State School Building Leader, Professional Certificate
- New York State Elementary Education Pre-K through Sixth Grade, Permanent Certificate
- New York State School District Leader, Professional Certificate
EdD - Educational Leadership
Manhattanville College
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