My relationship with Antonella began as colleagues; she is now one of my closest friends. Antonella was an incredibly professional and supportive teammate and teacher when we worked together. When she served as our team leader, Antonella was efficient and organized. Our teaching team, students and parents all thrived under her leadership. She always put the needs of her students first; she was caring and warm but always consistent and firm with her expectations. When I left teaching, she was unbelievably supportive and our friendship continued to strengthen. Over the past several years, I've come to know her on a more personal level. Antonella is loyal and loving-- as a friend, parent, wife and a community member who gives freely of her time and boundless energy. I strongly recommend Antonella as both a house and pet-sitter based on all of her admirable character traits. Although I've never employed her as such, I would not hesitate to do so if the need were to arise. I can be contacted as a reference at jj0329@comcast.net