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Cristina B. Pepitone

Massapequa,USA

Summary

Education professional with strong commitment to fostering academic growth and student development. Adept at designing and implementing curricula that meet diverse learning needs while promoting collaborative classroom environment. Known for reliability and adaptability, with focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals through effective classroom management and communication skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Learning and Organizational Development Educator

Northwell Health
04.2025 - Current
  • Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of training programs for use throughout the hospital, practice, corporate, and site management; partners with managers, supervisors, and trainers to ensure training programs and procedures are followed constantly.
  • Conducts training sessions through blended approaches such as instructor-led, lead classroom training, Q&A sessions, side-by-side support, webinars, and e-learning; analyzes and collaborates with staff and leadership in the identification of problem areas resulting in recurring errors and duplicate records. With colleagues to develop and revise the curriculum, enhancing the learning experience.
  • Provides expertise in the area of learning and organizational development, including, but not limited to, strategic thinking relevant to leadership, learning, team-building, performance, and change management strategies. Assists in global functions that support the health system’s development as a learning organization and overall workforce development.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.

Job Coach & Employability Trainer

Career and Employment Options
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
  • Collect, analyze, and evaluate data collected during one-on-one job coaching sessions.
  • Provided ongoing guidance and support to clients throughout the job search and onboarding process.
  • Tailored job coaching methods to fit individual client needs, resulting in higher satisfaction and job acquisition rates.

English Teacher

The Lowell School
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Taught the English curriculum to high school special education students. Coached for a soccer club and was a student government advisor.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Planned dynamic lessons to increase student comprehension of books and literary concepts.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by modeling respect, empathy, and active listening skills during all interactions with students.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on educational trends and research-based strategies for instruction.
  • Led after-school tutoring sessions for students needing extra support or enrichment opportunities, resulting in improved academic outcomes.

Director of Christian Education

St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
01.2016 - 01.2020
  • Managed Sunday school and training for teachers and volunteers. Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing Sunday school, VBS, confirmation, faith formation, Alpha courses, youth group, and retreats, and parish events from preplanning stages to reflection.
  • Provided pastoral care to congregation members experiencing challenges related to faith or personal circumstances when necessary.
  • Promoted inclusivity within educational programming by ensuring accessibility for individuals with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
  • Mentored new ministry leaders in their efforts to develop and implement successful Christian education programs.

English Teacher

North Babylon High School
01.1999 - 01.2009
  • Taught English curriculum across various grade levels, a day school, and an alternative high school. Home-taught students during leave (2004-2009).
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.

Education

Advanced Certificate Program - Students with Disabilities Adolescent Generalist, 7-12

C.U.N.Y. Queens College
Flushing
07.2023

Master’s Degree - Secondary Education/English

C.U.N.Y. Queens College
Flushing, NY
12.2003

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Minor in Anthropology

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY
05.1999

Associate in Liberal Arts and Sciences -

S.U.N.Y. Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NY
05.1997

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Classroom management
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Cultural awareness
  • Curriculum development
  • Peer mentoring
  • Empathy and patience
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Goal setting
  • Technology integration
  • Emotional intelligence

Certification

New York State Permanent Certification, English 7-12 (2004)

Timeline

Learning and Organizational Development Educator

Northwell Health
04.2025 - Current

Job Coach & Employability Trainer

Career and Employment Options
01.2024 - 04.2025

English Teacher

The Lowell School
01.2021 - 01.2024

Director of Christian Education

St. Luke’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
01.2016 - 01.2020

English Teacher

North Babylon High School
01.1999 - 01.2009

Advanced Certificate Program - Students with Disabilities Adolescent Generalist, 7-12

C.U.N.Y. Queens College

Master’s Degree - Secondary Education/English

C.U.N.Y. Queens College

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Minor in Anthropology

Hofstra University

Associate in Liberal Arts and Sciences -

S.U.N.Y. Farmingdale