KRISTEN TOMAINO
Bronx
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MLL Specialist-K through grade 4
Brilla Pax Charter School
Bronx
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Increased student language advancement of entering and emerging scholars on NYSESLAT by 75%.
- Executed identification and assessment process through home language interviews, planning, and administration of NYSITELL and NYSESLAT.
- Oversaw execution of Lexia Learning for entering and emerging scholars.
- Provided educational support for English language learners in grades K through 4 using scaffolded and differentiated instruction.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to share resources on scaffolds and differentiation for ELLs.
- Engaged families regarding child progress through newsletters and outreach initiatives.
- Supported family initiatives and school culture by assisting with enrollment and organizing events.
ENL Teacher, PS 76 The Bennington School
New York City Department of Education
Bronx
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Increased student language advancement for Entering through Expanding students in grade 2 by 39% to the next language lexile, and 86.7% growth within the same lexile, and in grade 3 by 39% and 26.7% respectively.
- Administered and scored the NYSITELL, NYSESLAT, and SLAB to measure language proficiency and growth.
- Differentiated lessons for grades 1 to 3 using the EL curriculum to support advancement in the state ELA exam.
- Collaborated with the ENL team to support learning for ELLs with faculty professional development and ENL Afterschool.
- Supported family introduction into the Multi-Lingual Learner program by conducting interviews and orientation.
Substitute Teacher-ENL, Common Branch, Early Childhood
New York City Department of Education
Bronx
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Delivered stand-alone and co-teaching support to English language learners, enhancing achievement and NYSESLAT scores.
- Provided instructional support for 3-K to 12, aligning with school needs.
- Collaborated with ICT ELA and math teachers to aid students during COVID-19 pandemic.
- Communicated with families to bolster student performance and engagement.
1st and 2nd Grade ENL, PS/MS 057-James Weldon Johnson Leadership Academy
Student Teaching/Practicum
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Created engaging lessons for entering and commanding ELLs in grades K through 10.
- Differentiated subject matter for transitioning commanding ELLs in grades 7 and 8, facilitating smoother academic transitions.
- Developed inclusive lessons in ELA, math, social studies, and science, enhancing engagement for diverse learning needs.
- Provided educational support and re-engagement strategies, improving learning outcomes for bilingual, monolingual, and struggling learners.
Lead UPK and Toddler 2’s Teacher
Citizen’s Care Daycare 3
New York
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Achieved overall ECRS-R score of 4.4, exceeding city-wide average, and attained 3.5 CLASS score demonstrating quality of classroom interactions.
- Coordinated with teaching team to develop inclusive lesson plans and design classroom layouts that fostered integration and engagement.
- Supported the professional development of a student teacher and trained newly hired teaching staff.
- Executed programs and events enhancing family involvement in center initiatives, strengthening community connections.
Education
Master of Science - TESOL
The City College of New York
New York, NY09-2021
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education-Spanish Language Emphasis
The City College of New York
New York, NY09-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Education, Applied Arts and Sciences
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY12-2013
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Data and standards driven
- Fluency in Spanish
- Excellent communication skills
- Collaborative, Dedicated, Creative educator
Certification
- New York State English to Speakers of Other Languages Professional Certificate, K-12
- New York State Childhood Education, Professional Certificate, 1-6
- New York State Teaching Assistant Level III Certificate
- New York State Attendance Teacher, Provisional Certificate
Accomplishments
Bernard and Susan Mendick Partial Education Scholarship, 2014
Timeline
MLL Specialist-K through grade 4
Brilla Pax Charter School
09.2024 - 12.2025
ENL Teacher, PS 76 The Bennington School
New York City Department of Education
09.2022 - 02.2024
1st and 2nd Grade ENL, PS/MS 057-James Weldon Johnson Leadership Academy
Student Teaching/Practicum
02.2021 - 07.2021
Substitute Teacher-ENL, Common Branch, Early Childhood
New York City Department of Education
10.2020 - 09.2022
Lead UPK and Toddler 2’s Teacher
Citizen’s Care Daycare 3
08.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Science - TESOL
The City College of New York
Bachelor of Science - Childhood Education-Spanish Language Emphasis
The City College of New York
Associate of Applied Science - Education, Applied Arts and Sciences
Bronx Community College