Marina Vinitskaya has served as a Resource Specialist for the NYS RBERN at New York University since 2020. In this role, she provides training for ENL, Bilingual, World Language, and content-area teachers, leads the Russian World Language Professional Learning Series, and supports Russian Dual Language programs. She also assists teachers and families in navigating NYC DOE and NYSED programs for multilingual learners. Marina is a frequent guest on the Russian Television Network and Davidson Radio, where she discusses public education and DOE initiatives for immigrant students.
With more than 25 years of experience in the NYC Department of Education, Marina has worked as an ESL teacher, Regional Instructional Support Specialist (RIS), and high school principal. As an RIS, she oversaw compliance and instructional programs for English Language Learners while supporting superintendents and schools with professional development and instructional quality.
As the founding principal of a high school, her leadership produced significant gains for ELLs—achievements highlighted in Stanford University research (2015, 2016) and Columbia University Press (2018). Her school’s comprehensive language development model integrated content, analytical practices, assessment strategies, and social-emotional support for students and families.
Marina has also coached new assistant principals and principals through the NYC DOE Leadership Program and the Wallace Foundation. She was recognized as a noteworthy educator by State Senator Kevin S. Parker in 2007, 2008, 2015, 2016, and 2017. Marina is a regular presenter at NYSABE and NABE conferences, where she shares her expertise with educators statewide and nationally.
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