Lauren Liberati Conant
Berkshire Country Day School
Chatham,NY
1
Certification
16
years of professional experience
Experienced educator with 17 years teaching English, literacy, Math, Social Studies, Science and Theater to pre-K through 8th grade students. Skilled in communicating and connecting with people for multiple subjects and ages, and leading child-centered theater programs, and co-writing and directing original plays. Demonstrated leadership as a collaborative board representative and expertise in academic intervention for Math and ELA.
Work History
Theater Arts Teacher
4 Years- Directed multiple school plays, fostering artistic expression and improving student confidence on stage.
- Adapted stories and myths into plays and produced performances onstage for BCD community, engaging K-5 students in the arts
- Created and taught child-led theater program for K-5 students, fostering creativity and collaboration
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of theater concepts and performance techniques.
- Facilitated collaborative workshops, promoting teamwork and creativity among students in theatrical productions.
- Implemented constructive feedback processes, guiding students towards improved performance in both individual and group settings.
- Improved classroom engagement by utilizing interactive exercises and group activities to encourage collaboration among students.
- Organized successful school productions involving students from various grade levels and skills, fostering teamwork and community involvement.
- Communicated with parents about events and coordinated with administrators to ensure successful planning and execution
Teacher/Lead Teacher After School Program
1 Year 11 Months- Created and taught curriculum for English (3-6), Literacy (Pre K-1st) Nature and Shakespeare's Midsummer's Night Dream
- Led engaging after-school activities for students teaching Theater and Nature
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environments that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through modified lesson plans.
- Worked one-on-one with students to increase overall classroom success.
- Maintained communication with parents and tracked student learning progress to support academic development
- Collaborated with head of school and colleagues to establish school structure, by-laws, and comprehensive lesson plans
Classroom Teacher/Theater Teacher
7 Years 6 Months- Taught English Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science to students in grades 4th-8th, resulting in improved academic performance across subjects
- Created standard aligned curriculum for ELA, Social Studies, Math and Science for grades 4th -8th
- Facilitated engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Created and implemented child-led Pre K-8th grade theater program, empowering students to express creativity and build confidence
- Co-wrote, directed, produced, and stage managed original school-wide student-written plays, enhancing collaboration and communication skills among students
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and classroom management, creating a respectful, productive and positive learning atmosphere.
- Boosted student confidence through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement in teaching methods.
- Developed individualized education plans to support diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and student outcomes.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication, promoting involvement in their child's education.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Represented teachers on the school board and executed various administrative duties, supporting school operations
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices.
AIS Teacher/Latin Teacher
1 Year 5 Months- Delivered academic intervention strategies for Math and ELA one-on-one and in small groups to grades 5-8, enhancing student engagement
- Developed and launched Latin language curriculum for grades 7-8, broadening language offerings
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of Latin language and culture.
- Fostered a positive learning environment through effective classroom management strategies.
- Enhanced Latin language proficiency by incorporating engaging activities and interactive lessons.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, identifying areas for improvement and intervention.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
ELA/Math/SAT Prep Teacher
4 Months- Provided instruction in English language arts, math, and SAT prep for students in grades 9-12.
- Designed and implemented individualized education plans to support diverse learning needs.
- Developed individualized lesson plans to meet diverse student needs.
- Facilitated engaging classroom environments that promote active learning and student participation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Education
Master’s of Education - ELA and Educational Theater
Bachelor’s of Fine Arts - Acting
Skills
Directing plays
Script analysis
Character development
Playwriting
Stage management
Acting techniques
Ensemble building
Physical expression
Student engagement
Collaborative teamwork
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Certification
- NYS Professional Teaching Certificate for ELA in Grades 7-12, Does not expire,
- NYS Professional Teaching Certificate for Theater in Grades K-12, Does not expire,
Timeline
Theater Arts Teacher
Berkshire Country Day School
09.2022 - CurrentRead More
Teacher/Lead Teacher After School Program
Four Winds
09.2020 - 08.2022Read More
Classroom Teacher/Theater Teacher
Mountain Road School
09.2012 - 03.2020Read More
AIS Teacher/Latin Teacher
Achievement Academy
11.2010 - 04.2012Read More
ELA/Math/SAT Prep Teacher
Vanderheyden Hall
07.2010 - 11.2010Read More
Rutgers University
Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from Acting
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New York University
Master’s of Education from ELA and Educational Theater
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