Laura Backley

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About Laura Backley

Accomplished Curriculum and Program Designer, Director, Educator, and Leader with over 20 years of experience in leading Education Programs within academic and non-profit settings, including innovative virtual content. Specialize in designing and instructing progressive curricula for students of all ages, skill sets, learning styles, and personalities. Experienced in arts department operations, administration, and advising faculty and students. Proven success creating, directing, and producing both large and small-scale musical and theatrical performances. Excellent communicator known for design and implementation of numerous youth development programs and initiatives. Cultivating and celebrating students, parents and colleagues in diversity, equity and inclusion in classrooms, performances, and workshops. Intentionally designing curriculum and faculty professional development that nurtures our understanding of personal stories and journeys through respectful storytelling.