Marília Lauria
Rooted in purpose, driven by innovation — bringing an entrepreneurial mindset
to every challenge.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Educational Leader &Entrepreneur
Dedicated to creating transformative experiences that strengthen communities and advance the professional growth of educators and professionals.
Marília specialize in designing and leading initiatives that connect schools, families, and communities through participatory and experiential approaches, fostering meaningful engagement and systemic impact. As the founder and manager of educational and community organizations, she has cultivated extensive expertise in program development, strategic planning, fundraising, and organizational management, ensuring that innovative ideas are implemented as sustainable, high-impact programs. Marília prioritize building the capacity of educators and institutions, empowering teams to exercise leadership, develop critical thinking, and amplify their voice within and beyond their professional environment. Her work is guided by enthusiasm and a commitment to inclusion and collaborative leadership; by creating dynamic environments that strengthen systems and nurture connected,resilient comunities.
Achievements in Numbers
A snapshot of the measurable impact delivered through strategic leadership, program development, and community engagement.
5×
135
200+
Revenue Growth
Arts Accreditations
Educators Trained
Turnover scaled from £20K to £100K in Green Shoes Arts' second financial year through program expansion and strategic partnership building.
Supported 135 youth accreditations over three years, including Level 3 Certificates and Level 1–2 Arts Awards, through accredited program design and delivery.
Equipped 200+ educators with dynamic creative teaching techniques across multiple roles, prior to joining Europass Teacher Academy.
15
New Drama Clubs
Award Recognition
Conferences
Published Article
Expanded drama education across youth clubs in South England over 15 months, introducing specialist programs to 15 additional clubs through coordination of a network of teaching artists.
Shortlisted for the London Business Awards 2010 — Community Involvement category,recognizing the impact of Green Shoes Arts CIC.
Sharing expertise in drama integration, creative learning, and applied theatre.
Original research and thought leadership to the field of education.
Profile Overview
With a career built across four countries, Marília Lauria combines pedagogical depth with entrepreneurial capacity. She founded and led two community organizations from scratch, obtained two Master's degrees from prestigious institutions, and remains committed to continuous learning and the ongoing development of her skills and practice.
Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Pedagogy & Training
Committed to making learning meaningful — with expertise in curriculum design, training, and the integration of creativity as a pedagogical tool.
Founder of two educational organizations with operational, financial, and team management.
International Scope
Work experience in São Paulo, London, New York, and Lisbon with multicultural and multilingual audiences.
Core Professional Competencies
Marília's trajectory coherently integrates pedagogical creativity, organizational management, and interinstitutional collaboration. The competencies below reflect consolidated practice in multiple contexts.
Educational Entrepreneurship
Program Development
Founding and leading educational initiatives in multiple countries, with the development of independent training programs and the creation of innovative programs.
Design of curricula, workshops, and short and long-term training programs, adapted to international and multicultural audiences.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Communication & Engagement
Establishing partnerships with schools, universities, and community organizations around shared pedagogical objectives.
Facilitation of collaborative learning environments, conference presentations, and structuring of educational program proposals.
Operational & Administrative Management
Beyond the pedagogical dimension, Marília has solid experience in the comprehensive management of programs, from strategic planning to
regulatory compliance.
Organizational Leadership
Budgeting & Financial Sustainability
Supervision of daily operations, strategic planning, and team management in multi-faceted organizations.
Budget preparation, expense monitoring, and ensuring the financial viability of educational projects.
Funding Applications
Team & HR Management
Opportunity research, proposal writing, and securing funding to support operations and programs.
Recruitment, training, and management of employees and volunteers, promoting continuous professional development.
Selected experiences:
London
Theatre/Drama Coordinator – South England Clubs
Program Reach & Impact
2006 – 2007
- Coordinated and supervised a team of artist-educators across multiple after-school clubs in South England.
- Designed and implemented drama programs for teachers, enhancing their pedaagogical toolkits.
- Developed and delivered engaging drama workshops programs for primary school children.
- Managed program logistcs, scheduling, and resrouces allocation to ensure smooth opertation.
During Marília's tenure, the drama programs reached over 500 children annually, fostering creative expression and critical thinking skills. The new established teacher training initiatives equipped more than 80 educators with innovative techniques for arts integration, significantly broadening the impact of creative learning in local schools.
London
Artistic Director & Founder
Impact & Legacy
2008 – 2011
- Founding and leading a community interest company (CIC) dedicated to creative arts for community members in London.
- Developing accredited projects for young people in schools and extracurricular activity centers.
- Creating and delivering training programs for teachers.
- Comprehensive management of the organization: operations, personnel, budgets, and funding applications.
- Selected for the The London Business Award 2010 — Community Engagement Category.
Green Shoes Arts CIC continued to operate for 14 years after the founder relocated to New York, a testament to the solidity of the systems and organizational vision she built. The organization only closed in December 2025 when funding conditions in the UK's third sector became unsustainable — not due to a lack of impact or relevance.
New York
Creative Consultant – Play Tank
Creative Consultant
Program Innovation & Educational Impact
2012 – 2013
- Designed and implemented a comprehensive assessment framework to track the progress of educators and youth participants within the innovative Play Tank program.
- Developed and delivered specialized training sessions for educators focusing on play-based learning methodologies and creative development tecniques.
- Provided strategic guidance on integrating artistic practices to foster critical thinking and emotional intelligence in diverse youth populations.
- Collaborated with program managers to ensure the alignment of creative initiatives with overall educational objectives and community needs.
As Creative Consultant for Play Tank, Marília pioneered an assessment framework that provided crucial insights into the effectiveness of creative arts education. Her training sessions empowered a cohort of over 70 educators to implement dynamic strategies, directly benefiting hundreds of children and teenagers by enhancing their social-emotional development and artistic expression within the program.
New York
Artistic Director & Founder
Key Responsibilities
2017 – 2020 Founding of an educational company in New York specializing in play-based learning for babies and toddlers, accompanied by a caregiver.
- Supervision of all daily operations, ensuring educational impact and organizational sustainability.
- Design and delivery of play-based sessions for babies and children up to 3 years old.
- Development and facilitation of professinal traning workshops for educators.
Conferences & Publication
Conferences
Publication
Utís Online Conference, Iceland — "Theater as a Teaching Method in Every Classroom" - September 2024
Article published in English and Portuguese in the e-book 'A Formação de Educadores e Professores',organized by Maria dos Anjos Cohen – ISCE:"Drama integration as a teaching–learning methodology at primary school"
Jornadas Pedagógicas, ISCE & ISECLisboa — "A integração dramática como forma de Ensino no primeiro ciclo" — May 2024.
Bank Street College of Education, Nova Iorque — "Beyond Pretend Play! Integrating Drama into Your Classroom" — March 2024.
Academic Background
Marilia has a profound academic background that combines educational theory, artistic practices, and pedagogical leadership, across
leading institutions in three countries.
1996–1 999 · Teatro Escola Macunaíma, São
Paulo, Brazil
Fundamental and Professional Acting Course.
2003–2004 · Desmond Jones School, London, United Kingdom
Fundamental, Intermediate, and Advanced Courses in Mime
2004–2007 · Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom
and Physical Theatre.
Bachelor's Degree in Drama & Theatre Arts.
2007–2008 · Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom
Master's Degree in Applied Drama: Theatre in Educational, Community & Social Contexts.
2020–2023 · Bank Street College of Education, New York, USA
Master's Degree in Studies in Education
Professional Certifications
CCP — Certificate of Pedagogical Competencies
PH+ – Lisbon, PTNo. F757628/2024
CCPE — E-Learning Specialization
IEFP – PortugalNo. FEe-f+781262/2026
CCPE — Digital Content for Self-Learning
IEFP – Portugal
Expected March 2026
CLIL Methodology — Foundational & Advanced
Bridge Educational Group – USACLIL Methodology applied to primary and secondary education contexts.
Contribution to Europass
The combination of practical experience, excellent academic training, and a deeply intercultural approach positions Marília Lauria as a strategic collaborator of high value for Europass initiatives.
Strategic Program Direction
Proven ability to conceptualize, structure, and lead impactful initiatives — with the flexibility and experience to tailor her work to specific vision, values, and strategic priorities.
Operational Management & Sustainability
Solid track record in managing programs, including developing partnerships and cross-institutional collaboration, ensuring quality and compliance, budgeting and team coordination,
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Innovation
Proven ability to build initiatives from the ground up, combining creative vision with practical execution across diverse cultural and institutional contexts.
Potential Areas of Contribution
Mariília's diverse expertise allows her to drive significant impact across key areas, from developing innovative educational programs to fostering strategic partnerships and ensuring seamless execution.
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Marília Lauria
Rooted in purpose, driven by innovation — bringing an entrepreneurial mindset
to every challenge.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Educational Leader &Entrepreneur
Dedicated to creating transformative experiences that strengthen communities and advance the professional growth of educators and professionals.
Marília specialize in designing and leading initiatives that connect schools, families, and communities through participatory and experiential approaches, fostering meaningful engagement and systemic impact. As the founder and manager of educational and community organizations, she has cultivated extensive expertise in program development, strategic planning, fundraising, and organizational management, ensuring that innovative ideas are implemented as sustainable, high-impact programs. Marília prioritize building the capacity of educators and institutions, empowering teams to exercise leadership, develop critical thinking, and amplify their voice within and beyond their professional environment. Her work is guided by enthusiasm and a commitment to inclusion and collaborative leadership; by creating dynamic environments that strengthen systems and nurture connected,resilient comunities.
Achievements in Numbers
A snapshot of the measurable impact delivered through strategic leadership, program development, and community engagement.
5×
135
200+
Revenue Growth
Arts Accreditations
Educators Trained
Turnover scaled from £20K to £100K in Green Shoes Arts' second financial year through program expansion and strategic partnership building.
Supported 135 youth accreditations over three years, including Level 3 Certificates and Level 1–2 Arts Awards, through accredited program design and delivery.
Equipped 200+ educators with dynamic creative teaching techniques across multiple roles, prior to joining Europass Teacher Academy.
15
New Drama Clubs
Award Recognition
Conferences
Published Article
Expanded drama education across youth clubs in South England over 15 months, introducing specialist programs to 15 additional clubs through coordination of a network of teaching artists.
Shortlisted for the London Business Awards 2010 — Community Involvement category,recognizing the impact of Green Shoes Arts CIC.
Sharing expertise in drama integration, creative learning, and applied theatre.
Original research and thought leadership to the field of education.
Profile Overview
With a career built across four countries, Marília Lauria combines pedagogical depth with entrepreneurial capacity. She founded and led two community organizations from scratch, obtained two Master's degrees from prestigious institutions, and remains committed to continuous learning and the ongoing development of her skills and practice.
Leadership & Entrepreneurship
Pedagogy & Training
Committed to making learning meaningful — with expertise in curriculum design, training, and the integration of creativity as a pedagogical tool.
Founder of two educational organizations with operational, financial, and team management.
International Scope
Work experience in São Paulo, London, New York, and Lisbon with multicultural and multilingual audiences.
Core Professional Competencies
Marília's trajectory coherently integrates pedagogical creativity, organizational management, and interinstitutional collaboration. The competencies below reflect consolidated practice in multiple contexts.
Educational Entrepreneurship
Program Development
Founding and leading educational initiatives in multiple countries, with the development of independent training programs and the creation of innovative programs.
Design of curricula, workshops, and short and long-term training programs, adapted to international and multicultural audiences.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Communication & Engagement
Establishing partnerships with schools, universities, and community organizations around shared pedagogical objectives.
Facilitation of collaborative learning environments, conference presentations, and structuring of educational program proposals.
Operational & Administrative Management
Beyond the pedagogical dimension, Marília has solid experience in the comprehensive management of programs, from strategic planning to
regulatory compliance.
Organizational Leadership
Budgeting & Financial Sustainability
Supervision of daily operations, strategic planning, and team management in multi-faceted organizations.
Budget preparation, expense monitoring, and ensuring the financial viability of educational projects.
Funding Applications
Team & HR Management
Opportunity research, proposal writing, and securing funding to support operations and programs.
Recruitment, training, and management of employees and volunteers, promoting continuous professional development.
Selected experiences:
London
Theatre/Drama Coordinator – South England Clubs
Program Reach & Impact
2006 – 2007
During Marília's tenure, the drama programs reached over 500 children annually, fostering creative expression and critical thinking skills. The new established teacher training initiatives equipped more than 80 educators with innovative techniques for arts integration, significantly broadening the impact of creative learning in local schools.
London
Artistic Director & Founder
Impact & Legacy
2008 – 2011
Green Shoes Arts CIC continued to operate for 14 years after the founder relocated to New York, a testament to the solidity of the systems and organizational vision she built. The organization only closed in December 2025 when funding conditions in the UK's third sector became unsustainable — not due to a lack of impact or relevance.
New York
Creative Consultant – Play Tank
Creative Consultant
Program Innovation & Educational Impact
2012 – 2013
As Creative Consultant for Play Tank, Marília pioneered an assessment framework that provided crucial insights into the effectiveness of creative arts education. Her training sessions empowered a cohort of over 70 educators to implement dynamic strategies, directly benefiting hundreds of children and teenagers by enhancing their social-emotional development and artistic expression within the program.
New York
Artistic Director & Founder
Key Responsibilities
2017 – 2020 Founding of an educational company in New York specializing in play-based learning for babies and toddlers, accompanied by a caregiver.
Conferences & Publication
Conferences
Publication
Utís Online Conference, Iceland — "Theater as a Teaching Method in Every Classroom" - September 2024
Article published in English and Portuguese in the e-book 'A Formação de Educadores e Professores',organized by Maria dos Anjos Cohen – ISCE:"Drama integration as a teaching–learning methodology at primary school"
Jornadas Pedagógicas, ISCE & ISECLisboa — "A integração dramática como forma de Ensino no primeiro ciclo" — May 2024.
Bank Street College of Education, Nova Iorque — "Beyond Pretend Play! Integrating Drama into Your Classroom" — March 2024.
Academic Background
Marilia has a profound academic background that combines educational theory, artistic practices, and pedagogical leadership, across
leading institutions in three countries.
1996–1 999 · Teatro Escola Macunaíma, São
Paulo, Brazil
Fundamental and Professional Acting Course.
2003–2004 · Desmond Jones School, London, United Kingdom
Fundamental, Intermediate, and Advanced Courses in Mime
2004–2007 · Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom
and Physical Theatre.
Bachelor's Degree in Drama & Theatre Arts.
2007–2008 · Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom
Master's Degree in Applied Drama: Theatre in Educational, Community & Social Contexts.
2020–2023 · Bank Street College of Education, New York, USA
Master's Degree in Studies in Education
Professional Certifications
CCP — Certificate of Pedagogical Competencies
PH+ – Lisbon, PTNo. F757628/2024
CCPE — E-Learning Specialization
IEFP – PortugalNo. FEe-f+781262/2026
CCPE — Digital Content for Self-Learning
IEFP – Portugal
Expected March 2026
CLIL Methodology — Foundational & Advanced
Bridge Educational Group – USACLIL Methodology applied to primary and secondary education contexts.
Contribution to Europass
The combination of practical experience, excellent academic training, and a deeply intercultural approach positions Marília Lauria as a strategic collaborator of high value for Europass initiatives.
Strategic Program Direction
Proven ability to conceptualize, structure, and lead impactful initiatives — with the flexibility and experience to tailor her work to specific vision, values, and strategic priorities.
Operational Management & Sustainability
Solid track record in managing programs, including developing partnerships and cross-institutional collaboration, ensuring quality and compliance, budgeting and team coordination,
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Innovation
Proven ability to build initiatives from the ground up, combining creative vision with practical execution across diverse cultural and institutional contexts.
Potential Areas of Contribution
Mariília's diverse expertise allows her to drive significant impact across key areas, from developing innovative educational programs to fostering strategic partnerships and ensuring seamless execution.