Laura Vaccaro
Hungerford
Summary
Observant, bilingual early years educator with a passion in Montessori pedagogy and child-led learning approaches. Experienced in supporting children’s literacy, independence, social, emotional and musical development within an engaging and prepared environment. Competent in encouraging practical life skills, positive behavior and in creating inviting environments where children feel nurtured, dignified and empowered. Strong learn-by-play skills with the ability to build bonding relationships and to cultivate a desire for learning through creating an atmosphere which supports each child’s individual development.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeschool Educator
2022 - Present
Hungerford, United Kingdom
2022 - Current
Focusing on child-led learning in a prepared environment within a mixed-aged classroom, fostering independence, literacy, practical life activities, social, emotional and musical development.
Session Singer, Guitarist, Arranger, Producer
Laura Vaccaro
London
2017 - 2021
Offering professional R&B / Popular Music studio services to clients worldwide.
Worship Team Leader
CC Münster
Münster, Germany
2012 - 2013
Leading worship services, coordinating music selection and team rehearsals.
Developing and implementing training programs for musicians, fostering skill growth in guitar, vocals, songwriting, band leading and collaboration within the team.
Youth Worship Leader
GodSpeak CC
Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
2011 - 2012
Directing worship bands during worship services and community events.
Teaching Guitar, Vocals, Piano and Songwriting lessons to youth musicians, fostering their development and confidence in performance.
Leading Weekly youth worship services, cultivating spiritual growth and community engagement.
Coordinating music selection and rehearsal schedules to enhance worship experiences.
Children’s Ministry Co-Leader
CC Siegen
Siegen, Germany
2009 - 2011
Delivering engaging lessons and facilitating arts and crafts activities for children, ages 4-8.
Mentoring junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
Education
BMus(Hons) - Music Performance & Production
LCCM London
London, UK2017
Guitar Master Certificate - Guitar
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA, USA2014
Vocal & Songwriting Professional Certificate - Vocals, Songwriting
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA, USA2014
Associate of Arts - Theology
Calvary Chapel Bible College
Siegen2011
High School Diploma -
Johanneum Gymnasium Herborn
Herborn2009
Skills
- Engaging literacy instruction
- Play-based curriculum development
- Speech therapy support
- Fostering SEL
- Child observation
- Creativity and engaging storytelling
- Reading comprehension
- Organization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Lesson planning
- Relationship building
- Emotional care
Certification
Certificate in Montessori Child Psychology (Advanced) | LSBA | September 2026
Graduate Certificate in Early Childhood Speech Therapy | LSBA | September 2026
Montessori Speech Therapy | LSBA | September 2026
Lisp Specialization Therapy | LSBA | September 2026
Professional Certificate in Montessori Early Childhood Leadership | LSBA | August 2026
Advanced Certificate in Montessori Curriculum Development | LSBA | August 2026
Certificate in Montessori Classroom Design | LSBA | August 2026
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Homeschool Educator
2022 - Present
2022 - Current
Session Singer, Guitarist, Arranger, Producer
Laura Vaccaro
2017 - 2021
Worship Team Leader
CC Münster
2012 - 2013
Youth Worship Leader
GodSpeak CC
2011 - 2012
Children’s Ministry Co-Leader
CC Siegen
2009 - 2011
BMus(Hons) - Music Performance & Production
LCCM London
Guitar Master Certificate - Guitar
Berklee College of Music
Vocal & Songwriting Professional Certificate - Vocals, Songwriting
Berklee College of Music
Associate of Arts - Theology
Calvary Chapel Bible College
High School Diploma -
Johanneum Gymnasium Herborn
Personal Qualities
Kind, patient, compassionate, intellectual and organized with a genuine desire for supporting children's well-being, independence, intellect, natural curiosity and joy for learning.
Hobbies & Interest
Music, Fitness, Natural Beauty/Health/Nutrition &
Medicine, Psychology, Interior, Minimalism, Photography.