Ourania Lardas

Ourania Lardas is an experienced educator with a focus on child development and environmental studies. Currently serving as the Lead Preschool Teacher at the School For Constructive Play since February 2017, Ourania creates and instructs academic activities that foster social, physical, and intellectual growth in children. With a background as an Education Specialist at Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium since May 2015, Ourania has developed skills in engaging children with marine life education, evidenced by the production of children's activity books for various grade levels. Previous experience includes roles as a Counselor at the Anna Maria Island Community Center and internships in education at the YMCA Point Bonita and Florida Maritime Museum. Ourania holds a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from Florida Gulf Coast University, completed in 2015.