The Packer Collegiate Institute
Larissa Dzegar is a dedicated educator with extensive experience in teaching English at the high school level, currently serving as a High School English Teacher at The Packer Collegiate Institute since August 2017. Previously, Larissa taught at Manhattan High School for Girls from March 2015 to August 2017 and completed a Master's Degree in English/Language Arts Teacher Education at Teachers College, Columbia University in 2014. Larissa also has a diverse background in various roles, including a Teacher in Residency at Achievement First, a Data Analyst, and a Portuguese Conversation Tutor. With a solid educational foundation that includes an M.F.A. in Acting from Pace University and a B.A. in Theatre Arts and Writing from Sarah Lawrence College, Larissa combines artistic creativity with academic expertise to enhance the learning experience. Additional experience includes editorial work and event planning for BUST Magazine and as a Blogger for via3pr.