Speaking

Lighting the Way for Learning, Leadership, and Impact

Lauren Kaufman is an educator, district leader, author, keynote speaker, and national conference presenter with more than two decades of experience in education.

Drawing from her work as a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, instructional coach, mentor coordinator, school and district administrator, and K–12 literacy leader, Lauren creates engaging learning experiences that blend storytelling, reflection, and practical strategies.

She has delivered keynotes and presented at national, regional, and local conferences, leadership events, and professional learning experiences.

Speaking Topics

Leading Like a Coach

Turning Classroom Observation Into Dynamic Hubs Where Learning Comes Alive

Classroom observation can be more than evaluation. Lauren helps leaders use classroom evidence to spark coaching, collaboration, reflection, and meaningful professional learning.

Inspire and Impact

Lighting the Way for Others Through Mentorship

Drawing from her book, The Leader Inside: Stories of Mentorship to Inspire the Leader Within, Lauren explores how mentorship, encouragement, and everyday leadership moments can help others recognize their gifts and step into their potential.

Layering Learning

From Reflection to Action: Creating Coherence Across Literacy Instruction

Literacy is the foundation of learning. Lauren helps educators and leaders connect curriculum, instruction, coaching, assessment, and professional learning to strengthen alignment across classrooms, schools, and grade levels.

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The Learning Experience

Lauren’s sessions are reflective, practical, and grounded in real educational experiences. Audiences leave with renewed inspiration, actionable ideas, and tools they can bring back to their schools and classrooms.