Grace Buchtinec
Medina
Summary
Driven leader and business development professional.|Strong communicator.|Systematic and innovative thinker, resourceful and motivated professional with a proven ability to lead, build relationships, and solve complex problems. Skilled in team collaboration, strategic planning, and goal setting from a background in education. A systematic and innovative thinker with a competitive spirit, persistent in overcoming challenges, and committed to achieving goals. Eager to leverage these qualities to drive success in a business.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intervention Specialist
Albert Einstein Academy
Strongsville
06.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized education plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers to implement effective intervention strategies.
- Facilitated communication between parents and educators regarding student progress.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted interventions as necessary.
- Instructed small groups of students using research-based instructional strategies tailored specifically for their individual goals.
- Advised teachers on how to modify curriculum content to accommodate individual differences among students.
Barista, Runner
Cool Beans Cafe
Medina
06.2021 - 08.2024
- Assisted with opening and closing tasks such as cleaning cafe areas or setting up displays.
- Performed cash handling duties accurately and efficiently to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Brewed espresso and added syrups and steamed milk to craft specialty drinks for customers.
- Sold and served baked goods and miscellaneous food items, increasing company revenue.
- Trained new staff members on proper espresso machine use, drink preparation methods and customer service etiquette.
Student Teacher
Grindstone Elementary School
Berea
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials to meet students' individual needs.
- Collaborated with the teacher to analyze student learning processes and difficulties.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by posing open-ended questions during lessons.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure an orderly learning environment.
- Made special accommodations to integrate students with ADD and other learning disabilities.
- Served as mentor and role model for learners by demonstrating appropriate behavior.
Methods Student
Grindstone Elementary School
Berea
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Build trusted professional relationships with teachers using strong listening and engagement skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing environments while remaining focused on goals.
- Took notes to document lessons and solidify learning objectives.
Student Assistant Coach
Baldwin Wallace Women's Basketball Team
Berea
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with other coaches and staff to ensure the success of the team.
- Monitored athletes' use of equipment to verify safe and proper use.
- Modeled sports-like behavior by maintaining appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators.
- Traveled with team to away contests.
- Provided feedback on player performance during practice sessions to enhance their skill set.
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Ubuntu Athletics
Brunswick
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted with the development of individual and team goals for athletes.
- Cultivated relationships with teammates by demonstrating respect for all members.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION: MILD/MODERATE
Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, Ohio05.2024
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Persistence
- Goal setting
- Organizational acumen
- Systematic approach
- Effective communication
- Self-motivation
- Relationship building
- Resilience
- Student progress monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- IEP development
- Special education
- Collaborative teamwork
- Scheduling
- Teaching strategies
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Certification
• EdTPA
• Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Training
• Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center
• Special Education
• Foundations of Reading (Pending)
• Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Training
• Domestic Violence and Child Advocacy Center
• Special Education
• Foundations of Reading (Pending)
Additional Information
Second-time marathoner: Akron Marathon (09/01/23, 09/01/24), Candidate for Second & Seven Reading Foundations, Over 800 hours of observation and field experience
Volunteer Experience
- STUDENT ASSISTANT COACH, Baldwin Wallace Women's Basketball Team, Berea, Ohio, 09/01/20, 04/30/21, Collaborated with other coaches and staff to ensure the success of the team., Monitored athletes' use of equipment to verify safe and proper use., Modeled sports-like behavior by maintaining appropriate conduct towards players, officials and spectators., Traveled with team to away contests., Provided feedback on player performance during practice sessions to enhance their skill set.
- ASSISTANT VOLUNTEER COACH, Ubuntu Athletics, Brunswick, Ohio, 05/01/20, 08/31/20, Assisted with the development of individual and team goals for athletes., Cultivated relationships with teammates by demonstrating respect for all members.
Personal Information
Hobbies: Competitive CrossFit Athlete: First Place, Root 18 Friday Night Light CrossFit Open (02/01/24); First Place, Survival Games - Intermediate Division (07/01/24)., Former athlete in basketball, softball, and rugby, with strong teamwork and leadership skills., Passionate about nutrition, health, and wellness, with a focus on balanced living and fitness.
Timeline
Intervention Specialist
Albert Einstein Academy
06.2025 - Current
Student Teacher
Grindstone Elementary School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Methods Student
Grindstone Elementary School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Barista, Runner
Cool Beans Cafe
06.2021 - 08.2024
Student Assistant Coach
Baldwin Wallace Women's Basketball Team
09.2020 - 04.2021
Assistant Volunteer Coach
Ubuntu Athletics
05.2020 - 08.2020
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - EDUCATION: MILD/MODERATE
Baldwin Wallace University