Laina Bucher
Whiting,IN
Summary
I’m a PLTW teacher with a strong background in technology and marketing, and I enjoy working closely with people to help them get the most out of the tools and programs they’re using. I’ve had experience training others, solving problems as they come up, and adjusting based on feedback and results. I’m interested in roles where I can support schools, build strong relationships, and help programs run successfully.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
K-8 PLTW Teacher
East Chicago Lighthouse Charter School
East Chicago, IN
07.2025 - Current
- Teach PLTW curriculum to K-8 students and adapt lessons based on student needs.
- Help students and staff troubleshoot technical and program-related issues.
- Work with school staff to support program goals and improve student engagement.
- Track student progress and adjust instruction based on performance.
- Manage day-to-day classroom responsibilities and balance multiple priorities.
Marketing Advisor
McColly Real Estate
Schererville, IN
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Train clients on how to use CRM and marketing tools through meetings and webinars.
- Handle communication with vendors to organize campaigns and manage advertising budgets.
- Track marketing performance and share insights to help improve results.
- Help organize internal systems to make communication and workflow more efficient.
- Manage social media and support planning for events and promotions.
Software Developer
Compassion International
Remote
05.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed and maintained a full-stack mobile application in an Agile SCRUM environment.
- Made an automated release script that connected GitLab to Microsoft Teams
- Led code reviews with team members to maintain quality of the codebase.
- Researched and presented user testing tools to stakeholders, highlighting insights to improve app performance and user experience.
IT Support Specialist
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided technical support to students and staff, resolving issues as they came up.
- Helped users understand systems and tools through one-on-one support and training.
- Managed multiple requests at once while staying organized and responsive.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Cairn University
Langhorne, PA12-2024
Skills
- Relationship building
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- CRM Tools
- Full Stack Coding
- Technical Support
- Cost-effective Budgeting
- Creative Problem Solving
- Marketing Analysis
- User-Centered Design
Timeline
K-8 PLTW Teacher
East Chicago Lighthouse Charter School
07.2025 - Current
Marketing Advisor
McColly Real Estate
01.2024 - 07.2024
IT Support Specialist
Cairn University
08.2022 - 12.2024
Software Developer
Compassion International
05.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Cairn University