Grace Culver
Crestwood
Summary
Ambitious educator and coach passionate about mentorship, leadership, and fostering growth in students and athletes. Skilled in organization, communication, and conflict resolution, with experience managing teams and supporting diverse learners. Committed to collaboration, strategic planning, and creating positive, inclusive learning and athletic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Club Volleyball Coach
Attack Volleyball
Homer Glen
01.2024 - Current
- Develop training programs tailored to individual player needs and goals.
- Assess player abilities and assigned positions according to individual strengths.
- Mentor players one-on-one on techniques to boost confidence.
- Organize team travel arrangements for tournaments.
- Assess player performance regularly to identify areas for improvement.
Varsity Volleyball Coach
Alan B. Shepard High School
Palos Heights
08.2022 - Current
- Analyze game footage to identify tactical adjustments for upcoming matches.
- Assist with duties such as recruiting new players, budgeting funds for equipment purchases, ordering uniforms and apparel.
- Monitor student-athletes' academic progress to ensure they were meeting eligibility standards set by the school district or athletic association.
- Foster a positive and inclusive team culture, promoting teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship among players.
- Coordinate pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Organize fundraisers to help cover equipment expenses and managed budget.
Paraprofessional
Alan B. Shepard High School
Palos Heights
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided one-on-one and small-group support for students with diverse learning needs.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare instructional materials and support learning activities.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance during classroom activities.
- Attended professional development workshops related to job responsibilities.
- Customized small group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Spanish
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, IL05-2027
Skills
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Team Management
- Special Education Support & IEP Implementation
- Classroom Behavior Management
- Scheduling & Time Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Lesson Planning
- Performance analysis
- Assistive technology
Certification
- Illinois High School Association Coaching Certification
- Safe Sport Sexual Misconduct Certification
- Crisis Prevention Certified
- Mandated Reporter
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certified
- Generative AI Certification for Educators
- Private Pilot License
References
Available upon request
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 01/24/01
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Alan B. Shepard High School
08.2024 - 05.2025
Club Volleyball Coach
Attack Volleyball
01.2024 - Current
Varsity Volleyball Coach
Alan B. Shepard High School
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Special Education, Spanish
Olivet Nazarene University