Grace Schaefer
About Grace Schaefer
Grace Schaefer serves as the Head of Project Management at Bynder, where she utilizes her extensive background in strategy, project management, and communications to oversee complex projects. With previous roles in education and policy at the NYC Department of Education and the French Embassy, she has developed strong stakeholder collaboration skills and expertise in educational policy implementation.
Work at Bynder
Grace Schaefer has been with Bynder since 2016, initially serving as a Project Manager before advancing to the role of Head of Project Management in 2017. In her current position, she oversees project management operations, leveraging her extensive background in strategy and communications. Her role involves managing complex projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Schaefer's experience at Bynder highlights her ability to lead teams and drive project success in a dynamic environment.
Education and Expertise
Grace Schaefer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied Psychology, History, and French from 2004 to 2008. She also earned a Master of Science in Teaching from Pace University, completing her studies from 2010 to 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in project management and educational policy. Schaefer specializes in bridging high-level policy with practical implementation, demonstrating strong stakeholder collaboration skills.
Background
Prior to her tenure at Bynder, Grace Schaefer gained diverse experience in the education sector. She worked as a Special Education Teacher and later as a Director of Policy and Operations at the NYC Department of Education from 2010 to 2015. Additionally, she served as a Research Associate at the same department. Earlier in her career, she taught English at the French Embassy for ten months in 2008-2009 and was a Research Assistant at the University of Pennsylvania from 2005 to 2008.
Achievements
Grace Schaefer has successfully implemented a principal evaluation system across over 1,600 NYC schools, showcasing her expertise in large-scale project management and educational policy implementation. This initiative reflects her ability to manage complex projects and her commitment to improving educational outcomes. Her work demonstrates a strong understanding of the intersection between policy and practical application in educational settings.