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Grace Gosenheimer

Pewaukee,WI

Summary

I am a joyful, compassionate and dedicated teacher pursuing lifelong learning through reflective practice. I infuse learning with joy and cultivate an authentic sense of wonder and awe in my teaching. At the core of my work, I build on the unique gifts of each student and cultivate a sense of belonging, responsibility and community within schools. I am deeply committed to the individual relationships that animate a classroom and promote collaboration, empathy and a strong work ethic. I lead by example, meeting students in the midst of their learning and teaching with a sense of genuine care and curiosity. I value a professional environment that promotes student excellence and shares the traits that drive my teaching.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Tutor

Kristin Isaac
Madison, WI
02.2026 - Current
  • Utilized knowledge of learners as individuals to create responsive and engaging math lessons at a third and fifth grade level.
  • Monitored student progress to assess the efficacy of lesson plans and tailored sessions accordingly.
  • Promoted a positive and joyful learning environment by cultivating meaningful student-teacher relationships.

Student Teacher, 3rd Grade

Lincoln Elementary School
Madison, WI
01.2026 - Current
  • Engaged regularly in deep reflection about math instruction through videos, peer conversation and analysis of others' practice in collaboration with a UW research study on responsive math instruction strategies.
  • Planned and facilitated cognitively-guided math, reading and social studies lessons.
  • Coordinated and led small group "book clubs" to support reading development for students with diverse reading levels.
  • Fostered a safe, collaborative and joyful learning environment while implementing engaging, student-centered lesson plans to support students' social emotional and academic needs.
  • Collaborated with program coordinator, supervisors and student teacher peers during weekly seminar to advance professional development.

Teaching Intern, 5th Grade DLI

Lincoln Elementary School
Madison, WI
09.2025 - 12.2025
  • Engaged regularly in deep reflection about math instruction through videos, peer conversation and analysis of others' practice in collaboration with a UW research study on responsive math instruction strategies.
  • Planned and facilitated responsive, student-centered whole and small group instruction in major subject areas while differentiating to support learners of all language abilities.
  • Regularly collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and deliver responsive, high-quality instructional strategies.
  • Organized math instruction in collaboration with new research-based recommendations to enhance student participation, encourage collaborative problem solving strategies and support critical thinking.

Teaching Intern, 1st Grade

Midvale Elementary School
Madison, WI
01.2025 - 04.2025
  • Implemented classroom behavior strategies to promote a respectful and joyful learning environment.
  • Created adaptive and flexible lesson plans and learning interventions to support diverse styles of learning and student needs.
  • Fostered supportive and uplifting relationships with all students, providing intentional, strength-based support and academic challenges.
  • Reflected regularly with supervisor and cooperating teacher on teaching practice in order to enhance strategies.

Teaching Assistant, Kindergarten

St. Charles Catholic School
Hartland, WI
08.2024 - 06.2025
  • Prepared instructional materials, classroom activities and classroom resources to assist full-time and substitute teachers.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students during lessons, fostering a positive learning environment through authentic and affirming student relationships.
  • Attended to the social-emotional and academic needs of students to promote a safe, engaging and joyful learning environment.
  • Provided supervision during recess and transitions to ensure safety and engagement.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Minor in Early Childhood

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI
05-2026

Certification

Educational Policy Certification - University of Wisconsin-Madison

Timeline

Private Tutor

Kristin Isaac
02.2026 - Current

Student Teacher, 3rd Grade

Lincoln Elementary School
01.2026 - Current

Teaching Intern, 5th Grade DLI

Lincoln Elementary School
09.2025 - 12.2025

Teaching Intern, 1st Grade

Midvale Elementary School
01.2025 - 04.2025

Teaching Assistant, Kindergarten

St. Charles Catholic School
08.2024 - 06.2025

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education, Minor in Early Childhood

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Grace Gosenheimer