Gracie Urquiaga
Henderson
Summary
Dynamic educator with experience at Doral Academy Cactus Location, skilled in lesson planning and communication. Successfully enhanced student engagement through innovative teaching strategies and differentiated instruction. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment, delivering feedback effectively, and integrating social-emotional learning to support student growth and achievement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher
Doral Academy Cactus Location
Las Vegas
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in assessing student progress through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Collaborated with experienced teachers to enhance teaching methods and practices.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student performance and behavior.
- Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.
Practicum Student
Hannah Marie Brown Elementary School
Henderson
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and lesson preparation.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with Nevada Academic Content Standards.
- Offered hands-on learning opportunities to build students' self-esteem and life skills.
- Developed a deeper understanding of teaching strategies and increased responsibility for student learning.
Teacher's Assistant
Explore Knowledge Academy
Henderson
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported classroom management by monitoring student behavior and engagement.
- Implemented technology tools to enhance student learning experiences.
- Prepared lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, and demonstrations to assist teachers in classroom preparation.
- Helped students master learning concepts through one-on-one and small group tutoring.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 8915405-2026
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School
Henderson, NV05-2022
Skills
- Communication
- Lesson planning
- Time Management
- Organizational
- Activity preparation
- Group and individual teaching
- Differentiated instruction
- Arts Integration
- Social-Emotional Learning Instruction
- Feedback delivery
Timeline
Student Teacher
Doral Academy Cactus Location
08.2025 - Current
Practicum Student
Hannah Marie Brown Elementary School
01.2025 - 05.2025
Teacher's Assistant
Explore Knowledge Academy
08.2023 - 05.2024
Bachelor's Degree - Elementary Education
University Of Nevada, Las Vegas
High School Diploma -
Foothill High School