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Gracie Urquiaga

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 89154
05-2026

High School Diploma -

Foothill High School
Henderson, NV
05-2022

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
Gracie Urquiaga