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Paula Gifford

St. George,Utah

Summary

Experienced with creating comprehensive lesson plans tailored to diverse student needs. Utilizes variety of teaching methodologies to enhance student engagement and understanding. Knowledge of effectively managing classroom dynamics to foster productive learning atmosphere.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Washington Fields
St. George, Utah
08.2023 - Current
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Educational Foundation Grant Winner
  • Data Analysis - RISE
  • 2024 - 2025
  • 72% Proficient and 81% MGP
  • 2023 - 2024
  • 62% Proficient 73% MGP

MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Pine View Middle School
St. George, Utah
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • English Teacher, tutor, Leadership/Hope Squad Advisor
  • Data Analysis - RISE
  • 80% Growth, 8/10 Overall Writing Score
  • Donors Choose Grant Winner
  • Educational Foundation Grant Winner

Education

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership

Walden University
Baltimore, Maryland
01.2010

B.S. - Elementary Education

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah
01.1989

A.S. - Social Sciences

Dixie Jr. College
St. George, Utah
01.1987

Skills

  • Student motivation
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Data analysis
  • Classroom management
  • Test preparation
  • Technology integration
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Creative and expository writing

Certification

  • Utah Professional Elementary License, 2021 - 2031
  • Utah Certificates, ESL, Leadership, Technology
  • Utah Secondary English, 2025 - 2031

Training

  • RISE ELA Passage Content Review Workshop, 12/01/25
  • RISE ELA Grader Writer Workshop, 07/01/25
  • RISE ELA Passage Content Review Workshop, 02/01/26

Timeline

INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Washington Fields
08.2023 - Current

MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGLISH TEACHER

Pine View Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2023

M.Ed. - Educational Leadership

Walden University

B.S. - Elementary Education

Southern Utah University

A.S. - Social Sciences

Dixie Jr. College
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