Paula Gifford
Ivins,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
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intermediate School English Teacher
Washington Fields
08.2023 - Current
- English Teacher - Grade 7
- 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 -
- 2024 - 2025
72% Proficient and 81% MGP
- 2023 - 2024
62% Proficient 73% MGP
Middle School English Teacher
Pine View Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2023
- English Teacher, tutor, Leadership/Hope Squad Advisor
- Data Analysis - 80% Growth on RISE, 8/10 Overall Writing Score RISE
- Donors Choose Grant Winner
- Educational Foundation Grant Winner
Junior High ELAR Teacher
Whitney Junior High
01.2020 - 01.2021
- English Teacher
- UIL Coach
- Mentor Teacher
Education
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Walden University
Baltimore, Maryland01.2010
B.S. - Elementary Education
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, Utah01.1989
A.S. - Social Sciences
Dixie Jr. College
St. George, Utah01.1987
Skills
- Student motivation
- Problem-solving skills
- Student support
- Classroom management
- Test preparation
- Technology integration
- Teacher collaboration
- Creative and expository writing
Certification
- Utah Professional Elementary License 2021 - 2026
- Utah Certificates: ESL, Leadership, Technology
- Utah Secondary English 2025 - 2031
USBE RISE Workshops
RISE ELA Passage Content Review Workshop December 2025
RISE ELA Grader Writer Workshop July 2025
Timeline
Intermediate School English Teacher
Washington Fields
08.2023 - Current
Middle School English Teacher
Pine View Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2023
Junior High ELAR Teacher
Whitney Junior High
01.2020 - 01.2021
B.S. - Elementary Education
Southern Utah University
A.S. - Social Sciences
Dixie Jr. College
M.Ed. - Educational Leadership
Walden University