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Work History
Education
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Leadership Roles
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Paula Hutton

Wilmington,DE

Summary

Results-driven educator specializing in English Language Arts for grades K-5, recognized for developing engaging and standards-aligned curricula that enhance literacy and critical thinking skills. Proven ability to implement differentiated instruction tailored to diverse learning needs while fostering an inclusive and positive classroom environment. Skilled in building collaborative relationships among students, educators, and stakeholders to promote academic achievement and growth. Aiming to leverage expertise in curriculum design and instructional coaching to elevate elementary ELA programs.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Teacher, Fifth Grade

Wilson Elementary
Newark, DE
08.2022 - Current
  • ELA teacher in a departmentalized fifth grade.
  • Led student organization initiatives to foster collaborative engagement.
  • PBS Committee
  • Administrative intern with PPP.
  • Facilitated collaboration for effective teaching strategies.
  • Student teacher supervisor
  • Developed lesson plans that included a variety of instructional strategies to engage all learners.
  • Built relationships with students and guardians through active communication and positive feedback.
  • Assessed and monitored student progress, provided feedback, and adjusted instruction accordingly.
  • Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.
  • Assessed student learning through varied formative and summative assessments.

Teacher, Fifth Grade

Mount Pleasant Elementary
Wilmington, DE
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Odyssey of the Mind School Coordinator.
  • Taught accelerated literary programs to elementary school students by guiding heterogeneous, small-group instruction.
  • Improved delivery of instruction by analyzing and distilling test data to identify opportunities for intervention and enrichment.
  • Integrated character education into the curriculum to promote social and emotional learning.

Teacher, K-5

Brookside Elementary
Newark, DE
02.1998 - 06.2021
  • Taught kindergarten, multiage (1/2), third grade (8 years), fourth grade (4 years), and fifth grade (8 years) in inclusive classrooms with special education students.
  • Delivered educational after-school activities for groups of students to improve learning potential outside of classroom.
  • Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
  • Created customized grading rubrics powerful assessment tools.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance for struggling students to help them reach their educational goals.

Education

Principal Prep Program - Educational Administration Certification

University of Delaware
12.2025

Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction

Wilmington University
01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Delaware
01.1998

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment strategies
  • Science of Reading
  • Creative instruction style
  • Instructional design
  • Classroom management
  • Student engagement
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear public speaking skills

Leadership Roles

  • Administrative Intern, current
  • ELA Coach, current
  • Member of the Professional Development Committee and Steering Committee, 01/01/99 - 12/31/10
  • Team Leader, 01/01/05 - 12/31/19
  • Participated in various state committees, Scoring and benchmarking for DCAS and NGSS teacher leaders, Science Trainer for fourth and fifth-grade curriculum, ELA Content Chair, leading professional development workshops, Cooperating teacher for student teachers from the University of Delaware and practicum students from Wilmington University, New Teacher Mentor, Service project leader
  • PTO President at Brookside, Leading fundraising efforts, Organizing parent information and family fun events, Oversaw the school store operated by fifth graders two mornings a week, Managed the yearbook, Coordinated school pictures, Organized the PBS inflatables party, Planned the fifth-grade end-of-year celebration

Affiliations

  • Girl Scout Leader
  • Summer Camp Director
  • Coordinated large trips for my girl scout service unit
  • Managed the Girl Scout cookie booth season
  • PTO president
  • Odyssey of the Mind coach and judge
  • Parent volunteer coordinator for Little League

Timeline

Teacher, Fifth Grade

Wilson Elementary
08.2022 - Current

Teacher, Fifth Grade

Mount Pleasant Elementary
09.2021 - 06.2022

Teacher, K-5

Brookside Elementary
02.1998 - 06.2021

Principal Prep Program - Educational Administration Certification

University of Delaware

Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction

Wilmington University

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Delaware