Biography
Paula Temple has dedicated much of her life to helping students gain confidence in mathematics. She began teaching at Utah Tech (then Dixie College) in 1989, where she directed the Developmental Math Skills Program. That role allowed her to combine her mathematics background with her understanding of learning disabilities, strengthening her commitment to serving diverse learners. After earning tenure, she spent six years in the pharmaceutical industry before returning to higher education at Scottsdale Community College, where she helped launch a computer math lab and develop hybrid and online courses. Temple also worked as a small business owner before returning to Utah Tech, where her 20 years of teaching experience continue to fuel her dedication to student success.
Previous Teaching
Temple has taught mathematics at Utah Tech, Scottsdale Community College, and across the Maricopa Community College District. She has created innovative hybrid and online courses, collaborated on curriculum development, and directed student success initiatives throughout her career.
Experience
20 years of teaching experience.
Research & Interests
- Developmental mathematics
- Equity in mathematics education
- Learning disabilities in STEM
Presentations
- “So You Hate Math? Get Involved!” Washington County School District in-service
- “Math Anxiety” Re-entry Students and Public Schools
- “Learning Disabilities” Dixie College in-service training
- “Women in Mathematics” Dixie College Dean’s Council
- “Problem Solving” Dixie College Forum
- “Non-Traditional Career Choices” Professional Business Women Organization
- “Equity in the Educational Process” Expand Your Horizons Youth Organization
Conferences & Workshops
- “Hand Jiving and LiveScribing: Teaching a Hybrid Developmental Math Course,” ITC Webinar (2011)
- “Developmental Mathematics at SCC: Options and Opportunities for Students,” Student Success Conference (2010)
- “Using Structure and Technology to Facilitate Learning in Hybrid Math Courses,” Gateway Community College, Phoenix College (2010)
Awards & Honors
- Outstanding Faculty Award – Re-entry Students, Utah Tech University (1991)
- Science Division Faculty Award, Utah Tech University (1992)
- Promotion to Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Utah Tech University (1993)
- Tenure in Mathematics, Utah Tech University (1997)
- Finalist, Outstanding Teacher of the Year, Utah Tech University (1997, 1998)
- Tenure in Mathematics, Scottsdale Community College (2011)