Deborah Hattery
Reading
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in budget management and curriculum development. Demonstrated leadership in enhancing student engagement and creating effective learning environments. Committed to student success through innovative teaching strategies and strong interpersonal skills. Proactive and adaptable with a strong work ethic and effective communication abilities.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, K-8
Reading Public Schools
Reading
03.2021 - Current
- Deliver classroom instruction aligned with established lesson plans.
- Collaborate with administration and faculty to ensure comprehensive support for student success.
- Engage students in discussions to stimulate interest, and enhance learning outcomes.
- Long-term substitute teacher for grades 1, 2, and 6.
COORDINATOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Grace Chapel
Wilmington
08.2011 - 08.2020
- Researched and developed curricula and teaching materials for diverse learning environments.
- Lectured and facilitated discussions in both large groups and smaller settings.
- Coordinated scheduling of conferences, meetings, and seminars to enhance program visibility.
- Promoted programs through newsletters, bulletins, and targeted mailings.
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER FOR ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
Boston
02.2009 - 01.2010
- Directed preparation of annual state budget requests to ensure alignment with fiscal goals.
- Provided technical assistance for cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation for Massachusetts colleges.
- Conducted cost-benefit analyses to evaluate operating programs and financial requests.
- Testified before granting authorities to clarify and advocate for proposed budgets.
- Developed policies aimed at enhancing student access to higher education programs.
- Managed budget allocations for higher education initiatives, ensuring adherence to fiscal responsibility.
LECTURER
Eastern Nazarene College
Quincy
09.2004 - 01.2005
- Delivered lectures on higher education policy, state government, and administration to graduate students.
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Prepared course materials including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
- Facilitated and moderated classroom discussions to promote student engagement.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR FISCAL POLICY
Massachusetts Board of Higher Education
Boston
07.1998 - 12.2004
- Developed training programs that boosted staff efficiency and service delivery.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to advance equity and access in state higher education programs.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions to align institutional goals with educational initiatives.
- Coordinated budget development to ensure adherence to fiscal guidelines.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Golden Key National Honor Society
Atlanta
07.1993 - 07.1997
- Worked with US and International College and University chapters of Golden Key National Honor Society in establishing and maintaining student membership and leadership on campus.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance leadership skills among student members.
- Coordinated events and initiatives to promote academic achievement and community service within the society.
- Collaborated with university administrators to support the integration of honor society initiatives on campus.
Education
Master's of Education - Administration, Planning and Social Policy
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
Cambridge, MA06.1998
Bachelor's of Science - Biology and Psychology
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA
Lincoln, NE12.1992
Skills
- Curriculum selection and structuring
- Program implementation
- Budget preparation and management
- Expenditure control analysis
- Technical fiscal assistance
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Content creation and discussion leadership
- Legislative budget interpretation
- Event scheduling and coordination
- Public program promotion
- Individual counseling
Affiliations
Reading Educaton Foundation, Board of Directors 2018-2025
Timeline
SUBSTITUTE TEACHER, K-8
Reading Public Schools
03.2021 - Current
COORDINATOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Grace Chapel
08.2011 - 08.2020
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER FOR ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
Massachusetts Department of Higher Education
02.2009 - 01.2010
LECTURER
Eastern Nazarene College
09.2004 - 01.2005
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR FISCAL POLICY
Massachusetts Board of Higher Education
07.1998 - 12.2004
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Golden Key National Honor Society
07.1993 - 07.1997
Master's of Education - Administration, Planning and Social Policy
HARVARD UNIVERSITY
Bachelor's of Science - Biology and Psychology
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA