Richard Hattal is an experienced teacher with over 3 years of classroom experience teaching grades K-6. He has excellent communication and relationship building skills. Mr. Hattal is dedicated to creating a meaningful, independent and productive learning environment for students. He has additional experience in curriculum design, cooperative learning, classroom management and other areas. Mr. Hattal has a Bachelor's degree in Education and 24 credit hours towards an Associate's in Early Childhood Education. He also has over 22 years of experience in the Air Force, retiring at the rank of Master Sergeant.
1. Richard Hattal
5228 Thunder Lane
Patrick AFB, FL, 32925
E-mail: hattal@att.net
Home: (321) – 784-8264
Cell: (321) – 795-1832
Enthusiastic teacher with superb communication skills; easily cultivates trusting and
productive relationships with students, parents, other teachers and administration. A
dedicated educator that is committed to creating a classroom atmosphere that is
meaningful, independent and productive for all students. Presents information in a wide
variety of ways, emphasizing the relevance of classroom material to the classroom with
additional capabilities in:
Curriculum Design
Cooperative Learning
Classroom Management
Content Standards
Performance Standards
Response to Intervention (RTI)
Individualized Instruction
Student Motivation
Guided Reading
Evaluation Measures
HIGHLIGHTS
Guest Speaker at Southern Regional Education Board’s College and
Career Readiness Seminar
Developed modules in support of the National Civics Project, recognized
for outstanding contributions by the National Literacy Project.
Selected to develop Brevard County Schools Priority Scales.
Florida Teaching Certificate (Elementary Education K - 6)
Bachelor of Arts in Education, graduated Magna Cum Laude (3.85 GPA)
Over 3 years of classroom experience in grades K - 6
Retired Air Force Master Sergeant (22 years active duty)
Knowledge of IEPs
EDUCATION
Ashford University Jan 2009 – Jan 2013
Bachelor of Arts
Social Science with Education Concentration (Minor in History)
Graduated Magna Cum Laude (3.85 GPA)
Brevard Community College Jan 2013 - Aug 2013
Associate of Arts
Early Childhood Education
2. Completed 24 semester hours with 4.0 GPA
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Merit Award for outstanding participation in District Video Taped
Improvement Program.
Air Force Achievement Medal (1987, 1990, 1993)
Air Force Commendation Medal (1997, 1999, 2002, 2006)
Instructor for Junior Achievement Grades K - 6 (2013)
Over 300 Hours of classroom experience in grades K - 8 including Special
Education.
EXPERIENCE
Teacher (Brevard County Schools) Aug 2012 - Present
Rated as highly effective, teaching 4th
and 6th
grade students at R. L. Stevenson
Elementary School, the 3rd
ranked Elementary School in Florida.
Substitute Teacher (Brevard County Schools) Aug 2012 – May 2013
Managed classrooms of 10 to 22 students during the absence of assigned teachers.
Closely followed lesson plans and instructions provided by teachers. Set and
communicated ground rules for the classroom based on respect and personal
responsibility. Reliable and dependable; services were frequently requested.
Site Manager (Government Contract) Jun 2007 – Aug 2013
Designed, implemented, and managed numerous training programs; conducted
seminars and briefing sessions. Developed, initiated, and evaluated new
procedures, policies, and internal controls; assessed and resolved complex
operational problems.
Master Sargent (E-7) United States Air Force Nov 1984 – Jan 2006
Proven leader with over 22 years of progressively successful experience in
administrative and management positions. Developed strong organizational and
people skills. Performed extensive technical in-service training with emphasis
on administrative functions, human resources management and Equal
Opportunity Programs.