Natalie Hagler, PhD
About Natalie Hagler, PhD
Natalie Hagler, PhD, is a Research Associate at Operation HOPE, where she has worked since 2021. She has an extensive background in education and research, holding a PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida.
Work at Operation HOPE
Natalie Hagler has been serving as a Research Associate at Operation HOPE since 2021. In this role, she contributes to various research initiatives aimed at promoting economic empowerment and financial literacy. Her work supports the organization's mission to provide underserved communities with the tools and resources needed for financial independence.
Education and Expertise
Natalie Hagler holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida. She also earned a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from the same institution. Additionally, she has a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Florida. Hagler is certified as a Personal Trainer by the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and has also achieved certification in Fitness Nutrition from Exercise & Nutrition Works, Inc.
Professional Background
Natalie Hagler has a diverse professional background in education and research. She worked as a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Florida from 2014 to 2018. Prior to that, she served as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate at the University of Florida Lastinger Center from 2017 to 2020. Her teaching experience includes roles as an English Teacher at Flagler Palm Coast High School and as an Online Instructor at Florida Virtual School.
Previous Positions in Education
Hagler has held various educational positions throughout her career. She was a Reading Coach and English Department Chair at Matanzas High School for 11 months in 2005-2006. She also worked as an Instructional and Literacy Coach at the University of Florida Lastinger Center from 2014 to 2017. Her early teaching experience includes a role as a Teacher in the Monroe County School District from 1996 to 1997.