Becky Hatch Fiala

Becky Hatch Fiala serves as Assistant Professor and Field Placement Coordinator at Augustana University's Sharon Lust School of Education, where she has been faculty since 2002. She coordinates field experiences and student teaching placements while instructing courses in the Education department.

Educational background includes:

• M.A. in Educational Leadership (2002, Southwest State University)
• B.A. in Business Administration and Business Education (1983, Augustana College)
• B.A. in Elementary Education (1989, Augustana College)

Her research focuses on practical teacher training methodologies, with emphasis on K-12 field experience structures and school-district collaboration frameworks. As Field Placement Coordinator, she develops partnerships with Sioux Falls Public School District and other local education agencies to create immersive teaching practicums.

Professional narrative includes:

• Former middle school teacher (science, language arts, reading, mathematics) in Sioux Falls Public Schools
• Varsity and middle-level coaching experience
• Previous roles: Augustana College admission representative, U.S. Senator James Abdnor's director of operations, Citibank management intern