Deborah Napoli

Deborah Napoli is an Assistant Professor in Education at the University of Richmond, where she serves as Director of Clinical Practice, Teacher Education. Her work focuses on bridging university and K-12 partnerships, field-based teacher education models, and instructional coaching to enhance teacher efficacy and student growth.

• Ed.D., University of California, San Diego - 2010 (Teaching and Learning)
• M.A.T., University of California, San Diego - 2006 (Teaching and Learning)
• M.A., San Jose State University - 2006 (Education Leadership)
• B.A., San Diego State University - 1997 (English)

Her research interests prioritize collaborative frameworks between higher education and schools, practical teacher training models, and evidence-based coaching strategies. These areas align with her role in developing clinical practice programs for educators.

Contact: dnapoli@richmond.edu | Phone: (804) 289-8430 | Office: 233 Special Programs Building