About
Staff
David Scanga, Ed.D.
Director and Endowed Chair of Education Innovation
Email: scanga@usf.edu
Dr. David Scanga is the Director and Endowed Chair of Education Innovation of the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching. He holds a doctorate (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the 杏吧性世界 and a Master of Arts in School Psychology from the University of Indiana in Pennsylvania. He has served in diverse roles, including student services, both school and district administration, and taught various university courses in educational leadership. Over his career, he has worked in rural and urban education settings in the United States and internationally. Dr. Scanga has presented at numerous state and national conferences on topics related to inclusionary practices, strengths-based leadership, and ways to support school principals.
Dr. Scanga鈥檚 passion for learning aligns with the mission of advancing the teaching profession of the David C. Anchin Center. A continuous search for a new spirit of teaching and learning is needed to prepare educators to equip students for a rapidly changing world. Both systems and networking thinking are dominant themes in his research. Today鈥檚 educational organizations must be flexible, responsive, and networked. Robust organizations are affiliated organizations that enable adaptation to the changing dynamics of a globalized world.
The core beliefs of the David C. Anchin Center are focused on providing all students access to excellent teachers and rich educational experiences. This is accomplished through ongoing professional development that enhances the skills and abilities of teachers, so students are provided with an equitable learning opportunity to learn and succeed.
Rachel Hatten, Ph.D.
Associate Director
Director of Professional Learning
Email: rachelhatten@usf.edu
Dr. Rachel Hatten is the Associate Director in the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching. She holds a Ph.D. in Critical Literacy and English Education and a Master of Arts in Literacy Education, both from the University of Minnesota. Her research focuses on sociocultural theory and detracking efforts in privileged classroom spaces. As a practicing teacher, Dr. Hatten has presented at national and international conferences and led numerous professional development workshops related to her work in literacy, equity, and best practices in instruction.
Prior to joining the Anchin Center, Dr. Hatten led literacy curriculum, instruction, and assessment for Pasco County Schools as the Senior Instructional Specialist for Literacy. In this role, she was responsible for writing and delivering professional development to teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators related to best practices in literacy instruction and intervention. She also wrote curriculum, made recommendations to the Superintendent鈥檚 Senior Staff, and made plans for literacy development in response to district- and school-wide data systems. Dr. Hatten is also a former Literacy Coach, Racial Equity Coach, and high school English teacher, roles she served in for thirteen years in Minnesota prior to moving to Florida.
Dr. Hatten believes deeply in the transformative power of professional learning to elevate instructional practice and improve outcomes for students鈥攏ot only in terms of academic achievement, but also in their holistic well-being. She sees education as a conduit for life opportunities, human rights, and justice, and advocates for every student鈥檚 right to excellent teachers and rich, engaging educational experiences. At the Anchin Center, she values the Center鈥檚 role as a bridge between theory and practice, where research-informed strategies are brought to life in classrooms. She is continually inspired by the capacity of educators to effect meaningful change and is committed to supporting their growth in service of opportunity and excellence for all learners.
Jessica Beagle
Assistant Director of Professional Learning
Email: jbeagle@usf.edu
Ms. Jessica Beagle is the Assistant Director of Professional Learning in the David C. Anchin Center for the Advancement of Teaching. Ms. Beagle brings over 18 years of experience in public education to the Anchin Center. She holds a degree in elementary education and has worked as an elementary school teacher, a middle school mathematics teacher, department chair, and most recently as an instructional coach supporting multiple content areas across grade levels.
As an instructional coach, Ms. Beagle was responsible for developing and delivering professional learning opportunities for teachers, facilitating professional learning communities and planning teams, and analyzing and interpreting data for the school leadership team. In addition to her teaching and coaching roles, Ms. Beagle has worked as a facilitator and reviewer for EdReports.org, particularly in reviewing mathematics curriculum materials.
Ms. Beagle works to support professional learning and programming in the Anchin Center.
Xiomara Enamorado (Zee)
Senior Financial Operations Manager
Email: xenamorado@usf.edu
Ms. Xiomara 鈥淶ee鈥� Enamorado serves as the Senior Financial Operations Manager in the College of Education. In this role, she oversees all aspects of budget and finance for the Anchin Center as well as six additional centers and institutes within the College. She holds a degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. Before joining the College of Education, she worked in the College of Arts and Sciences at USF, where she provided financial and administrative support to departments, centers, institutes, and community partners.
Prior to her service at USF, Zee worked with Pasco County Schools as a Buyer, where she excelled in budget management, vendor relations, and compliance. Beyond her financial expertise, she also mentored secondary students facing behavioral challenges, supporting both their academic progress and personal growth. Earlier in her career, she served as an Office Manager, leading a team of 40 associates while facilitating support services and advocating for low-income families.
With a strong commitment to education and a genuine dedication to improving the lives of others, Zee embodies the mission of the College of Education. She continues to make a lasting impact by combining financial expertise with care, compassion, and service.
student worker
Faith Fussell
Class of 2026
faithfussell@usf.edu
Faith Fussell has joined the David C. Anchin Center as a Social Work major at the 杏吧性世界. In her role, Faith is responsible for managing distribution lists, supporting event coordination, overseeing social media, and providing additional assistance as needed.
Prior to her current position, she gained valuable experience as a volunteer at Double Branch Elementary, where she performed various clerical tasks including answering phones, assisting parents with academic inquiries, and managing files. Outside of her professional pursuits, Faith is passionate about singing, dancing, and writing. She aspires to become a licensed clinical social worker and pursue a career as a therapist.