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Jonathan Zabala

Associate Consultant

Jonathan is an Associate Consultant at Education First, bringing over six years of dynamic, equity-focused district-level and think tank experience. Known for policy analysis and data-informed problem solving, Jonathan specializes in K-12 education policy research, school and district improvement and program evaluation.

Jonathan brings extensive expertise from his time at the policy-focused think tank, The Century Foundation, where he helped conduct a nationwide analysis of enrollment patterns and policies shaping the expansion of dual language immersion programs. A champion for evidence-based policymaking, he has a proven track record of translating research into actionable insights for education systems and policymakers.

Driven by a desire to align his research background with a deeper purpose, Jonathan’’s work is deeply connected to the mission and vision of Education First, where he leverages his analytical mindset to deliver exceptional results and support student and educator communities.

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