Grady Deacon
About Grady Deacon
Grady Deacon is a Research Analyst at Mathematica, with a diverse background in education policy and research. He has held various positions, including roles at Partners In Health, Teach For America, and the United States Senate.
Work at Mathematica
Grady Deacon has been employed at Mathematica as a Research Analyst since 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he has contributed to various research projects and initiatives within the organization. His role involves analyzing data and providing insights that inform policy decisions.
Previous Experience in Health and Education
Before joining Mathematica, Grady Deacon held several positions related to health and education. He worked as a Supervisor at Partners In Health for three months in 2020. Additionally, he served as a Campus Campaign Coordinator for Teach For America at Boston College from 2014 to 2015 and was a Corps Member with Teach For America in Houston, Texas, from 2015 to 2017.
Fellowship and Internships
Grady Deacon has participated in various fellowships and internships that enhanced his expertise. He was a Fellow at the Joint Center for Housing Studies from 2020 to 2021. His internship experience includes working with the United States Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions in 2017, and serving as a Fellow for the Ombudsman for Public Education with the DC Government in the same year.
Education and Expertise
Grady Deacon studied at Harvard Kennedy School from 2019 to 2021, where he focused on public policy. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Affairs from Boston College from 2011 to 2015. His educational background supports his work in research and policy analysis.
Roles at The College Board
At The College Board, Grady Deacon held multiple roles. He worked as a Graduate Level Public Policy Intern for three months in 2018 and later served as a Policy and Government Relations Specialist for one year until 2019. His work involved engaging with policy issues relevant to education.