Olivia Lutwak
About Olivia Lutwak
Olivia Lutwak is a Research Analyst at Mathematica, specializing in K-12 education policy research. She has a background in teaching and educational policy, having previously worked as a literacy chair and teacher at KIPP Ascend Charter School and as a Corps Member with Teach For America.
Work at Mathematica
Olivia Lutwak has been employed at Mathematica as a Research Analyst since 2022. In this role, she focuses on K-12 education policy research, contributing to the development of evidence-based educational strategies. Her work involves analyzing data and evaluating educational programs, drawing on her extensive background in education and policy.
Previous Experience in Education
Before joining Mathematica, Olivia Lutwak worked at KIPP Ascend Charter School from 2019 to 2022. As the Lower School Literacy Chair and First Grade Teacher, she led initiatives aimed at improving literacy outcomes for first-grade students. Additionally, she served as a Corps Member for Teach For America from 2018 to 2020, where she gained valuable experience in teaching and educational leadership.
Internship Experience
Olivia Lutwak has held several internships that have contributed to her expertise in education policy. She interned at the U.S. Department of Education from 2017 to 2018, where she assisted in implementing the Every Student Succeeds Act. She also worked as a Digital Media Intern at U.S. PIRG in 2016, gaining experience in advocacy and public engagement.
Education and Expertise
Olivia Lutwak holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Cornell University, where she also minored in Policy Analysis & Management. She furthered her education by earning two Master of Arts degrees: one in Public Policy from the University of Chicago and another in Elementary Education and Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her work in education policy research.
Background in Writing and Communication
During her time at Cornell University, Olivia Lutwak was a Staff Writer for the Cornell Daily Sun from 2014 to 2018. This experience honed her writing and communication skills, which are essential in her current role as a Research Analyst, where clear and effective communication of research findings is critical.