Shira K. Haderlein
About Shira K. Haderlein
Shira K. Haderlein is a researcher at Mathematica, focusing on the impact of policies on educational outcomes for underserved students. She has a diverse background in education, having worked as a physics teacher and held various research positions, including a postdoctoral role at the University of Southern California.
Work at Mathematica
Shira K. Haderlein has been employed as a Researcher at Mathematica since 2021. In this role, she focuses on analyzing the impact of policies on educational outcomes, particularly for underserved students. Her research aims to contribute to the understanding of how various educational policies affect these communities, ultimately seeking to improve their educational experiences and outcomes.
Previous Experience at University of Southern California
Prior to her current position, Haderlein worked at the University of Southern California (USC) in various capacities. From 2018 to 2020, she served as a PhD Candidate and Research Assistant, where she engaged in research related to urban education policy. Additionally, she was a Postdoctoral Researcher at USC for 11 months in 2020-2021, further developing her expertise in educational research.
Teaching Experience in NYC
Shira K. Haderlein has a background in teaching, having worked as a Physics Teacher with NYC Teaching Fellows from 2011 to 2016. During this five-year period, she taught at the Community Health Academy of the Heights in New York City, gaining valuable experience in educational practices and student engagement.
Educational Background
Haderlein holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Urban Education Policy from the University of Southern California, which she completed between 2016 and 2020. She also earned a Master's degree in Public Policy from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy from 2016 to 2019. Earlier, she obtained a Master's in Secondary Education- Science from Pace University (2011-2013) and a Bachelor of Arts in Physics and English from Oberlin College (2007-2011).
Research Expertise
Shira K. Haderlein specializes in analyzing the role of federal, state, and local policies in education. Her research contributions focus on improving educational outcomes for underserved communities, reflecting her commitment to addressing educational disparities and enhancing policy effectiveness in the educational sector.