Amanda Trainor

Amanda Trainor is a seasoned research professional with extensive experience in educational evaluation and policy analysis. Currently serving as a Research Associate at RMC Research Corporation since June 2018, Amanda manages various research projects for state and federal education agencies, noted for forming collaborative partnerships and delivering actionable insights. Prior roles include Research Assistant at the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Research Coordinator for the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, where Amanda led statewide evaluations and advocated for policy changes. Amanda's educational background includes an Ed.M. in Policy, Planning and Administration from Boston University, as well as graduate coursework in program evaluation at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, and a BA in English from Northeastern University.