John Jacobs

John Jacobs is a seasoned professional in educational equity and culturally responsive systems, currently serving as a Senior Technical Assistance Specialist at WestEd since July 2021. Previous roles include Equity Specialist at Bank Street College of Education, Educational Specialist for Fairfax County Public Schools, and Project Associate at NYU Steinhardt, focusing on disproportionality in education. Jacobs began a career in education as an Educational Coordinator at BronxWorks and a teacher in Rockingham County Public Schools. Academic credentials include a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership, Politics, and Advocacy from New York University and a Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Marshall University.