Ron Augustin

Ron Augustin is the Deputy Executive Director of Project Ready, a social justice organization based in Newark, New Jersey.12 He joined Project Ready recently as the Managing Director of Organizing before taking on his current role.1

Professional Background

Ron Augustin brings extensive experience in education and community organizing to his position at Project Ready:

• Teach For America: Prior to joining Project Ready, Augustin worked at Teach For America for several years. He led the Alumni and Community Partnerships team, overseeing initiatives related to school leadership, teacher retention, and maximizing the impact of alumni of color.1

• New York City Department of Education: Augustin served in various roles during Chancellor Joel Klein's Children First reforms, including:

  • Associate Director of Community Affairs
  • Program Manager for Community Education Councils
  • Parent Support Office in central Brooklyn1

• New Leaders for New Schools: He worked as a recruitment director for this national non-profit that focuses on training and supporting urban public school principals.1

Role at Project Ready

As Deputy Executive Director at Project Ready, Ron Augustin's responsibilities include:

1. Developing and leading Project Ready's advocacy and community activation work in Newark, NJ.1
2. Serving as an advocate for education and social justice.1
3. Representing the organization in public forums, such as speaking about the importance of primary elections.2

Ron Augustin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management. His professional experience and dedication to education and social justice align closely with Project Ready's mission to empower New Jerseyans and close opportunity gaps within communities.