Naeha Dean

Naeha Dean is a Partner at City Fund, where she works with local leaders across the country to expand access to high-quality public school options and improve student outcomes in urban communities. With a background in education leadership, policy, and nonprofit management, she brings deep expertise in school improvement, talent development, and strategic investments that drive meaningful change in public education.

Prior to joining City Fund, Naeha served in senior leadership roles in Camden, New Jersey, including Chief of Staff at Camden City School District, where she played a key role in driving significant gains in student achievement and supporting the development of new, high-quality school facilities. She later founded Camden Education Fund, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening Camden’s school system by building talent pipelines, providing grant opportunities, celebrating outstanding educators, and advancing education policy.

Naeha began her career as a math teacher, an experience that continues to inform her approach to education policy and leadership.

She holds a bachelor’s degree from Yale University and a J.D. from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. Naeha lives in Philadelphia with her family.