Juana Zargon serves as the Fund Development Manager for JPEF. Juana was born in Argentina but raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She moved to Jacksonville in 2016 to attend the University of North Florida. Before joining JPEF, Juana made a significant impact as an Exceptional Student Education Teacher, where her dedication and excellence were recognized by her being named a Top 15 Semifinalist for the Duval County Public Schools (DCPS) Teacher of the Year. During her time as a teacher, she also demonstrated exceptional fundraising abilities, successfully securing resources and support for her students and programs.
Juana holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of North Florida (UNF) and completed the Educator Preparation Program at Florida State College at Jacksonville (FSCJ). She is currently working on obtaining the Non-Profit Management Graduate Certificate from UNF. Her diverse educational background and hands-on experience in both teaching and fundraising equip her with a well-rounded perspective and a deep understanding of the needs and challenges within the educational sector.
In her free time, Juana enjoys reading, spending time with her dog outdoors, and traveling.