Maria Garcia

Maria Garcia, M. Ed, currently serves as a Veteran Commissioner for the City of Pico Rivera and as a Resource Specialist Program Teacher for El Rancho Unified School District, focusing on supporting students through IEP management and specialized instruction. With extensive experience as a Special Education Consultant and EMBRACE all abilities Catechist for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, Maria collaborates with educators to enhance learning environments for students with diverse needs. Additional roles include tutoring at Compass Educators and prior positions in special education, speech-language pathology assistance, and various support roles in educational settings. Maria holds multiple degrees from California State University, Los Angeles, including a Master of Arts in Special Education and an Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities.