Maria earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Puerto Rico with an emphasis in elementary education, and brings 15 years of experience to Shreiner Academy. Her other teaching experience comes from Colegio San Vicente de Paul (P.R.), Primrose School, and Garrett Middle School. She currently resides in Dallas, Georgia with her husband and toddler-aged son. She enjoys teaching, interior design, dancing, being creative, and writing poetry.