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Our Team & Partners

Together, we thrive.

Meet Our Team

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Jessica George

Program Coordinator & Trainer

Jessica, born in Torreón, México, now in the U.S., is a multilingual mom passionate about early education, pursuing a career in teaching.

Alejandra Grijalva-Becerra

Deputy Director

Alejandra carries a deep belief in the knowledge, creativity, resilience, and power that comes from the people we work alongside every day.

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Ismael Hernandez

Community Program Specialist

Ismael, a first-gen UNM grad, with a passion in supporting communities growth and advocates for the future of children as well as childcare.

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Edward Irra

Operations Support Specialist

Edward, a first-gen Mexican-American, is passionate about leadership and community impact, now striving to foster change through PCA.

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Teresa Madrid

Executive Director

Teresa works to advance economic equity and early childhood education through advocacy, community-led programs and grassroots actions.

Reeve Mora

Community Program Coordinator

A longtime parent leader and advocate, she is dedicated to uplifting family and youth voices in policy and community change.

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Octavio Muñoz

Director of Operations

Octavio, PCA's Director of Operations has 10+ years in pathway programs and workforce development, fostering networks for equitable success.

Evelyn Ramos

Community Program Specialist

Evelyn Ramos, NM-certified health worker, excels in Human Services, fostering teamwork & accountability while aiding immigrant communities.

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Ruby Rodriguez

Administrative Assistant

Ruby's experience across various areas of local engagement including arts centered programming enables her to support our community.

Omar Torres

Communications Manager

Omar is committed to creating a positive impact on community health outcomes.

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Jaime J. Tovar

Operations Support Coordinator

Jaime, a first-gen student from Albuquerque, earned a bilingual seal, studies at CNM, and is driven by a passion for equal opportunities.

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Lizzet Vargas

Program Manager

Lizzet, PCA Program Manager and AP/OD trainer, advocates for children and communities, blending early education passion with experience.

Board of Directors

Meriah Heredia-Griego

Board Member

Carlos Lucero

Board Member

Sandy Martinez Pino

Board Member Emeritus

Bernadette Miera

Treasurer

Kristine Suozzi, Ph.D.

President

Amber Wallin

Board Member

Career Opportunities

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