Gil Garza

Gil Garza is a dedicated education professional with extensive experience in research and participant operations within the Teach For America organization and various educational institutions. Currently serving as a Research Assistant at both Educo Research and the University of Houston since January 2024, Gil also holds multiple managerial roles at Teach For America, focusing on matriculation and alumni engagement in the Rio Grande Valley. Notable achievements include achieving a 92% confirmation rate for accepted applicants, significantly above the national average, and optimizing onboarding processes for new corps members. Gil's teaching experience includes roles as a high school science teacher and physics and robotics instructor, with a strong emphasis on project-based learning and social-emotional development. Gil holds a Master’s of Education in Higher Education & Leadership from the University of Houston and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Additionally, Gil participated in the Harvard Kennedy School's Latino Leadership Initiative.