Jessica Castro

Jessica Castro is a Latina educator born and raised on the South Side of Chicago. She earned her degree in Urban Education from the University of Illinois at Chicago and is passionate about giving back to her community through education, advocacy, and supporting students and families. Jessica has worked in a variety of school settings across the city, including Early Childhood, and is especially passionate about bilingual education. She is dedicated to creating an inclusive and empowering learning environment for all students. Outside of the classroom, Jessica enjoys exploring new coffee shops and traveling to new places.

BA Urban Education at University of Illinois at Chicago