Carolina Castillo

Carolina Castillo is an experienced educator and program manager, currently serving as the Academic Program Manager at EMERGE Fellowship since July 2022, where responsibilities include implementing curriculum for high school students and providing college access support. Previously, Carolina worked as a 1st Grade Teacher at Katy ISD and as a 3rd Grade ELA Teacher at BakerRipley, focusing on classroom management and curriculum delivery. Carolina's background includes teaching and tutoring at various educational levels, as well as roles in community service and advocacy with organizations like Teach For America and the Children's Defense Fund. Carolina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Child Development and Education, as well as a minor in Spanish and Latin American Studies from Washington & Jefferson College.