Jordi Costa is a dedicated educator with a passion for teaching and learning. He was born and raised in Barcelona, Spain. He holds two Bachelor's degrees in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education with a minor in Physical Education from Blanquerna Ramon Llull University and a Master's degree in Educational Technology and Digital Competences from International University of La Rioja. Jordi's academic journey instilled in him a deep appreciation for the power of education in shaping young minds. In 2015-2016 he participated in a cross-cultural program in Minnesota as a Language Ambassador at Richfield Dual Language School. Then he returned to Spain and worked in an Elementary School for 5 years as a classroom teacher in third, fourth, fifth and sixth grade. Two years ago he decided to apply for a program called Visitor Teachers, a fact that allowed him to come to Minnesota again and to ISLA. This will be his third year teaching at ISLA in fifth grade and he is very proud to be part of a cultural exchange teaching program in the US. Beyond his academic pursuits, Jordi enjoys engaging his students through creative and interactive teaching methods. He believes in fostering a positive classroom environment that encourages open dialogue, critical thinking, and personal growth. Jordi’s goal is to inspire his students to become lifelong learners who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed in their future endeavors. In his free time, Jordi likes to stay active by hiking, running, playing soccer, and exploring new places and traveling. He also enjoys reading, cooking and spending time with his friends and family.