Coming from the culturally rich and diverse Brazil, Cayo brings his passion for education and travel to Putney Student Travel, where he directed the Middle School Service Costa Rica program in 2022 and 2023. With extensive experience as an educator in international schools, Cayo recently shifted to mentoring fellow educators on interdisciplinary projects, blending innovation and collaboration in teaching. He holds a master’s degree in social history from the University of São Paulo and taught Portuguese and Brazilian culture during an exchange program at Virginia Commonwealth University. Cayo has also led student programs in Canada, New York City, Hawaii, and Bolivia, and explored Europe’s rich history in cities like Paris, Berlin, Prague, and Vienna. Fluent in English and Portuguese, with an intermediate level of Spanish, he thrives in cross-cultural settings. An avid reader, movie lover, camper, and traveler, Cayo infuses his passions into every program he leads, creating meaningful and memorable experiences.