Irene Vazquez

Irene Vazquez has been teaching Spanish in Bank Street College of Education's Upper School since 2005. She holds a BA in Hispanic Languages & Literature and Political Science from Stony Brook University. Her teaching emphasizes cultural exploration through language, informed by her international living and travel experiences. Beyond academics, she volunteers for a cat rescue and enjoys gardening and reading.

• Affiliations: Bank Street College of Education, Upper School Spanish Department
• Key Roles: Spanish Language Instructor, Cultural Pedagogy Advocate

Her research interests focus on sociolinguistic applications in education, bridging language mastery with cultural competency. She integrates real-world cultural contexts into curricula to foster global awareness among students.

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Professional Background: 18+ years of Spanish language instruction in upper school settings. No lab or team affiliations specified.