Vicky Giouroukakis

Vicky Giouroukakis is a Full Professor in the School of Education and Human Services at Molloy College, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Literacy, English Education, and TESOL. She previously taught English and ESL at a Queens high school and adult education programs. Her research focuses on English methods, instructional strategies, curriculum design, adolescent literacy, and diversity in education.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in English/American Literature and Psychology, New York University (1991–1994)
• Master of Arts in English Education, Columbia University Teacher's College (1995–1996)
• Master of Science in TESOL and PhD in Education with Literacy specialization, University of Pennsylvania (1996–2001)
• Certificate in School Administration and Supervision, CUNY Queens College (2002–2004)

Her research interests emphasize culturally responsive teaching, intercultural competence development, and literacy practices across disciplines. She has co-authored influential texts like *Back to the Basics of Teaching* (2020) and contributed to publications on multicultural education and co-teaching models.

Giouroukakis has held leadership roles including Coordinator of ELA Institutes and serves on boards such as St. Agnes Academic High School and New York State English Council. Her work bridges classroom practice with systemic educational equity initiatives.