Maria Litos

Maria Litos has a diverse work experience in the field of education. Maria is currently serving as the Director of Special Education (6-9) at Challenge Charter Schools since July 2020. Prior to this, Maria worked as an ELA Teacher at District 11, Pelham Academy. Maria has also held the position of Per-Diem Substitute at Westbury Union Free School District, Herricks Union Free School District, East Meadow School District, Mineola UFSD, Locust Valley Central School District, and East Williston. Maria has also worked as an ELA Teacher at NYC Department of Education, where they taught 6th grade ELA aligned to the Common Core Curriculum, including students with disabilities and ELLs. Additionally, they briefly served as an English/Social Studies Teacher at Jamaica Day School of St. Demetrios in 2011. Overall, Maria's work experience showcases their dedication and versatility in the field of education.

Maria Litos has an extensive education history. Maria earned a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Queens College, which they pursued from 2000 to 2004. Prior to that, they attended the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University from 1990 to 1991, where they completed a Master of Science degree along with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and English. Maria's undergraduate studies were completed at New York University from 1986 to 1990, where they obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Journalism. Additionally, Maria has a certification in English 7-12 from the New York State Department of Education, although the specific dates of obtaining this certification are not provided. Maria also has some experience at Adelphi University, though no details regarding this educational experience are given.