I am currently in the final year of my Master's degree in Contemporary Reporting at Hellenic Open University. I am passionate about journalism, research, and writing and eager to apply my knowledge in the field. I am an archaeologist and professor of Greek language and literacy with postgraduate studies in adult education. I have worked as an educational consultant and education manager with a demonstrated history of working for lifelong learning institutions. I am skilled in lecturing, facilitating learning, media, and communication, with a strong interest in museum education and action research in non-formal settings. I am passionate about analyzing and communicating complex information to diverse audiences, bridging the gap between research and public understanding.

Maria Ditsou

I am currently in the final year of my Master's degree in Contemporary Reporting at Hellenic Open University. I am passionate about journalism, research, and writing and eager to apply my knowledge in the field. I am an archaeologist and professor of Greek language and literacy with postgraduate studies in adult education. I have worked as an educational consultant and education manager with a demonstrated history of working for lifelong learning institutions. I am skilled in lecturing, facilitating learning, media, and communication, with a strong interest in museum education and action research in non-formal settings. I am passionate about analyzing and communicating complex information to diverse audiences, bridging the gap between research and public understanding.

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I am currently in the final year of my Master’s degree in Contemporary Reporting at Hellenic Open University. I am passionate about journalism, research, and writing and eager to apply my knowledge in the field. I am an archaeologist and professor of Greek language and literacy with postgraduate studies in adult education. I have worked as an educational consultant and education manager with a demonstrated history of working for lifelong learning institutions.

I am skilled in lecturing, facilitating learning, media, and communication, with a strong interest in museum education and action research in non-formal settings. I am passionate about analyzing and communicating complex information to diverse audiences, bridging the gap between research and public understanding.

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Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Archaeologist at IZ Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities (Greek Ministry of Culture)
December 31, 2002 - July 25, 2025
Conducted field research, excavation, and prepared reports on excavation and artifacts.
Teacher of Greek language and history at Moudania High School and Kassandra General Secondary School
June 30, 2024 - July 25, 2025
Teaching Greek language and history.
Teacher of Greek language, literature and history at Aridaia General Secondary School
June 30, 2023 - July 25, 2025
Teaching Greek language, literature and history.
Teacher of Greek language for refugee children at Igoumenitsa General Secondary School
June 30, 2022 - July 25, 2025
Teaching Greek language to refugee children.
Teacher of modern and ancient Greek language and literature at Edessa Municipal social classes school
October 25, 2021 - July 25, 2025
Giving private lessons for secondary education students using online technology.
Education, Development and Quality Assurance Manager at Inedivim (Youth and Lifelong Learning Foundation)
February 29, 2016 - July 25, 2025
Managed education development and quality assurance.
Education Manager at Edessa Municipal Centre of Lifelong Learning
February 25, 2015 - July 25, 2025
Organized adult educational programs, explored adult educational needs, consulted applicants and educators, evaluated programs, and promoted the Centre’s work in local press and social media.
Education Manager at Almopia Municipal Centre of Lifelong Learning
June 30, 2011 - July 25, 2025
Developed educational programs, organized adult learning activities, worked with local associations and promoted education via social media.
Educator of Greek Language and Literacy at NELE and Second Chance High School
December 31, 2015 - July 25, 2025
Teaching Greek language and literacy to immigrants, refugees, and adults over multiple years.
English Teacher at IEK Edessa
December 31, 2011 - July 25, 2025
Taught English grammar and terminology for cooking school students (chefs).
Lecturer at Professional Training and Social Exclusion Programmes at KEK Hridanos
December 31, 2000 - July 25, 2025
Delivered lectures on history of mosaics, language assessment, traditional architecture, and icon aesthetics for immigrants, refugees and people with special needs.
Archaeologist at IZ Ephorate of Prehistoric and Classical Antiquities (Greek Ministry of Culture)
December 31, 2002 - September 4, 2025
Field research, excavation, and reporting on excavation and artifacts between 1993 and 2002.
Teacher of Greek Modern and Ancient Language and Literature at Greek Ministry of Education
June 30, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Teaching Greek language, literature and history in various secondary schools including Moudania High School, Kassandreia General Secondary School, Aridaia General Secondary School, and Igoumenitsa General Secondary School. Included teaching refugee children and using online technology for private lessons.
Education, Development and Quality Assurance Manager at INEDIVIM (Youth and Lifelong Learning Foundation)
February 29, 2016 - September 4, 2025
Managed development and quality assurance activities focusing on adult education.
Education Manager at Edessa Municipal Centre of Lifelong Learning
February 25, 2015 - September 4, 2025
Organized adult educational programmes, explored educational needs, consulted applicants and educators, evaluated programmes, promoted the centre’s work via local press and social media.
Head of Education at Adult Education Centre of Pella Region (Institute of Adult Continuing Education)
June 30, 2011 - September 4, 2025
Developed approximately 500 educational programs in various fields and organized/supervised programs for socially vulnerable groups. Managed educational needs and applications across the Pella region and cooperated with educators and local associations.
Educator of Greek Language and Literacy at Various institutions including NELE and Second Chance High School
December 31, 2015 - September 4, 2025
Teaching Greek language and literacy to immigrants, refugees, adults and secondary education students, accumulating 1,332 teaching hours from 1991 to 2015.
English Teacher at IEK Edessa
December 31, 2011 - September 4, 2025
Taught English grammar and terminology to culinary students.
Lecturer at Professional Training and Social Exclusion Programmes at KEK Hridenos
December 31, 2000 - September 4, 2025
Delivered 88 hours of lectures on topics including History of Mosaics, Language Assessment, Traditional Architecture, Icon History and Aesthetics for immigrants, refugees, and people with special needs (1999-2000).

Education

Bachelor's Degree at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
November 1, 1990 - November 1, 1990
Master's Degree at Hellenic Open University
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Bachelor in Archaeology at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
January 1, 1990 - September 4, 2025
Postgraduate studies in Adult Education at Hellenic Open University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008
Master's degree in Contemporary Reporting at Hellenic Open University
January 1, 2022 - September 4, 2025

Qualifications

Women Back to Work Program
November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Thematic Tourism Business Executive (i-Cert Certification)
November 16, 2023 - November 16, 2023
Student Support Practices within Differentiated Instruction
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Journalists’ Safety by European Federation of Journalists
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Environmental Education
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Education through Art
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
Special Education, University of Patra
January 1, 1990 - December 31, 1990
Thematic Tourism Business Executive
November 16, 2023 - September 4, 2025
Training in Student Support Practices within Differentiated Instruction
January 1, 2024 - September 4, 2025
Journalists' Safety by European Federation of Journalists
January 1, 2023 - September 4, 2025
Environmental Education (150 hours)
January 1, 2023 - September 4, 2025
Education through Art (50 hours)
January 1, 2014 - September 4, 2025
Special Education (400 hours)
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025
ECDL Progress Certificate
January 11, 2030 - September 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services