Mentor Bio

Maria Mahalik M.Ed.

6th Grade Homeroom, Literature & Writing Mentor, Certified Reading Specialist

Maria Mahalik earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications/Theatre and Master of Education degree in Reading. Her certifications are Reading Specialist K-12, Elementary Education K-6 and Middle School Language Arts 6-8. Maria’s love for Theatre complements her teaching style as she naturally brings creativity into the classroom.  Along with her late husband, Gabe, she has produced, directed and performed in outdoor Passion Plays in PA and Florida Keys for over 10 years. She has also directed and performed in many children’s productions throughout her career. Her most memorable performances were “We Have a Dream - the Life of Martin Luther King, Jr.” and “Harriet Tubman,” providing stage opportunities for talented students from a low income school district. She is in her realm at her home church as she oversees the youth drama ministry, directing and writing scripts to make the Bible stories come alive. Maria resides in Delaware County and is blessed with 3 adult sons and 7 vivacious grandchildren. Her hobbies and interests include music, worship dance, writing, prayer walks, working out at the gym, real estate ventures, traveling south when it’s cold and best of all - enjoying time with family.

Contact: mmahalik@innovateacademy.com