Welcome to New Staff

Learning Specialist Disability Inclusion - Mary Karlos

Hello, my name is Mary Karlos and I will be the Disability Inclusion Learning Specialist at Brinbeal Secondary College, starting 2024. 

I have been teaching with the Department coming up to 7 years now. I have spent the last 2 years teaching Psychology and I have a background in teaching English and Humanities to middle years. 

I am passionate about teaching and supporting students in finding their passions and engaging with every lesson, ensuring that the diverse needs of all students are met. 

 

I look forward to meeting all of the new faces that will be starting with Brinbeal next year.

English Humanities Teacher - Amelia Amuso

Hi my name is Amelia and I’m excited to be a foundation member of the Brinbeal Secondary College community! 

 

I’ve been teaching English and Humanities in Tarneit for seven years and I’m committed to creating enriching learning opportunities for this community. 

Most of my spare time is enjoyed with family. I enjoy reading, taking time out in nature and taking my cheeky one year old Dalmatian for walks on the weekends. I’m always on the hunt for new books to read and bookstores 

to check out!

 

I’m really looking forward to meeting the Brinbeal Secondary College community next year

English Humanities Teacher - Mary Lilo

Hello, Kia Ora and welcome! My name is Mary, and I am so excited to be a foundation teacher at Brinbeal Secondary College.

 

I teach English and Humanities and believe in transforming subjects into thrilling adventures that kindle a lifelong love for learning.

Beyond the classroom, I enjoy staying active or getting lost in a good book/TV series. 

 

Music is my ultimate go-to, and I’m always up for a spontaneous dance-off. I look forward to meeting you all! 

Visual Arts Teacher - Fay Paleologoudias

Greetings! My name is Fay Paleologoudias and I am so looking forward to being a foundation Visual Arts teacher at our wonderful new school. 

I am passionate about the Arts and have been teaching Visual Arts for over 30 years in a range of educational settings. 

 

Leadership roles that I have undertaken include Student Engagement & Welfare Leader, Teaching & Learning Coach and Learning Specialist for the Arts Key Learning Area. My life long goal has always been to enrich the lives of others through engagement in the Arts. I love drawing, painting, printmaking, textiles and sculpture. 

I'm so excited to contribute to the establishment of an amazing Art Department where students can explore a wide range of art forms, art styles and cultural experiences. 

Can’t wait to meet you – see you in 2024!

Visual Arts Teacher - Fiona Zhou

Hello, my name is Fiona Zhou and I’m so excited to join Brinbeal Secondary College as a Visual Arts & Design teacher!

I graduated from the University of Melbourne with a double degree in Graphic Design and Environmental Design, which has given me a unique perspective on the intersection of creativity and sustainability. 

 

I believe in the power of ‘Art as Storytelling’. And my favourite sport is badminton!  Can’t wait to meet you all!"