Helen Stefanatos
Ormond,Australia
Summary
Graduate teacher with a strong foundation in clinical microbiology and applied learning, willing to foster problem-solving skills in students. I am passionate about guiding the next generation to become learned and responsible adults within the community.
Method Units:
- Biology
- Science
- Junior Mathematics and
- Modern Greek
- VCE Vocational Major
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Teacher
South Oakleigh College
2024.01 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Facilitated classroom activities to enhance student participation and learning outcomes.
- Assessed student performance through various evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement innovative teaching strategies and best practices.
- Integrated technology into lessons, enhancing student engagement and resource accessibility.
- Participated in professional development workshops to refine teaching methodologies and skills.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Research Support Officer
The Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity
2022.01 - 2022.12
- Technical support for research projects
- Manage and complete project on Molecular optimisation for COVID testing from RAT kits, for the Translational Diagnostic laboratory.
- Molecular extractions – viral and bacterial
- Perform Post Market Evaluation of SARS CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Tests for the Therapeutic Goods Association(TGA) of Australia - Secondment -> Reference Serum Laboratory (NRL)
- Laboratory maintenance
- Create, review and update Laboratory Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs)
- Bio banking of samples
Domestic Care Worker
Fronditha Care
2019.11 - 2021.01
- Support the needs of the elderly at home
- Advocate for the elderly
Client Coordinator
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
2018.01
- Manage and lead the Assessment of Clinical Laboratories for Compliance against standard : ISO 15189 (Human Pathology Testing ) and NPAAC requirements.
Senior Clinical Applications Specialist
BioMerieux Australia
2008.01 - 2018.01
- Bacteriology consultant for Australian subsidiary
- Identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing (ID/AST) specialist
- Technical support and trainer on diagnostic medical devices - AUS/NZ
English teacher
Salervis School of foreign languages (Athens, Greece)
2007.01 - 2008.01
- English teacher - students aged 14-18yrs
Medical Scientist
St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria
1994.01 - 2008.01
- Diagnostic laboratory testing and reporting in Microbiology
- Supervisor in Antimicrobials
- Allocate and review RCPA proficiency program in lab
- OHS representative
Medical Scientist
The Austin Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria
1993.01 - 1994.01
- Diagnostic laboratory testing and reporting in Microbiology
Medical Scientist
Dorevitch Private Pathology
1988.01 - 1992.01
- Diagnostic laboratory testing and reporting in Serology
Education
Master of Arts - Applied Learning And Teaching (Secondary)
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC2025-09
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Melbourne
1989-02
Certificate - Forensic Science
University of Swinburne
2004-03
Bachelor of Arts - Modern Greek
University of New England
1992-03
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
Affiliations
Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT)
August 2023- September 2025
- Registered Permission to Teach
September 2025 - July 2027
- Provisionally registered Teacher
Working with Children Check
- Expiry March 2028
Australian Society for Antimicrobials (ASA)
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Publications
- Inhibitory Activity of Antibacterial Mouthwashes and Antiseptic Substances against Neisseria gonorrhoeae. In: Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 2022 ; Vol. 66, No. 6.
- Analytical Sensitivity of Lateral Flow Devices against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron Subvariants BA.4, BA.5, and BA.2.75 In: J Clin Microbiol. 2022 Nov 16;60(11)
Timeline
Graduate Teacher
South Oakleigh College
2024.01 - Current
Research Support Officer
The Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity
2022.01 - 2022.12
Domestic Care Worker
Fronditha Care
2019.11 - 2021.01
Client Coordinator
National Association of Testing Authorities Australia
2018.01
Senior Clinical Applications Specialist
BioMerieux Australia
2008.01 - 2018.01
English teacher
Salervis School of foreign languages (Athens, Greece)
2007.01 - 2008.01
Medical Scientist
St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria
1994.01 - 2008.01
Medical Scientist
The Austin Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria
1993.01 - 1994.01
Medical Scientist
Dorevitch Private Pathology
1988.01 - 1992.01
Master of Arts - Applied Learning And Teaching (Secondary)
Deakin University
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
University of Melbourne
Certificate - Forensic Science
University of Swinburne
Bachelor of Arts - Modern Greek
University of New England