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Matrix teachers train students to understand key concepts behind the theory, as opposed to memorising information. Matrix Theory Booklets help students to arrive at an in-depth understanding of the syllabus material.

Matrix teachers have HSC exam marking experience and/or extensive experience in writing assessments and exams, and thus they know exactly how to maximise marks in school and HSC exams. Our students are taught the most effective exam techniques. Matrix Work Booklets consist of various exam-style questions to help students practice these skills.

Through repetition and close monitoring, Matrix teachers ensure every student understands and masters all facets of the course content.

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Dr Joseph Bevitt

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

Member Chartered Chemist (MRACI CChem) of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute
PhD in Chemistry, The University of Sydney
Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons)

Experience:

Joseph has 9 years of Chemistry teaching experience at secondary and tertiary levels. He is the Scientific Coordinator of the ANSTO Bragg Institute and in that role manages researchers’ access to the neutron scattering facilities associated with the OPAL nuclear reactor. He is secretary of the Royal Australian Chemistry Institute NSW Branch and also a co-author of matrix Chemistry course programs, course materials and assessments.

Awards:

- 2010, Nominated as the 2011 Royal Australian Chemical Institute NSW Nyholm lecturer
- 2005-2006, AINSE Award for single crystal neutron diffraction experiments at the ANSTO Nuclear facility
- 2005, George Harris Scholarship for excellence in Inorganic Chemistry
- 2005, Le Fevre Student Lectureship Award
- 2002 - 2005, Australia Postgraduate Award

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

Chemistry is one of those subjects that very few students are given the opportunity to truly understand. If taught correctly, chemistry is a highly accessible science that will fascinate and inspire any student to take a deeper look into the workings of their natural and built environment. When students leave Matrix, they grasp the central role that chemistry plays in their daily lives, becoming ambassadors for a cleaner, more responsible future.

Dr Malcolm Green

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons)

Ph.D in Chemistry, University of Sydney (USYD)

Experience:

Malcolm has taught a range of scientific disciplines including Chemistry, Geology and Physics at secondary and tertiary levels at the University of Sydney. He has a strong background in a wide range of analytical chemical skills and has previously worked as an environmental consultant. As a research chemist, he has also published 2 patents in the field of nanotechnology.

Awards:

- 2006, Grand Prize Winner - Innovation Challenge

- 2002 - 2005, Sydney University Postgraduate Award in Industry Scholarship

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

Malcolm enjoys working at Matrix teaching enthusiastic students to explore chemistry. He also enjoys the opportunity of imparting the skills for greatest subject of all - Science.

Louise Donnelly

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Micro logy major, University of New South Wales (UNSW)

Experience:

Louise has 15 years Chemistry teaching experience from St Catherines School Waverley, Blue Mountains Grammar, and International Grammar School. She also held the position of Science Head Teacher at the International Grammar school for 2 years.

Awards:

2002 – 2005, NSW Minister for Education Quality Teaching Award

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

I enjoy the environment and atmosphere of Matirx. Students have a positive approach and make teaching a delight.

Dr Alexandra Yeung

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science (Hons 1)

Master of Education Psychology

Ph.D in Chemistry Education, University of Sydney

Experience:

Alex has 5 years Chemistry teaching experience at a university level. She demonstrated for first and second year chemistry laboratories, as well as for Workshops aimed at high school students. She was also a Postgraduate Teaching Fellow in the recently redeveloped tutorial program which won a university aware in 2008. Alex has also helped the faculty of Science at the University of Sydney train new tutors and demonstrators.

Awards:

- 2008, Vice Chancellors Award, University of Sydney

- 2007, RACI Chemical Education Division best student oral presentation prize

- 2007, Le Fevre student lectureship, School of Chemistry, University of Sydney

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

Matrix provides a supportive environment conducive to learning. The small class sizes, quality teaching materials, great technological resources, and fantastic teaching team allows students to gain as much as they can from their learning experiences at Matrix. The students at Matrix are so enthusiastic and I love being part of their learning journey.

Truclam Nguyen

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science, Double major in Physics and Chemistry (hons in Chemistry), University of Sydney

Masters of Teaching, University of Sydney

Experience:

Truclam has 4 years teaching experience in junior Science, Chemistry, Physics, and junior Mathematics. He is a Chemistry laboratory demonstrator for 1st year university students at the University of Sydney and has run university Chemistry programs for highschool students such as kickstart.

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