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We know exactly what it takes to succeed in the HSC.

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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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.

Helen Georgiou

Physics

Position:

Physics Teacher

Qualifications:

B.Sc. Hons. (Physics),

BComm (economics),

Dip Ed (UNSW)

Background:

Helen has returned to university this year to complete the honours award in physics at the University of Sydney. This follows three years working as a science and senior physics teacher both locally and abroad. Her employment in the UK as physics coordinator involved many unique opportunities, including planned educational visits to both the United Kingdom atomic energy authority (UKAEA) and the large hadron collider at CERN. Helen is planning to strengthen her dedication to teaching and learning physics by beginning a PhD with the University of Sydney next year.

Experience:

Helen has been involved in science and maths tuition since 2001. She is fully qualified as a physics teacher and has taught and prepared students for junior science and HSC physics. Helen is actively involved in many groups which participate in research and development programmes for successful learning in science and is currently undertaking a study involving student conceptions about thermodynamic processes. Her position as physics coordinator in London saw her in charge of developing and establishing the physics schemes of work at her school, and liaising with associated schools, scientific organisations and local businesses. During this time, she also participated in educational research, mentored trainee teachers, and featured on a documentary shown on teachers TV. Helen is now a tutor at the University of Sydney, assisting in the supervision of the progress of first year physics students.

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

Matrix provides a unique environment that is difficult to fully achieve in educational institutions. Although clearly well resourced, focused and committed, Matrix is also supportive, friendly and personal, the perfect conditions for success, and a great place to work.

Joy Dunkerley

Maths

Position:

Mathematics Teacher

Qualifications:

Diploma of Teaching

Experience:

Joy has almost 30 years of Mathematics teaching experience in a variety of public and catholic high schools in addition to 30 years experience of private tutoring.

Why I love to teach at Matrix:

I enjoy the challenge of instilling the love of Mathematics into young students.

Nick Carozza

English

Position:

English Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Arts with the Diploma of Education, English major (pending)

Experience:

Nick has an in-depth knowledge of the NSW Board of Studies syllabus, and has successfully taught programs designed to accelerate the knowledge and skills of his students, preparing them for assessment tasks such as extended responses and examinations. Nick also has extensive experience in teaching both adults and children. He specialises in teaching literature and linguistics, and has an excellent knowledge of educational pedagogy.

Dr Voss Gibson

Chemistry

Position:

Chemistry Teacher

Qualifications:

BSc in Chemistry, University of Bristol

MSc in Physical Chemistry, University of Bristol

PhD in Physical Chemistry, University of Bristol

Experience:

Voss has tutored and demonstrated both Maths and Chemistry to undergraduates at the University of Bristol, in England. His postgraduate work concentrated on the synthesis of a novel range of amphiphilic graft copolymers for their inclusion into "biodegradable" chewing gum formulations. The results have not only recieved a great deal of media attention, but have also stimulated the establishment of a University spin-off company.

Awards:

- 2009 Excellence for Presentation of Work (1st Place)

- 2005 University Enterprise Competition (1st Place)

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