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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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Murad Tayebjee

Physics

Position:

Physics Teacher

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Advanced Science, Physics and Chemistry major, University of Sydney (USYD)

Experience:

Murad currently tutors undergraduate physics at the University of Sydney while undertaking his Honours in Physics studying prospective materials for use in third generation photovoltaic devices by way of ultrafast laser spectroscopy. In 2006, he conducted research into thermoelectric during a one year internship at Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO).

Awards:

- 2008, University of Sydney Honours Scholarship

- 2008, Science Foundation Scholarship

Why I love teaching at Matrix:

Matrix allows him to teach intelligent students who truly want to learn. Each of their achievements is something he takes pride in, and there is good reason to be proud of the students at Matrix!

Angus Wright

Physics

Position:

Physics Teacher

Qualifications:

- B Science (Physics), University of New South Wales

Experience:

- Public lecturer for UNSW in General Relative Physics

- Laboratory Demonstrator in Charge for Undergraduate Physics at UNSW

- Presenter at the Astronomy Outreach Program at UNSW

- Tutor for Undergraduate Physics at UNSW

- HSC tutor in Physics, Maths (Ext 1 and Ext 2), Chemistry and Englsih

Awards:

University Prize for Astrophysics and Cosmology 2010

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.

Francisco Ferreiro

Physics

Position:
Physics Teacher

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering (UNSW)
Bachelor of Science (Physics) (UNSW)
Diploma of Education (UNSW)

Experience:
Francisco has more than 5 years teaching experience at both secondary and tertiary levels. He has taught at a number of high schools over the years including both public and private schools and currently holds a position at the University of New South Wales as a first year lab supervisor with the school of Physics. He regularly tutors first year physics courses at UNSW and is a lecturer for the National Qualification Exam program run at UNSW for accelerated high school students. Francisco is also head lecturer for the UNSW Physics bridging course for students attempting to undertake university physics for the first time. Francisco has undertaken basic flight training with the Royal Australian Air Force and has been involved in a number of sporting and other extra-curricular activities over the years. His current passions lie in Physics and music.

Awards:
2005, Warwick Slade Royal Aeronautical Society Prize for his 4th year Aircraft Design Project.