Meet Your Teachers

Christian Jilwan is a hardworking, passionate and enthusiastic 1st year psychology student eager to continue his current tutoring position over the summer and into the future year. Having recently graduated from High-School, he is very familiar with the intricacies of the new syllabus, and empathise with the struggles of students who are attempting to achieve in this area of life. Christian Jilwan has refined his studying practice over the many years to maximise efficiency and am eager to share his tips and tricks with others. Furthermore, he has completed syllabus, especially with grade 8 piano at the age of 14 and he has obtained 2 HSC ENCORE nominations for Sydney Opera House.

Grace Davidson-Lynch is a First Class Honours Graduate of University of Wollongong. Grace is looking to expand her experience in academia. She has been a professional dramaturg since 2016, and completed a minor thesis in 2019. Grace has experiences teaching both children and adults, in both tertiary level theatre studies and in high school and primary school level arts subjects.

Nastaran Ourzamani have taught English for almost 9 years in Iran. Her teaching experience includes nearly all proficiency levels, from basic to advance. She have got also the experience of instructing all age ranges from kids to adults. She still hold online classes after migration to Australia. Patience, punctuality and perseverance are the most brilliant features of my profession.

Priyanka has experience of being a school Biology and Chemistry teacher. She has taught English for Year 10. She has also been a lecturer in Biology. She has 6 years of experience as a teacher and lecturer.

Ravi is our English, Mathematics and Modern History Tutor. He has many years of experience as a tutor. Ravi has taught our Year 11 English Advanced Intensive Holiday Course. He has taught students of all levels and ages, as well as organising lessons. He communicates effectively with students, and tailors his tutoring lessons to a range of learning styles.

Ava is a professional educator who specialises in teaching English. With over 7 years’ tutoring experience, she thoroughly trained in content design, examination, reporting and classroom teaching. She has extensive experience with NESA, HSC English, ESL and junior English. By studying at the University of Sydney, Ava has completed an array of teaching practicums both in Australia and abroad.

Cass studied a Bachelor of Civil Engineering. He graduated from The King’s School with an ATAR of 99.65. He has state ranking in Maths 2U. Cass achieved a mark of 98 for both Maths Ext 1 and 2. Cass can tutor Physics and Mathematics. He is self-motivated and energetic, having a great sense of responsibility during work and always ready for communication and insightful learning.

Qualifications

North Sydney Boys High School

Darius graduated from North Sydney Boys High School. He has studied Physics, Chemistry and Economics. He is currently our Physics and Chemistry tutor. He is a confident and friendly person.

Patrick is passionate in teaching Maths (Advanced, Extension 1, Extension 2), Physics, Chemistry and English, as well as connecting with students. He received a Band 6 in Advanced Maths, Physics and English in his HSC. He has done debating, therefore, he has great communication skills and can clearly express and understand via oral and written expressions.

Qualifications

University of Sydney Major of English

Mary is our Senior English Tutor at Maxx Academy. She graduated from the University of Sydney with a primary major in English. She has also graduated from Sydney Girls High School. She studied a Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. Mary has been a tutor of English and Writing. She had many roles including lesson preparation and delivery, marking homework and returning it to students each week and writing student progress reports. She has worked at an Anglican school for students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

Qualifications

University of New South Wales Bachelor of Screen Production

Samantha Chua was graduated from Pymble Ladies’ College. She’s doing her first year in University of New South Wales. She has a strong passion for motivating students and a thorough depth of knowledge which he passes on through effective explanation and engaging teaching. Her determination and commitment are reflected in his teaching as he endeavours to support students in achieving their best.

University of Sydney Bachelor of Computational Data Science & Finance | ATAR: 99.35

Faye Xie is a graduate from Pymble Ladies’ College, currently in her first year of studies in University of Sydney Bachelor of Computational Data Science & Finance degree, having achieved an ATAR of 99.35. She has a strong passion for motivating students and a thorough depth of knowledge which he passes on through effective explanation and engaging teaching. Her determination and commitment are reflected in his teaching as he endeavours to support students in achieving their best.

Qualifications

Australia Film Television and Radio School Bachelor of Screen Production

University of Adelaide Bachelor of Dental Surgery

English Extension 1 Marked 46, State Rank 4 of year 2013

Brittany Xu was graduated from James Ruse Agricultural High School. She achieved her Bachelor Degree for University of Sydney. She has a strong passion for motivating students and a thorough depth of knowledge which he passes on through effective explanation and engaging teaching. Her determination and commitment are reflected in his teaching as he endeavours to support students in achieving their best.

University of New South Wales Master of Commerce

Aven is a passionate educator. She has more than 10 years’ experience in mathematics teaching. She’s also very good at motivating her students. Aven works in Maxx Academy HSC Tutoring to help students to overcome barriers and difficulties in HSC Mathematics learning and examination.

• Studying Bachelor of Engineering/Bachelor of Laws at the University of Sydney
• Band 6 in 7 subjects
• 1st in Sydney Catholic Archdiocese in Chemistry
• Passionate about helping students grow and reach their potential

ATAR: 99.70

• Graduated from Meriden school in 2018 (Meriden rank 12th in NSW in 2018)
• Currently studying bachelor of computer engineering (Hons) / commerce at UNSW
• 2018 ATAR 99.70
• Maths extension 1 - 100/100 8th in NSW
• Maths extension 2 - 95/100
• Chemistry - 93/100 Physics - 92/100
• High distinction in AMC in Yr11
• Received prize of ‘first in maths’ and the academic prize when graduation
• Rank the first in maths at school from Yr 11 to Yr 12
• State Ranking 8th in Maths 3U

ATAR: 99.70

Melissa is a graduate from North Sydney Girls High School and is now looking to study a double degree Bachelor of Science/Doctor of Dental Medicine in University of Sydney, achieving an ATAR of 99.80. She has been a tutor for 2 years and has a passion for motivating and supporting students. Her drive, determination and positive attitude throughout her own HSC is reflected through her teaching, helping students strive for their best and excel in their subjects.

ATAR: 99.80

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Eason is currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Actuarial Studies/Commerce degree at UNSW, achieving an ATAR of 99.40 in 2017. He has been tutoring for nearly a year, helping students achieve their desired marks while also assisting in making the learning process entertaining. Now, Eason carries on this passion at Maxx Academy, hoping to help students overcome the hurdle known as HSC.

ATAR: 99.40

Terry is a graduate of Ryde Secondary College currently studying a dual degree in Engineering/Advanced Science at UNSW. He has had a passion for teaching since high school, creating and participating in a peer tutoring after-school program during his HSC year, and teaching at several other tutoring centres in his past. Terry spends his spare time as a youth leader at his local church, hoping to help students in ways beyond their education.

Qualifications
University of Technology, Sydney Australia
Bachelor of Business with Distinction in Economics
Bachelor of Laws with Second Class Honours (LLB) - Graduated 2014
• GPA: 3.0

University of Zurich Switzerland
Exchange Program: Law September 2013 – December 2014
• Relevant Coursework: European Economic Law, Economics and the Law, Comparative Civil Procedure, Comparative Private Law, International Organisations

Hamish graduated from Parramatta Marist in 2008 having being recognised with a Premier’s Award. He excelled in Mathematics (2U and Extension I), English (Advanced), Business Studies, Legal Studies, Information Process Technology and Religion (1U).

Hamish subsequently studied at UTS and the University of Zurich graduating with a Bachelor of Business (majoring in Economics) with Distinction and Bachelor Laws with Honors.

He has worked both at a Big 4 professional services firm and is currently working as a Lawyer at a big 6 international business law firm.

Ben is currently enrolled in Computer Science at UNSW, looking to major in Cyber Security. During his time at Newington College, He succeeded in Mathematics, Mathematics Extension 1, Physics, and Chemistry, providing foundations for teaching year 10 to HSC. He prefers smaller groups of people to teach, as it allows for more personalized sharing of knowledge, where problems can be tackled individually. Apart from hobbies including running, sports and traveling, He loves teaching and helping people achieve their goals.

Baraa is a Law / Engineering student at UNSW. After receiving a 95+ in my HSC, She decided to tutor to show students that being brilliant in school relies on passion, motivation and critical thinking, and she loved it! Her multiple interests and diverse academic background infuse her teaching with dimension, as She strives to challenge everyone around her in learning and in life.

Qualifications
Bachelor of Arts and Education in Secondary - University of Sydney

Alexander is a graduate from Normanhurst Boys High School and is currently studying a Bachelor of arts and a Bachelor of Education at the University of Sydney. He is always striving for the most effective and enjoyable learning experience for his students, and is naturally passionate about teaching and the humanities, including fields such as philosophy and literature.

Aidan Williams is an 18 year old University student studying a double degree of business administration and law at Macquarie Uni.  He is passionate about traveling, piano, law and books. He enjoys teaching people and watching them grow and learn as people and as students.

Qualifications
Bachelor of Engineering - Bahria University
Higher Secondary School Certificate (Secured overall A* Grade) – Indus College

Zarnab completed her bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering with majors in electronics. She has been teaching High school Maths for over 4 years in Singapore and Sydney. She developed a passion of teaching in high school. Zarnab enjoys helping students with Maths. She has a positive attitude and a passion to assist and motivate struggling learners. She drives students to develop a thorough understanding of mathematical concepts.

Zarnab “I believe Mathematics is a beautiful thing to learn and an incredibly useful tool no matter what career path the student intends to take”.

Qualifications
PhD (English Literature - University of Sydney)
B Arts (University of New South Wales)
B Science (Mathematics)

Michael is an experienced educator. She has over 20 years experience of teaching ESL English in High school.

Currently, Michael was teaching ‘Analytical Reading and Writing’ course at Western Sydney University.

Qualifications
BA (Pure Mathematics- University of California, Berkeley)
Teaching Fellowship (Santa Rosa Junior College)
Nadya’s Tutoring (Sydney, Australia)

Nadya is an experienced educator who has a genuine passion for learning and teaching mathematics with the goal of helping students understand and see the beauty of the often daunting subject. She’s taught college algebra and business calculus at the Santa Rosa Junior College, tutored in all college courses offered in the Santa Rosa Junior College Maths Lab, and had been tutoring year three up to year twelve students since arriving in Sydney, including HSC preparation. Most recently, Nadya has been managing her own tutoring company in Sydney and tutoring a variety of students. As someone who has taught inside and outside of the classroom, Nadya understands the needs of students post-school lessons and is excited to help!

Qualifications

Holmes Institute Sydney MBA

GS University Faisalabad Pakistan

Rukhma has over 17 years experience as a Maths tutor in Australia and overseas.

Currently, Rukhma was doing MBA at Holmes Institute Sydney.

Qualifications
B.Sc., Dip. Ed., M.A. Writing. - Unsw, Sydney Uni, UTS.

Work Experience
● Physics Teacher / Lecturer HSC Physics and University of Sydney Foundation Program.
February 1999 to January 2013 - USFP Taylors College - Sydney NSW
Responsibilities: Mostly HSC Physics.
Accomplishments: Was granted an ST 1 status due to outstanding HSC results.
Skills Used: Was able to enthuse students to the extent they posted my demonstrations on YouTube with very complementary remarks.

● Physics Teacher/Media Intern Co-ordinator.
USyd Foundation Program, Unsw.

Larry Mounser has worked as a Geophysicist, a volunteer environmental campaigner, an aid worker, a writer for TV, Radio and Print, and an Internet developer.

Larry taught Physics at Taylors College for more than ten years, and was Visiting Associate Lecturer in Media, in the Study Abroad Department, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, for almost 20 years. Larry has a Bachelor of Science, a Diploma of Education, and a Master of Arts in Writing.

He has been published in the Sydney Morning Herald, the Canberra Times, the Brisbane Courier Mail, the Good Weekend, Inside Sport, The Sunday Telegraph’s ‘Sunday’ magazine and 2MMM FM.

Qualifications
University of Newcastle Bachelor of Education (Eng/Hist)
University of Sydney Diploma of Ancient Societies

Classroom Teacher / HSC Marker
● Experienced over 20 years teaching English at selective schools such as James Ruse Agricultural High School and Hunter Performing Arts
● Experienced over 10 years HSC Marking

NSW Department of Education
● Development of English curriculum for classroom implementation.
● Establishment of Assessment protocols in English.
● Development of History curriculum for classroom implementation.
● Establishment of Assessment protocols in History.
● Development of Drama curriculum for classroom implementation.
● Establishment of Assessment protocols in Drama.

Macquarie University Faculty of Education
● Supervisor of Student Teachers on Practicum.
● Learning Support Officer.

English Excellence
● Private Tutor of English for Senior High School students for more than 10 years.

Skills and Leadership roles
● Advanced Skills Teacher Classification
● Student Welfare Officer
● Girls Supervisor
● Year Advisor
● Achieved high level of Band 6 results in students tutored