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Hi! I'm Rhys.
You might not recognise me, but you may have read one of my books. I have written more than twenty science textbooks including the SASTA Stage 1 and 2 Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Workbooks in South Australia. With over a decade of teaching experience in South Australian Public Schools, I am proud to have successfully educated thousands of students and reached tens of thousands with my published works.
I love the challenge of educating young people and stimulating their interest in the sciences. I became an educator because I wanted to share my knowledge, understanding and fascination with the complex and wonderful world around us. I believe education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
I founded Online Science Tutoring to provide very high quality, personalised science tutoring services that cover the year 8 to 10 Australian Curriculum and the 11 and 12 science curricula in SA, NT, VIC, NSW and QLD. I believe that every student is capable of achieving great things. My mission is to help students realise their potential and pave a path to a bright and exciting future.
- Bachelors Degree in Science 2008 (Adelaide University)
- Graduate Diploma in Education 2009 (Adelaide University)
- Science Teacher with the Department of Education: 2010 to present
- Curriculum Writing SACE 2015-2016
- SACE moderation and exam marking (multiple years)
- Science Coordinator with the Department of Education: 2014 to 2016
- Perennial Nominee SA Public Teaching Awards
- 2013 Winner of SA Public Teaching Awards Secondary School Teacher of the Year
- 2014 Winner of a National Excellence in Teaching Award (NEiTA)
- 2023 Winner of Australian Institute of Physics (AIP) Excellence in Physics Teaching award
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Year 8-12
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Biology, chemistry and physics can be challenging subjects to learn. However, with a highly accomplished and engaging teacher, you can not only master these subjects, you can enjoy them! At Online Science Tutoring, I offer tutoring services for year 8 to 12 biology, chemistry, and physics students anywhere in Australia. Whether you’re struggling to keep up with the course material, preparing for exams, or need extra help to boost your grades, I have the expertise and experience to help you develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed.
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Dear Mr Lewis,
Thank you for all your help throughout this year. You went above and beyond your duty as a teacher to help me achieve my best, and I truly appreciate it.
From the first lessons I had with you in year 11 (where I vividly remember you throwing water across the bench and slamming lab coats onto the floor in chemistry), I immediately knew there was something different about the way you teach in comparison to all the other teachers. Now, two years later, my first thought was proven to be undoubtedly correct.
You’re an incredible teacher, and I really hope you see that. You have an exceptional ability to engage all your students in learning, as well as being a good person to speak to on a friendlier note. I honestly couldn’t have achieved what I have without your help!
The first thing I find most valuable however, is that not only did you help me achieve what I have academically, but you inspired me to want to do my best and never stop learning, thinking and understanding. You taught me to appreciate knowledge and inspired such a passion for science in me, and for that, I cannot thank you enough.
I think the following quote sums up what I’m trying to say quite well, “You can teach a student a lesson for a day, but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives.”
You’re an incredible teacher, and I really hope you see that. You have an exceptional ability to engage all your students in learning
Anthea
Science Student
Dear Mr Lewis,
I cannot hope to express all my gratitude and appreciation for you through this one card, but I hope you can understand how much you mean to me and the impact you have had on my life. I once read a quote that said, “a good teacher is like a candle- it consumes itself to light the way for others”. After having you as my teacher over this past year, I have experienced this first-hand.
Your broad and deep understanding allows you to always answer my questions clearly and has inspired me to push myself to gain a greater understanding of all sciences. Your quick facts, witty humour and ability to radiate positivity have made the content so engaging and made every lesson something to look forward to.
As well as being a highly intelligent person, you have shown me how exceptional of a human being you are. The random deep insights into life, happiness and what to do in the future are lessons that I will hold close to my heart forever as I try to navigate my way through my life. Every single effort you dedicated towards me and the rest of our class will not be forgotten, and I hope the magnitude of these on all our lives is evident. Whatever your future holds, I am sure you will continue to change lives! All the best, I will miss you! 🙁
Your broad and deep understanding allows you to always answer my questions clearly and has inspired me to push myself to gain a greater understanding of all sciences
Lathika
Science Student
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