Meet Our Instructors
At X-new, we believe the right teacher can ignite curiosity, build confidence, and change a student's academic path. That’s why we choose dedicated, expert instructors who are passionate about helping students realize their full potential.
OUR FOUNDER
Founder - Li Xianwei
- Bachelor's Degree, Fudan University
- MBA, China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) - Full Scholarship Recipient
- GMAT: 750, GRE: 332, TOEFL: 111
- National Mathematics Competition - First Prize, Shandong Province
- With 13 years in international education, he has accumulated over 11,000 teaching hours. Proficient in all international exam subjects, including AP/A-Level/IB science courses and various test preparation materials, his dedicated teaching approach and extensive experience consistently produce high-scoring competition students and Ivy League/Oxford-Cambridge scholars annually.
- Co-authored over ten books on SAT and ACT vocabulary, reading, grammar, and writing published by Higher Education Press, Tsinghua University Press, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University Press, along with white papers on six major academic competitions, school selection, and A-Levels.
FEATURED INSTRUCTORS
- Head of Xnew Academy (USA); EMBA from Peking University Guanghua School of Management
- Former Vice President of NYSE-listed company 51Talk; extensive experience in the education industry
- Has taught over 300,000 students in person; authored or co-authored nearly 30 educational books
- Recipient of prestigious awards including the “2021 Influential Figure in Education” by China Media Group (International Online), the 10th and 20th Anniversary Distinguished Contribution Awards from New Oriental, and the Beijing Gardener Award
- Advocates for a student-centered approach with differentiated instruction, emphasizing strong collaboration between school and families
- Master of Engineering in Operations Research and Information Engineering from Cornell University; Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Data Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara
- Patient and detail-oriented educator with a strong emphasis on building a solid foundation
- Excels at deconstructing complex problems through multiple approaches, rapidly improving students’ accuracy and efficiency
- Focuses on developing strong learning abilities and effective study habits to support long-term academic success
- Master’s degree in Applied Data Science from the University of Chicago; Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Data Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a minor in Education
- Specializes in differentiated instruction and individualized cognitive diagnostics, pursuing teaching excellence
- Skilled at translating complex logic into intuitive understanding, guiding students to develop fundamental, independent problem-solving skills
- NYU Stern School of Business (Double major in Finance & Marketing, minor in Mathematics)
- 12 years in Private Equity (real estate, finance, F&B, AI)
- Leads LLM data labeling business; partners with top AI companies to keep curriculum current
- Moved to the U.S. at age 14; blends Eastern & Western thinking; uses math and financial logic to help students solve complex problems
- Knows U.S. private high school admissions inside out; offers practical academic planning advice
- Stanford University — Political Science, Economics, Psychology
- Top Speaker Award, National Debate Tournament — Ranked #4 in the U.S.
- Finalist, California State Debate Championship — Top 5 in the state (May 2025)
- Premier Distinction, National Speech & Debate Association
- Champion, UCLA Invitational (2024)
- Solomon coaches middle and high school students in debate. He teaches them how to build strong arguments, think critically, and speak with confidence under pressure. His approach is structured and practical—students don’t just learn theory, they learn how to apply it in competitions, schoolwork, and real-life communication.
- Cornell University — PhD Candidate in Robotics
- Embodied AI, Human-Computer Interaction, AI Systems
- Project-Based Learning: Students build real AI and robotics projects early on, so they can see what they’re capable of
- Step-by-Step Clarity: Breaks down complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand parts
- Beyond Coding: Helps students not only write code, but also design and build complete systems—skills that are directly relevant for future STEM careers
- New York University with a Bachelor's degree in Economics.Minor fields: Media and Communication, Education
- Focuses on breaking down complex problems and helping students truly understand the material
- Specializes in preparing for AMC, and Kangaroo competitions Provides structured plans for different student needs, boosting individual strengths.
- Bachelor of Engineering, Tsinghua University Master of Engineering, National University of Singapore
- Precision-Based Foundation: Customizes teaching plans and materials through pre-assessment to ensure perfect alignment with each student’s cognitive level and learning goals.
- National University of Singapore (NUS) Undergraduate;CEIBS；Cornell University MBA
- A multidisciplinary instructor in business economics, skilled at summarizing efficient problem-solving methods and extracting key points and difficulties. His classes are lively and engaging, often using real-life examples to make abstract economic and business concepts more concrete, making learning both educational and fun.
- International Competition-Mathematics,gold medal teacher Peking University ,Guanghua School of Management, Gaokao score 697, top 0.2% in Beijing,GPA 3.85, full marks in multiple math courses including stochastic analysis,Second Prize in Mathematics and Physics Olympiad
- 3 years of teaching experience, cumulative teaching time 2000+ hoursAMC 10/12、 AIME、 High School Olympiad Mathematics
- Math Competition
- Master Degree at UC Berkeley、·Bachelor Degree at RPI,Majoring in IEOR(Industrial Engineering and Operations Research)
- GPA:3.86, Top1 in Class
- 3 Years of Teaching Experience
- 2000+ Teacher Hours
- Teacher Li graduated with a degree in Mathematics from University College London and won an award in the Euclid Contest.
- 4 years of teaching experience with over 6,000 instructional hours; proficient in AMC and various international math contests.
- Guided 100+ students to top international math awards and elite universities (G5/Ivy League).
- Head of Xnew Academy (USA); EMBA from Peking University Guanghua School of Management
- Former Vice President of NYSE-listed company 51Talk; extensive experience in the education industry
- Has taught over 300,000 students in person; authored or co-authored nearly 30 educational books
- Recipient of prestigious awards including the “2021 Influential Figure in Education” by China Media Group (International Online), the 10th and 20th Anniversary Distinguished Contribution Awards from New Oriental, and the Beijing Gardener Award
- Advocates for a student-centered approach with differentiated instruction, emphasizing strong collaboration between school and families
- Master of Engineering in Operations Research and Information Engineering from Cornell University; Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Data Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara
- Patient and detail-oriented educator with a strong emphasis on building a solid foundation
- Excels at deconstructing complex problems through multiple approaches, rapidly improving students’ accuracy and efficiency
- Focuses on developing strong learning abilities and effective study habits to support long-term academic success
- Master’s degree in Applied Data Science from the University of Chicago; Bachelor’s degree in Statistics and Data Science from the University of California, Santa Barbara, with a minor in Education
- Specializes in differentiated instruction and individualized cognitive diagnostics, pursuing teaching excellence
- Skilled at translating complex logic into intuitive understanding, guiding students to develop fundamental, independent problem-solving skills
- NYU Stern School of Business (Double major in Finance & Marketing, minor in Mathematics)
- 12 years in Private Equity (real estate, finance, F&B, AI)
- Leads LLM data labeling business; partners with top AI companies to keep curriculum current
- Moved to the U.S. at age 14; blends Eastern & Western thinking; uses math and financial logic to help students solve complex problems
- Knows U.S. private high school admissions inside out; offers practical academic planning advice
- Stanford University — Political Science, Economics, Psychology
- Top Speaker Award, National Debate Tournament — Ranked #4 in the U.S.
- Finalist, California State Debate Championship — Top 5 in the state (May 2025)
- Premier Distinction, National Speech & Debate Association
- Champion, UCLA Invitational (2024)
- Solomon coaches middle and high school students in debate. He teaches them how to build strong arguments, think critically, and speak with confidence under pressure. His approach is structured and practical—students don’t just learn theory, they learn how to apply it in competitions, schoolwork, and real-life communication.
- Cornell University — PhD Candidate in Robotics
- Embodied AI, Human-Computer Interaction, AI Systems
- Project-Based Learning: Students build real AI and robotics projects early on, so they can see what they’re capable of
- Step-by-Step Clarity: Breaks down complex concepts into simple, easy-to-understand parts
- Beyond Coding: Helps students not only write code, but also design and build complete systems—skills that are directly relevant for future STEM careers
- New York University with a Bachelor's degree in Economics.Minor fields: Media and Communication, Education
- Focuses on breaking down complex problems and helping students truly understand the material
- Specializes in preparing for AMC, and Kangaroo competitions Provides structured plans for different student needs, boosting individual strengths.
- Bachelor of Engineering, Tsinghua University Master of Engineering, National University of Singapore
- Precision-Based Foundation: Customizes teaching plans and materials through pre-assessment to ensure perfect alignment with each student’s cognitive level and learning goals.
- National University of Singapore (NUS) Undergraduate;CEIBS；Cornell University MBA
- A multidisciplinary instructor in business economics, skilled at summarizing efficient problem-solving methods and extracting key points and difficulties. His classes are lively and engaging, often using real-life examples to make abstract economic and business concepts more concrete, making learning both educational and fun.
- International Competition-Mathematics,gold medal teacher Peking University ,Guanghua School of Management, Gaokao score 697, top 0.2% in Beijing,GPA 3.85, full marks in multiple math courses including stochastic analysis,Second Prize in Mathematics and Physics Olympiad
- 3 years of teaching experience, cumulative teaching time 2000+ hoursAMC 10/12、 AIME、 High School Olympiad Mathematics
- Math Competition
- Master Degree at UC Berkeley、·Bachelor Degree at RPI,Majoring in IEOR(Industrial Engineering and Operations Research)
- GPA:3.86, Top1 in Class
- 3 Years of Teaching Experience
- 2000+ Teacher Hours
- Teacher Li graduated with a degree in Mathematics from University College London and won an award in the Euclid Contest.
- 4 years of teaching experience with over 6,000 instructional hours; proficient in AMC and various international math contests.
- Guided 100+ students to top international math awards and elite universities (G5/Ivy League).
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