AP, SAT & STEM Competition Prep | Silicon Valley

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

Mr. Dai

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

Ms. Vivienne

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

Mr. George

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

Mr. Li

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

Solomon Auerbach

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.

Mr. Kim

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

Mr. Luke

Master of Arts from Harvard University; BA in English in Creative Writing from Stanford University
Deep expertise in exam frameworks, scoring rubrics, and question logic, specializing in building repeatable, high-scoring strategies rather than test-prep shortcuts
Effective at helping students with uneven foundations bolster critical reading, analytical thinking, and academic writing, turning humanities subjects into reliable scoring areas
Emphasizes document analysis, thesis-driven argumentation, evidence-based writing, and historical reasoning for both in-school and exam success
Over 15 years of teaching experience in SAT Reading & Writing and AP Humanities, including U.S. History, World History, and English courses
Proven track record of supporting 1000+ students in achieving significant score improvements and gaining admission to Top 30 U.S. universities

Mr. Elie

Education Entrepreneurship Program (2021) from the University of Pennsylvania; Phi Beta Kappa Graduate (2016) from Emory University
Mentors students in "self-reflection for self-direction," bridging personal growth with college and career navigation
Expert at helping students explore their inner worlds to craft unique, compelling personal stories
Proficient in navigating Common Application requirements, the UC system, and various supplemental essay prompts
Over 10 years of specialized experience in essay brainstorming and professional editing
Successfully supported over 100+ students in gaining admission to top 50 U.S. universities
Background includes Teach For America (TFA) in Chicago, international teaching in Israel and India, and serving as a founding teacher at Washington Leadership Academy (WLA)

Mr. Zhang

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Tsinghua University; M.S. in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology; Ph.D. in Mechanics, University of Florida.
Achieved a systematic leap from engineering fundamentals and computational modeling to theoretical mechanics, forming a trinity academic capability system of 'structural understanding + algorithmic thinking + mathematical abstraction'.
Problem Modeling Driven: Transforms questions into structured models rather than relying on fragmented techniques.
Integrating Computational Thinking into Sciences: Reconstructs the paths to understanding mathematics and physics through an algorithmic perspective.
From 'Solving Problems' to 'Constructing Solutions': Trains students in the ability to design problem-solving pathways.
Early Alignment with University Standards: Uses undergraduate STEM courses as a benchmark to enhance academic adaptability.
Mentored multiple students to win USACO Gold medals or successfully advance to USAPhO and AIME, entering the top tiers of national competitions.
Teaching Philosophy: Not about 'teaching how to answer questions', but building a transferable thinking system; not about 'short-term breakthroughs', but upgrading cognitive structures; not about 'coping with exams', but developing the capability to excel in higher academic environments.

Ms. He

Ph.D. in Higher Education Management and Master's in Education Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania
Possesses nearly 20 years of experience in educational planning and college admissions counseling from a global perspective, spanning the integration of Sino-U.S. educational resources; Founder of YU Learning and Guest Academic Planning & College Admissions Advisor at Xnewy Academy
Youth Leader Incubator: Founder of the Global Youth Entrepreneurship Competition (GYEC), bringing together Ivy League professors and Silicon Valley innovation resources to empower future leaders
Outstanding International Female Representative: Recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Independent Women in the U.S.' by Women in Industry Era 2021, showcasing global industry influence
Official Authority Recognition: Awarded the Distinguished Alumni Medal from the University of Pennsylvania, demonstrating profound expertise in educational management
Top University Admissions Track Record: Successfully guided hundreds of students to gain admission into the world's top universities, including Harvard, Yale, MIT, Stanford, UPenn, Oxford, and Cambridge
Silicon Valley Innovative Thinking: Based in Silicon Valley, deeply integrates cutting-edge enterprise resources with elite education to elevate students' core competitiveness
Comprehensive Educational Planning: Spanning from teaching Chinese as a foreign language to higher education management, excels at crafting personalized, long-term admission strategies across diverse cultural backgrounds

Ms. Kang

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.

Mr. Li

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.

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