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Tutors in Balaclava include a seasoned secondary maths department head with postgraduate credentials, an accomplished primary and early childhood teacher with a master's in mathematics, specialist science and chemistry teachers, professional music educators, published academics with PhDs, peer mentors, creative arts coaches, and experienced tutors supporting K–12 students across diverse learning needs and subjects.

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Mac

Science Tutor Hawthorn, VIC
Firstly, improve the students grasp and understanding of the content, providing them with not just the ability to answer questions, but to understand logically why something is such. Secondly, help develop an appreciation for the area of study by delivering the tutoring in a positive and engaging matter so that the student enjoys learning it.…
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Deen

Science Tutor Hawthorn, VIC
A tutor is a magician to the students. He can't do magic but he can do wonders if the chemistry between the tutor. The most important thing is the tutor will be a friend to the student without actually being a friend. The magic lies here. The mentality that I never give up. I was not a very gifted student so I had to work hard to understand…
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Hu
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Hu

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important things I can offer are patience and the ability to deliver complex ideas through clear, visual explanations. Patience is crucial because it allows me to truly listen and understand what children are trying to communicate from their unique perspectives, so I can connect with them on their level, making it easier to explain…
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Khanh Huynh Bao

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Some of the most important things that a tutor can and should do for a student include: providing useful and timely support if needed, creating a supportive environment in which we can all learn and grow without being afraid of making mistakes, and helping students to identify and overcome their shortcomings to thrive academically. I am very…
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Marco

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important thing I can do for a student is build their confidence in their learning. By the time I have finished a term (or 2) with my student's, they are more confident, more intuitive and approach their work with excitement. Additionally, I will provide the necessary tools for a student to carry on to their further studies. If you're a…
Michelle
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Michelle

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
As important as grades may be for students, I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is to build confidence and enjoyment for a student\'s study. This will allow them to succeed in any studies whilst staying motivated as well as finding pleasure in learning. My strengths as a tutor is being patient and flexible. I understand that every…
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Harmeen

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Giving the best for her students and listening them actively to understand their learning style and guide them towards their goals. My nature of never giving up on the concept and easy recognition of my student’s change in body language, voice that make me aware that they didn’t understand the concepts and I’ll never move to next one until I…
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Deepak

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Encourage curiosity, stay updated, promote self reliance, personalized instructions, provide safe and positive learning environment I can quickly adjust to the level of students. I correlate daily life problems and solutions with subject so that students have fun with their…
Li
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Li

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
In general, I believe that the best way to teach Maths/Science is in a way which the student understands the concepts rather than just giving the student a method to produce an answer, which is how these subjects are commonly taught. 1. I am self-directed, energetic, and enthusiastic. I have completed my Bachelor of Engineering + Management…
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Angelique

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Patience, dedication to the success of their students, preparation and hard work Passion for teaching and helping…
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Shannen

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is understanding and give motivations to students especially when they are having difficulties. This is because, with empathy and encouragement, students will perform better as they are more engaged and motivated in subjects they are studying. Furthermore, a tutor should give strategies…
Sarah
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Sarah

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Studying techniques, creating good habits and of course, feedback for improvements! These are the important aspects that a tutor should show their students. There is much more to learning than parroting back facts - information needs to absorbed, regurgitated, reused in a practical sense. I have much hands-on experience in using my chosen skills -…
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Jingxuan

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
I think it is most important to figure out what the student needs. Some students need a lot of practice to enhance their learning. Some students need repeated explanation. Some students need elaborated content. I am very strong in Maths and sciences. I have a unique understanding of the concepts behind these subjects. I can make the complicated…
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Bhavyesh

Science Tutor Murrumbeena, VIC
Each student has a unique way of thinking, understanding and implementing. The most important thing a tutor can do is to understand how their students minds work, adapt to their way of thinking and understanding, and conceptualize theory for beneficial implementation. I once was a student and understand the importance of understanding a subject…
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Warrick

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is to first be understanding as each student has different experiences with learning subjects and may also have problems outside of education. Secondly would be to be approachable and appear easy-going so the student will not be intimidated or scared in having learning sessions with you.…
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Lauren

Science Tutor Murrumbeena, VIC
I believe that the most important thing a tutor can do is to help the student enjoy what he/she is studying. When the student has gained the interest and really enjoy the process of learning; I believe they will definitely perform better. I believe that one of my strongest strengths is that I am very patient with students. This is because I have…
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Sourav

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
A tutor can show the beauty of the subject and make the student love the subject. Once that happens, the student can excel not only in that subject, but can also approach everything in life with confidence and aptitude. I love teaching - That would be my greatest strength. I am really good at it & experienced. I have always had a good bonding…
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Loubna

Science Tutor Collingwood, VIC
The most important thing is allowing students to become independent. The tutor should show them how to solve problems so that they can do them themselves and not just solve problems for them. My strength is illustrating concepts and finding the right examples that explain the point best. I also have good communication skills that make the student…
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Tiffany

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Especially for younger students, I believe that it is important to not only teach the subject, but to lead by example to influence the children to adopt good values such as kindness, patience and tenacity. I can be strict or friendly depending on the needs of the student, so each student's experience will be different in order for them to realise…
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Laura

Science Tutor Brighton East, VIC
I believe that as tutors, the most important thing we can do is to give students an opportunity to learn in a supportive and judgment-free space. Only when students feel comfortable to make mistakes can they progress academically and personally. Building strong relationships with students and parents with open and frequent communication is vital…
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Swati

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is truly be their well-wisher. I think students are coming to tutors because they know they need help. Acknowledging that they took that step, understanding the knowledge base with which they're there, teaching them in easy terms, and creating a long term plan for their studies is the…
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Towfiq

Science Tutor Docklands, VIC
A teacher needs to be friendly, interactive at the same time authoritarian in a positive way. A teacher cannot do much if a student do not co-operates. So for a teacher he should try to make the student comfortable in sharing their problems. My strength is that I am a Protagonists according to the leadership assessment. I empower students in such…
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Sugandhika

Science Tutor Melbourne, VIC
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is create a space where the student feels completely comfortable being themselves. They should be able to openly say what they do and don’t understand without fear of judgment. This honesty is what allows us to help them in the best way possible. Beyond that, a tutor should always aim to build…

Local Reviews

James has started very promisingly with Daniel which is great and I think even in the short space of time they have been together James is beginning to feel more confident with Daniel and his Maths in general.
Glen, Brighton

Inside BalaclavaTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Spencer worked on understanding fractions by exploring halves, quarters, and eighths, and used number lines to see how these relate.

For Year 10, Ollie focused on coordinate geometry skills such as finding the gradient of a line using two points and determining linear equations from graphs.

Meanwhile, Alice in Year 12 reviewed matrix methods including transition matrices and financial modelling with compound interest rates, tackling exam-style problems to prepare for upcoming assessments.

Recent Challenges

A Year 12 student lost marks on SAC extended response questions by not thoroughly reading the questions, leading to incomplete answers—"needs to take more time to read the questions thoroughly," a tutor noted.

In Year 11, another student showed stress during live log graph exercises and initially hesitated to work through problems aloud; practice in real-time helped reduce anxiety.

A Year 7 learner sometimes avoided writing out algebra steps, which hid calculation errors until review.

Meanwhile, a Grade 2 child often struggled with attention during numeracy activities, requiring frequent redirection before tackling multi-step place value tasks.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Balaclava noted that one Year 11 student, Alice, has started coming to sessions with her own process for matrix multiplication and now asks for help only with the toughest questions—she used to rely on step-by-step guidance throughout.

In Year 8 maths, Leo was previously hesitant to engage but recently followed a complex lesson about collecting like terms and even paid close attention during explanations, something he struggled with before.

Meanwhile, a younger student, Lara, has begun preparing thoughtful questions ahead of each session rather than waiting passively for guidance; last week she independently solved several semi-circle identification problems.

Local Spots for Tutoring

If you'd prefer not to have lessons at home, tutoring can also take place at a local library—such as St Kilda Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Yeshivah College.