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Buccan's tutors include experienced school teachers with advanced education degrees, award-winning student mentors, a Maths specialist with classroom and tutoring expertise, private tutors skilled in supporting diverse learners, scholarship students and high-ATAR achievers, creative writing prize-winners, peer leaders in STEM, and youth coaches dedicated to building confidence and academic excellence.

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Alissa

Science Tutor Buccan, QLD
While having a strong foundational knowledge of the subjects is important, I believe communication skills, patience and a drive to learn is what makes a good tutor. As a tutor, you have to have an abundance of patience because you are trying to assist with a concept they have previously struggled with, and hence may have convinced themselves they…
Elizabeth
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Elizabeth

Science Tutor Bethania, QLD
-Develop and guide techniques for learning, -Build self-confidence, not only in a tutoring environment, but most importantly being able to transfer the confidence to the classroom. -Ensure a student feels positive in their learning journey, even when they face hurdles. -Being able to breakdown information in a variety of formats. -To implement…
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Hannah
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Hannah

Science Tutor Logan Reserve, QLD
I believe the most important thing a tutor can provide a student with is the confidence in themselves that is needed to accomplish what they dream. By explaining things in a way which makes sense to each individual student they are equipped with the tools they require to get where they want to be in life. My ability to explain concepts in a way…
Shivali
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Shivali

Science Tutor Waterford West, QLD
Understand their possible struggle with learning the subject and actively working to help the student resolve it. A tutor needs to explain concepts patiently, clearly and in a way that suits the student learning pace. Patience - I almost always manage to stay calm and polite. Communication - I have strong written and verbal communication…
Karan
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Karan

Science Tutor Waterford West, QLD
Ensure that if they are facing significant challenges with a specific topic, that they maintain a growth mindset, and do not orient their attitude to one of self-defeat. My main strength is in my ability to communicate. I can utilize multiple approaches to explain a single a simple concept if needed, and use simple and concise…
Simran
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Simran

Science Tutor Park Ridge, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do is to inspire confidence and foster a sense of curiosity and self-motivation in their students. Encouraging a love for learning and empowering them to tackle challenges independently is invaluable. I'd say my ability to explain complex ideas in a clear and understandable way is one of my strengths. I strive…
Declan
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Declan

Science Tutor Loganlea, QLD
You have to inspire the students to want to learn and understand, this is something my high school teachers did to me which has taken me so far in my academic career already. My clear communication, my patience and my knowledge and understanding of mathematics and physics being a 3rd year university student studying a bach. of maths with a minor…
Jessica
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Jessica

Science Tutor Marsden, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is work with the student at their own pace and find ways that work best for them. It allows for them to not feel rushed and be able to take their time and not feel silly. I like to interact with children. I am a dedicated worker and love to be organized. I like to interact with kids at their…
Lachlan
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Lachlan

Science Tutor Belivah, QLD
The actual academics itself, while being at the core of the tutoring, is not the most valuable aspect. From my experience, most students do not have the care or respect for their instructors, and mutual respect in particular is essential, because mutual trust is otherwise close to impossible for many people. You must find a balance between being…
Stephanie
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Stephanie

Science Tutor Holmview, QLD
The most important thing is to understand the students misconceptions and how to correct the cause of that misconception. To ensure that their fundamental knowledge is corrected before pursuing more complex tasks. It is also essentially to show empathy and respect so they may respect you back and try their best for you. I am empathetic and…
Joe
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Joe

Science Tutor Beenleigh, QLD
Making sure to have a lasting effect, not just the time of the tutor session. This means making the learning environment fun and enjoyable so that they can continue enjoying learning and studying without the need of a tutor, helping them progress through their academic careers. Being able to empathise with my student and being flexible to adjust…
Yashika
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Yashika

Science Tutor Logan Reserve, QLD
Preparation and ready for any type of question. One should never assume that the child should be knowing something already. Preparation before the class and…
Mia
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Mia

Science Tutor Park Ridge, QLD
Be there for them. Even if they don’t understand the work after multiple attempts just being there to remind them that it’s okay and that it will come to them keeps them motivated and hopeful rather than feeling like giving up. I am very patient and empathetic, I will get down to their level to better explain the topic so that I’m not seen…
Dorothy Claire
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Dorothy Claire

Science Tutor Waterford West, QLD
Building a student's confidence, and sharing the joy that comes with improvement. One of the most important things is patience and the motivation to teach. Furthermore, It's essential that the student is comfortable with you and that a good relationship is established between both of you. A tutor should also be a good listener and demonstrate…
Bhavya
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Bhavya

Science Tutor Logan Reserve, QLD
1.create interest towards the subjects. 2. Provide tips and tricks to have command on the concept taught. Able to convey in a simpler…
Bardia
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Bardia

Science Tutor Beenleigh, QLD
I believe a tutor's duty is not to necessarily improve the intellectual capability of their client, but rather, guide them in a way that allows them to harness their own learning potential through customised, carefully tailored programs specific to the individual. Whilst this may not necessarily be viable for every circumstance, it is the role of…
Tyler
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Tyler

Science Tutor Loganlea, QLD
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student would be to provide a safe environment where the student doesn't feel ashamed or embarrassed, allowing for them to feel comfortable asking all the questions they have. I believe my strengths as a tutor would be my ability to either break things down, or explain them in a variety of…
Riztianne
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Riztianne

Science Tutor Park Ridge, QLD
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to continuously motivate and encourage the student, in order to help the improve the student's confidence. I think one of my strengths as a tutor is that I genuinely like Maths, therefore, I find it easy to explain Maths concepts to students in a way that they will easily…
nisma
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nisma

Science Tutor Loganlea, QLD
Teach them that true knowledge comes in understanding concepts and how they apply in real life, not just memorisation of assessed components. Knowledge becomes much more appealing and simple when you understand why you need it. I am very good at teaching maths concepts and chemistry specififically. Generally I feel I am good at understanding my…
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Arriana Joy

Science Tutor Crestmead, QLD
Being encouraging, speaking clearly, giving comments, and keeping up students' motivation are what tutors should focus on most. The goal is to understand each student's needs and modify the approach as necessary. Students' personal and academic development is promoted by a supportive and upbeat learning environment, as well as by setting…
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Shaylea

Science Tutor Loganlea, QLD
The most important thing as a tutor is to be there for your student, not only academically but mentally and emotionally as well. I want my students to feel like they can ask me for advice on subjects that may not pertain to their education, but I want them to also feel like they can come to me for help when it comes to their academics as well.…
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Aurora

Science Tutor Marsden, QLD
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to offer personalized support tailored to their individual needs, build confidence by fostering a positive learning environment, clarify complex concepts with clear explanations and examples, provide constructive feedback to guide progress, instill effective study strategies and time…
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Kristina

Science Tutor Marsden, QLD
Make them feel confident and comfortable to at least ask questions when they don’t understand something. I feel that quite often when we don’t understand something in school we stay quiet and don’t say anything and assume we will just be able ti figure it out on our own but usually that doesn’t work. Having the confidence to ask questions…

Local Reviews

Thank you for your report on Hollys progress so far while it is early days I am sure she will do well with Abbys help. She likes Abby and gets on well with her.
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Inside BuccanTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 6 student Jessica practised adding and subtracting decimals, as well as converting between mixed numbers and improper fractions.

For Year 10, Olivia worked on solving logarithmic equations using log rules and rewriting square roots as powers, while Ethan tackled quadratic equations with a focus on factorising.

In Year 11, Samuel revised derivatives from first principles and applied the index laws to algebraic expressions.

Recent Challenges

A Year 10 student skipped the assigned maths homework and had not started a key assignment; as noted, "needs to prioritize his maths assignment more."

In Year 7 algebra, another relied heavily on worked examples rather than attempting new problems independently—this slowed progress with rounding and multiplication.

One senior student completed a practice test but struggled to manage time effectively under exam conditions, relying on the tutor for guidance instead of working through questions solo.

In primary maths, homework was sometimes claimed but not actually done; this became clear when division errors kept recurring during warm-ups.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Buccan noticed one Year 8 student who, after struggling with statistics early on, now tackles mean, median, and mode problems with minimal prompting. Just last session he independently identified the next steps for each question.

In a recent high school lesson, a student who used to wait for hints during algebra practice is now completing all assigned tasks without help and even asks for extra challenge questions when time allows.

Meanwhile, a Year 4 student surprised her tutor by talking through her addition aloud—something she was hesitant to do before—and getting almost every answer correct during their latest session.

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 Logan Village Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Logan Village State School.