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Doveton's tutors include a Monash maths award recipient and teaching assistant who led 100% student pass rates, a seasoned secondary numeracy tutor studying education, peer mentors with Olympiad and leadership honours, private tutors with ATARs up to 95+, an RMIT PhD scholar awarded best paper in engineering, and passionate university students skilled in supporting K–12 learners.

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Shamsiya

Science Tutor Hampton Park, VIC
Ultimately, the most important things a tutor can do for a student are provide academic guidance, human connection, and consistency, and the combination of these factors can potentially reinvent a class, subject, or school more broadly for a young learner Some of my greatest strengths are that I'm very energetic and patient. I lean on these…
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Irin

Science Tutor Noble Park, VIC
I believe one of the most important thing a tutor can do is give the struggling students a build of confidence and inspire them to achieve anything. In order to achieve that, we as tutor need to be approachable, caring and have patience. patience, good communication with students and great motivator for the students to accomplish their goals. I…
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Jenica

Science Tutor Dandenong North, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to encourage them to learn in a personalised manner, and make learning enjoyable whilst ensuring they still grasp the material. I am very patient and caring person who is passionate about teaching younger children. I have 2 younger brothers of my own and always help them with their…
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Shagundeep

Science Tutor Hampton Park, VIC
Any tutor can teach students math or science but the best will be who can make them understand by recognising their strengths and weaknesses then teach them accordingly, because every child have different outlook on any topic. According to me my strength is the bonding, which I have with children and I know how to reach on their level to make them…
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Mary

Science Tutor Hampton Park, VIC
The most important thing is to be patient and understanding of the student. I believe that in order to teach efficiently, those two core values must be practiced first for the student to truly engage and advance in the learning material. Contrastingly, in a practical sense, the most important thing we can do is to ensure the student understands…
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Elrica

Science Tutor Hampton Park, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is make him/her confident in their own abilities. Children tend to lose confidence in themselves if they achieve low grades, but I want to be able to teach kids in a way where they enjoy learning and also look forward to each session. I plan on doing this by incorporating relatable examples and…
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Shokufeh

Science Tutor Keysborough, VIC
Building confidence and tracking progress My organisation and planning skills Patience and empathy skills Strong subject knowledge and positive…
Maddison
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Maddison

Science Tutor Narre Warren, VIC
I am confident, patient and kind. I enjoy working with kids and I like learning and also knowing I've helped someone else learn something new. I feel I can pass on my motivation to students, as well as the importance of having a positive mindset- especially as you approach senior years in high school. I'm encouraging and I feel that I have the…
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Meghana

Science Tutor Keysborough, VIC
I believe that the most important thing about a tutor is their ability to motivate and encourage a student in their learning journey. A tutor must be able to show enthusiasm and positivity towards learning, and rather than using rote learning techniques, to engage the student so that they can demonstrate longevity in their education. It is…
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Aruni

Science Tutor Noble Park North, VIC
Developing interest in the subject, building up the confidence of the students are the two main things a tutor can do which will not only be helpful for a student to get good grades in their particular exam but also to progress in the future. Interactive teaching rather than using lecturing method. Identifying the individual capabilities of the…
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Kavindu

Science Tutor Lynbrook, VIC
Tutoring shouldn't just be limited to teaching the theory and just scribbling down some sums. I believe, at the end of the day, both the student and the tutor should have shared a learning experience which helps to reach their maximum. Motivating a student to reach the best in academics and their life, is the most important responsibility of a…
Bhavya
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Bhavya

Science Tutor Keysborough, VIC
A tutor should be able to form a connection with their students where the studying environment is judge free. They should also be able to improve not only their grades but also their confidence and approach to studying whilst being able to witness them enjoy the subject. Communication skills Ability to connect with young students Knowledge in…
Alan
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Alan

Science Tutor Noble Park, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide consistent and unwavering support, and to always foster belief in their potential. This means never giving up on a student, even when challenges arise, and recognizing that external or personal factors may affect their progress. By maintaining open communication and…
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Masuma

Science Tutor Noble Park, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to understand their needs, create a custom study plan, and keep them motivated. It's essential to know what each student is good at and what they find challenging. By making a unique study plan that moves at a pace that's right for them, students can learn better without feeling…
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Tuyet Tran

Science Tutor Noble Park, VIC
Being patient and flexible. Each child has a different learning style and speed. Therefore tutors need to be able to understand that and try new methods to teach if their current one is not very effective. My strengths as a tutor include being fun. I can teach students in a way that engages them, but I also know when I need to be firm. I am very…
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Greta

Science Tutor Dandenong North, VIC
To instil confidence in their student and their ability to achieve their goals. I think it is important that a tutor listens to what a student wants and needs so that they feel understood and their confidence is able to grow. I am very patient and have a good understanding of mathematics and science. I am passionate about learning and school and…
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Maria

Science Tutor Narre Warren, VIC
Always receive feedback from the student, ask the student if they are understanding and explain in their own words any concepts we learned at the end of the session. Ask the student any questions they have. Provide notes/examples step by step so that the student can learn and ask any questions about why that is so. Always be there to support the…
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Hanin

Science Tutor Narre Warren, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to help them truly understand the material, build their confidence, and make learning enjoyable. It is about explaining concepts in a way that makes sense to them, encouraging them when they are struggling, and finding ways to keep them engaged and interested. A good tutor helps…
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Adam

Science Tutor Narre Warren, VIC
Identify a students strengths and weaknesses and work on them to improve there academic ability and to encourage further learning and encourage thought in the topic I have an understanding of multiple methods to achieve the same goal as well as the motivation to investigate the current curriculum and use that to develop a session plan as well as…
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Immanuel

Science Tutor Narre Warren, VIC
The most important thing for a tutor is their ability to be patient and encouraging. Being knowledgeable alone isn't sufficient, as they should also have the personality traits to be a good teacher. Additionally, tutors need to cater their teaching to match the needs of each student to achieve the best outcomes possible. The tutor should maintain…
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Rudri

Science Tutor Lyndhurst, VIC
The things i consider important between a tutor and a student are understanding, listening to each other and finding ways around to help the student understand concepts better, working with different techniques with different students and most importantly, fostering independance. Foster independance is really important because it allows them to…
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RAVLEEN

Science Tutor Rowville, VIC
minimize students' weaknesses and make a lifelong relationship with them by personalizing the meaning and instruction of the subject at hand. utilize subject expertise to give more than just the definition of terms, and concepts. passionate about learning and teaching help others excellent work ethic well organized positive attitude like to…
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Zabihullah

Science Tutor Narre Warren South, VIC
I consider comprehension and confidence in one's skills to be the most crucial thing a tutor should endeavour for their students to grasp. Once a student's comprehension level reaches a certain stage, their progress will be much faster and smoother. Whilst also their confidence becomes a fuel of reinforcement for their drive in achieving their…

Local Reviews

I am really happy with the tutoring provided by Aisling for Calledon. Calledon is really doing well , feeling confident to overcome his fear for Maths.
Rouchelle, Dandenong

Inside DovetonTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 12 Biology with Priya involved exploring biomacromolecules, particularly nucleic acids, and beginning work on gene expression by reviewing transcription and translation.

For Year 8 Maths, Zara tackled computation with integers in preparation for her test and then moved into geometry, focusing on angles, lines, and the concept of pi as an irrational number using a variety of worksheets.

Meanwhile, Year 7 student Ayaan worked through introductory algebra topics including adding like terms and expanding brackets, practising distributive law problems to strengthen his understanding.

Recent Challenges

A Year 12 Chemistry student hesitated to elaborate on the reactions behind polymer formation, as a tutor noted, "more detail was needed to understand the processes." This slowed lesson pacing and meant key concepts weren't fully explored.

In Year 11 Biology, missing or unclear note-taking made it harder for one student to distinguish gene expression terms—notes were provided, but confusion lingered.

Meanwhile, a Year 10 General Maths student lacked confidence in tackling worded problems and often paused mid-solution; her uncertainty led to unfinished answers.

When time management slipped in senior science lessons, essential content like enzyme denaturation remained uncovered until the next session.

Recent Achievements

A Doveton tutor recently saw a Year 10 student move from feeling overwhelmed by algebra to independently solving complex expressions using the distributive law—a big step, as they'd previously hesitated to try without guidance.

In Year 11 biology, another student who struggled with gene expression began taking detailed notes and confidently answered questions about transcription, showing a real leap in understanding.

Meanwhile, a primary student who used to guess on times tables now recalls them easily and works through order of operations problems solo; by lesson's end, they completed all set questions without needing help.

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 Doveton Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Holy Family School.