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Mila

Science Tutor Redland Bay, QLD
Helping to reduce stress of students who need help. Offering my life wisdom (so far) to younger people. Providing the students with a contact so they can feel supported whenever they are struggling with their studies. Being the eldest of 4 kids, I have experience interacting with younger people. I have 4 years of experience tutoring 2 high school…
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Saniya

Science Tutor Thornlands, QLD
A tutor can adjust his teaching ways and methods to meet students requirements. A tutor should learn the students level of learning then only a tutor can prove himself best for student. My strength is my passion towards teaching. My punctuality ,to reach at least 10 minutes before the class starts. My nature of adopting new ways and…
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Gayathri

Science Tutor Shailer Park, QLD
One of the most important things would be to develop a safe and supportive environment for a student such that he/she is able to willingly clarify any doubts they have. I am open-minded and quite friendly. With my previous students, I have been able to build a good repertoire and trust between us. I am also more than willing to share any…
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Tom

Science Tutor Victoria Point, QLD
A common misconception within tutoring is the difference between teaching and doing for. The most important thing a tutor can do is broaden and enhance the knowledge of the students in a way they understand. Within reason, an improvement in ability is far more important than an improvement in grades. I excel at building a bond between my self and…
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Mehri

Science Tutor Springwood, QLD
A tutor's key role is to provide personalised guidance, boost confidence, and address individual learning needs, fostering both academic success and personal growth. I aim to inspire students by imparting the importance of treating others without judgment. Creating a friendly classroom environment is a core aspect of my teaching approach. I am…
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D

Science Tutor Carbrook, QLD
I think being positive and encouraging is the best thing a tutor can do. With previous students I have tutored, I found that many of them lacked the confidence in themselves, making them less interested in the work and anxious about assessments. But breaking the question/concept down, encouraging them to try, suggesting different methods to…
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Eva

Science Tutor Shailer Park, QLD
Facilitate student towards becoming an independent learner by instilling self confidence to be the best that they can be is the most important thing I feel a tutor can do for a student. Understanding and adapting learning styles to suit individual students, and dedication and patience to follow them through are my strengths as a…
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Zhia

Science Tutor Cornubia, QLD
The most important thing tutors can do for students is create a safe, comfortable, and fun space for students to learn. My strengths as a tutor would be my ability to make people comfortable and break concepts down from start to finish, for students to fully understand and grasp…
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Jaylan

Science Tutor Victoria Point, QLD
The most crucial role of a tutor is to assist students in acquiring the ability to develop their own problem-solving skills. This empowers them to independently navigate through challenges without the ongoing need for external guidance, as they develop the necessary skills to tackle problems on their own. My strengths lie in my capacity to adapt…
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Michael

Science Tutor Thornlands, QLD
In the act of supporting the student to engage with their school curriculum, to promote genuine understanding of their subject(s) and the inner motivation to see why the skills are important for their future. Broad knowledge and context in english, mathematics and sciences and good study…
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Annabelle

Science Tutor Redland Bay, QLD
The best kind of confidence builder is being able to understand something on your own so the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to get the student to a point where they don't need a tutor anymore. I'm a very patient person which I think is useful when trying to explain something tricky. I also get along great with students…
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Eldho

Science Tutor Shailer Park, QLD
It is pivotal that the tutor is always easily approachable as otherwise shy students may be reluctant to ask the tutor questions and thus those shy kids may end up falling behind. In addition, I feel that tutors must always be supportive towards the student as any harsh or negative comments may severely hinder a students willingness and ability to…
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Kurt

Science Tutor Thornlands, QLD
A tutor must be able to get the student to their goal without the tutor doing the work however instead mentoring the student to get there. This platform will enable the student to apply for future studies such as uni. Another important thing is time management and work ethic the tutor must teach to the student to enable the greatest amount of…
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Amber

Science Tutor Capalaba, QLD
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is create a positive learning environment. Students need to feel safe and they should be excited to learn. If tutors create a happy, welcoming and productive teaching space, the student will be more willing to listen and participate. This includes always staying calm and never becoming…
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Bardia

Science Tutor Eagleby, 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…
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Jade

Science Tutor Daisy Hill, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help them recognise the improvements and progress they are making. From a psychological perspective intrinsic motivation is important but extrinsic validation is equally so in a learning environment. When small improvements are pointed out and celebrated it is not only a mindset shift but…
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Michael

Science Tutor Springwood, QLD
Be diligent and rigorous, making sure that they understand the fine details of what their are doing and why it is important, and not only just how to answer memorised questions. I am patient and persistent, and make sure that students understand everything in order to succeed in their subject. I am also knowledgeable in my specialty subjects as I…
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Ilsa

Science Tutor Springwood, QLD
Being able to communicate to a student how to properly tackle any topics they appear to be having trouble understanding on their own while at the same time establishing in them self-confidence to ensure they'll be able to believe in their own intuition when the time comes for them to deal with unfamiliar concepts and problems they'll find…

Local Reviews

Electra is a Miracle Tutor! I have a very difficult, stubborn 16year old boy. Electra, somehow , got inside his head and now my 16year old is trying to improve. He is finally making an effort in a subject that he couldn't care less about, but is a core subject! I'm so very impressed by Electras Skill!
Kristan Mendelson

Inside Mount CottonTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 4 student Ella worked on understanding the order of operations (BIDMAS) and identifying rational versus irrational numbers.

In Year 10, Taylor practiced expanding algebraic expressions and rearranging equations using both worksheets and textbook problems.

Meanwhile, Year 12 student Jakob focused on financial mathematics by reviewing annuities and loan repayments through targeted practice questions from a General Maths worksheet.

Recent Challenges

A Year 11 student preparing for a General Maths test relied heavily on notes during revision, as observed in "revision before the test would be done without notes." This made it difficult to recall key steps independently.

In Year 9 algebra, another student skipped working out and showed only final answers—"requires more working out for question solution"—which meant sign errors went unnoticed until checking time.

Meanwhile, a senior student tackling annuities questions missed subtle mistakes in written work, leading to repeated confusion when reviewing past sessions.

During primary multiplication drills, one child continued counting on fingers instead of practicing mental recall; this slowed progress and made multi-step problems daunting.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Mount Cotton noticed that a Year 11 student, who previously needed regular prompts to show working out, has started writing each step for her solutions—a shift that's crucial for gaining marks on written exams.

In another session, a Year 12 student chose to tackle past exam papers independently and now works through most questions solo, only checking notes when truly stuck.

Meanwhile, a Year 3 learner who once hesitated with basic addition is not only completing sums faster but now chooses to play math games independently that involve new multiplication skills without waiting for 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 Victoria Point Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Mount Cotton State School.