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Tutors in Sassafras include an experienced secondary maths and science teacher with eight years' classroom expertise, a primary and secondary qualified school teacher, high-ATAR graduates (up to 99.05) and subject duxes, active peer mentors, music and dance coaches, academic award-winners, student leaders, and tutors with proven success guiding K–12 students across STEM and humanities subjects.

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Ananaya

English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
Make them interested in what they are learning and make them understand why things work the way they do. I feel learning should not be about memorising rather understanding so that the logic can be used to solve a wide array of problems. I am passionate about the subjects I have highlighted above and am confident in explaining them in an…
Kylie
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Kylie

English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student would be to build an understanding of the way that each student learns best in order to cater to their learning needs and help them to grapple with the concepts in a way that they can understand or relate to. My main strength would be my ability to build rapport with my student so that…
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Isabella
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Isabella

English Tutor Rowville, VIC
A tutor must be able to evaluate the teaching techniques which are most effective and suited to the individual. They must be able to adapt to the student's learning pace and style to help the student strive to achieve their goals. I can support and encourage students to always do their best in whatever task they encounter. By increasing…
Sakithma
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Sakithma

English Tutor Knoxfield, VIC
I believe a great tutor should be a reliable and approachable learning resource for their students. My goal is to create an environment where students feel confident asking questions and seeking clarification without hesitation. I’m committed to helping each student reach their full potential through active listening, clear and productive…
Feng-Quan
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Feng-Quan

English Tutor Rowville, VIC
I find it important for students to know and feel that their individual needs are heard, understood and attended to. It would be most important to follow through all plans, tailored to their needs, with actions that allow the students to realise their progress. By also validating their strengths and identifying their self-limiting beliefs, I…
Samkit
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Samkit

English Tutor Knoxfield, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do is to create a friendly and supportive learning environment, which makes students feel comfortable and at ease rather than intimidated. I believe that this can help them overcome any anxieties they may have and maximise their learning potential. Additionally, by being supportive and understanding,…
Kavia
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Kavia

English Tutor Knoxfield, VIC
I think the most important thing is that students are able to recall information because they actually understand what they are being taught and not memorizing concepts just for the sake of it. By doing this, they will automatically improve and maintain good grades. I think my strength is being a student where I can understand the struggles that…
Amelie
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Amelie

English Tutor Ringwood East, VIC
A tutor should motivate and encourage students to try their hardest in their studies, to help build up a resilient mindset as they learn. I am passionate about learning and am interested in science and maths myself. I have loved exploring these passions further while studying a Bachelor of Engineering, and this will help me relate to and motivate…
Kynan
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Kynan

English Tutor Mooroolbark, VIC
Understanding what they understand and don't. If you don't adapt accordingly, not only will it take longer, but even if you can help them understand, you won't foster a sense of confidence in the student for further studies. Adaptability and a deeper understanding of the subject matter I'm teaching, which lets me approach problems from different…
Cameron
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Cameron

English Tutor Croydon, VIC
A tutor must be very organised, punctual, good time management and determined to help a student. A tutor must be able to explain concepts so that a student can significantly improve in their work. A tutor must also be very understanding and supportive. I'm very calm, relaxed and approachable. I can help explain concepts in ways that people can…
Anna
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Anna

English Tutor The Basin, VIC
Learning is a key to understanding and appreciating the complex beauty of life - enriching the life of the individual. It is one of the key foundations a tutor can establish for their students. A child who has failed to 'keep up' with learning, to understand a concept or course of study, will tend to drop further behind, and attempt to mask…
Jessie
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Jessie

English Tutor Ferny Creek, VIC
Improving the confidence of the student is key. The student should evolve to have more trust in themselves and their abilities and be able to apply this. The most important thing I could do for the student is to help them achieve their own personal best and be motivated to achieve. I am a good listener. I apply this to pinpointing the key areas…
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yokelen

English Tutor Boronia, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to listen. A tutor's job is not to just teach the student, but to bring out the best of the student and a tutor cannot do that unless they listen to the student. A good tutor is not a tutor that had achieved exceedingly well themselves, although that is a part of it- it's about their ability…
Ishita
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Ishita

English Tutor Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to guide them instead of doing the work for them. It is important for the students to feel that they have control over what they are learning and for them to be encouraged through feedback and practice. I am a very patient, determined and creative person. I can understand what a student…
Harrison
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Harrison

English Tutor Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
Without a doubt, I believe it is essential for a tutor to nurture and grow self-belief within their students beyond anything else. Self-belief is perhaps the most pivotal factor in deciding academic success as well as personal success, and thus I see it as an important quality for a tutor to develop . Whilst a tutor should also be avaliable,…
Megan
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Megan

English Tutor Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
I feel the most important things that a tutor can do for a student are to establish a safe and supportive relationship, in order to facilitate a genuine engagement with and deeper understanding of the material. I believe my patience and warmth are my biggest strengths as a tutor, as they allow me to provide gentle encouragement and…
Lina
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Lina

English Tutor Upper Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is; - Allow them to be apart of the goal setting process for their learning - Follow the Gradual Release of Responsibility method in scaffolding students, allowing them to feel ownership and create independence - Form a solid rapport with students, so that learning can take place in a fun,…
Amy
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Amy

English Tutor Boronia, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do is to find the best ways to help students learn. At the end of the day, tutors aren't there to teach students everything, but to assist them in their learning journey so that eventually, the students can feel confident enough in their knowledge to answer questions. Building confidence in young people is one…
Monil
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Monil

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important things you can do for a student as a tutor. - Be there for them not only as a tutor but as a friend or mentor, because life skills apply to being a great student. - Listen to their struggles and try to understand where they are coming from. - Understand their needs and teach them that rather than following a strict…
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Ayda

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
I do think it's very important a student never feels judged or stressed from the pressure of learning, as that can taint their experience for a long time before they are comfortable again to engage actively. It's crucial tutors are understanding of how a student is feeling and supports them as much as possible in moments of confusion and…
Charli
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Charli

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Listen to the students and there needs. Also communicating clearly the topics students want help with and not avoiding or judging the student when they need extra help I\'ve always found it easy to explain in another way a topic that might be considered…
Sabine
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Sabine

English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Make sure that their goals are met or worked towards, and that they feel confident about the subject and learn tools and strategies to assist in this subject. I am very patient and understanding, helpful and kind. I aim to meet students goals and help them set realistic expectations on what they can achieve. I am flexible in my approach and try…
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Smitha

English Tutor Kilsyth, VIC
A tutor can help a student get more fluent, confident and clear about concepts and working. When they have someone who makes learning effective, fun and interactive it makes learning fun and worthwhile. I do believe in providing a lot of practice and exposure to many different ways of doing a problem and a tutor has to be that someone who guides…

Local Reviews

Tutoring is going well, Phil is brilliant. I’m glad I got one on one tutoring and such a patient tutor.
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Inside SassafrasTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 5 student Daniel worked on multiplying larger numbers and times tables for speed, tackled area and perimeter using diagrams, and practiced simplifying fractions.

In Year 8, Tanya focused on identifying the main idea in comprehension texts and began writing Tanka poetry, while also exploring persuasive language techniques through brainstorming activities.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Vien refined essay planning by developing arguments for a practice English SAC and practiced making written responses more concise.

Recent Challenges

In Year 10 mathematics, one student avoided harder algebra questions and repeatedly focused on familiar topics; as noted, "sometimes tries to avoid harder tasks and prioritises known topics," which slowed progress with new concepts.

In Year 11 English, another student's essay responses lacked original examples and critical thinking—she needed more time "to come up with a range of different and unique examples for each essay."

A senior student preparing for VCE struggled to recall older content under test conditions, making it difficult to apply the right techniques in complex exam questions. Forgotten methods resurfaced during revision sessions, creating last-minute stress before assessments.

Recent Achievements

One Sassafras tutor noticed that a Year 3 student, Tanya, who was initially shy about reading aloud, now volunteers to do so and is more willing to talk through her thinking when answering questions.

In Year 8 maths, Daniel used to hesitate on his times tables even when correct, but now works through multi-digit multiplication problems with much less prompting and can explain where he gets stuck instead of guessing.

Meanwhile, in VCE English, Tasia has started setting clearer goals for herself during essay planning and independently restructured her paragraphs for clarity by the end of the 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 Monbulk Reading Room—or at your child's school (with permission), like Sassafras Primary School.