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What do I enjoy most about tutoring? 😁
I enjoy seeing a student understand a subject after struggling and gaining the confidence to approach exams and assessments without additional help. It is very rewarding to hear and see a student succeed where they had previously struggled.My Strengths as Tutor 💪
I am creative when it comes to different subjects. For math and sciences, my creativity allows me to explain the step-by-step processes in different ways that a student might understand better. For English, my creativity helps to better understand concepts through garnering interest. It can be easier to write and understand when the student is excited by the subject.Most important things I can do for a student 🏅
A tutor should be able to build confidence for a student in a subject that is not their strongest. By building this confidence, students can go into exams with a clear understanding of the subject. For the student’s future, the confidence from succeeding in a subject can flow into other aspects of their lives, allowing them to help others.Tutoring students in 👦 👧
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About Olayinka
Leadership Through Coaching
Olayinka brings hands-on experience in coaching, having served as an assistant coach for a university rugby team. She has developed and led training drills, demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills while supporting students'' growth and confidence. Her ability to work with young adults translates seamlessly into guiding younger learners, fostering teamwork and encouraging perseverance—qualities that enrich her approach to tutoring both Maths and English.
STEM-Focused Academic Background
With a background in Geology (Honours) and current postgraduate studies in Oceanography, this tutor’s academic journey is rooted in the sciences. Her analytical mindset and commitment to learning make her well-suited for helping students navigate complex concepts in Maths. Olayinka''s methodical problem-solving skills allow her to break down challenging material into manageable steps, making lessons accessible and engaging for students at any level.
Personable Support & Creative Engagement
Known for building rapport with those she works with, Olayinka values clear communication and patient support. She leverages creativity from her coaching experiences—like designing unique practice drills—to tailor tutoring sessions that keep students motivated. Parents can trust that their child will benefit from her blend of encouragement, adaptability, and genuine interest in student progress across all primary or high school subjects she tutors.
Recent Tutoring Comments:
Working through questions even if some caused confusion - understood technique used to switch 'easier' numbers from a decimal to a fraction and vice versa
Working through questions even if some caused confusion - understood technique used to switch 'easier' numbers from a decimal to a fraction and vice versa
Multiplying decimals - struggles to reach the correct answer without a misstep within the solving process - needs guidance with how to approach questions on fractions and decimals
Focused for longer on the problem - used counting techniques without prompting to solve problems
Focused for longer on the problem - used counting techniques without prompting to solve problems
Difficulty working on more than 3 word problems Difficulty working with larger numbers (e.g. 30-22)
Algebra: able to combine like terms and find solution Graphing: recognizes when to use rise and run with x and y values
Algebra: able to combine like terms and find solution Graphing: recognizes when to use rise and run with x and y values
2D shapes: understanding how area values can be combined and working with variables in the place of numbers Division and proportions review
Understanding how a decimal moves when multiplying by 1, 10, 100, and 1000 Understanding how decimals can be written as fractions and vice versa
Understanding how a decimal moves when multiplying by 1, 10, 100, and 1000 Understanding how decimals can be written as fractions and vice versa
Completing problems about decimals without help or guidance - applying proper solving techniques when when multiplying