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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:
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
Openly tried to focus back on the assignment - identifies where rows of a certain number becomes multiplication
Openly tried to focus back on the assignment - identifies where rows of a certain number becomes multiplication
Difficulty focusing on arrays of larger numbers past 5 Difficulty focusing on the same type of questions (e.g. finishing all 9 questions about arrays)
Confidence with financial math and solving problems around hourly rates Positive attitude towards algebraic equations despite lack of confidence approaching the ...
Confidence with financial math and solving problems around hourly rates Positive attitude towards algebraic equations despite lack of confidence approaching the equations
Algebra - solving equations with variables and understanding the concept of BIMDAS regarding algebra
Decimals - Multiplying and then adjusting the decimal place Word problems - Identifying unknown variables
Decimals - Multiplying and then adjusting the decimal place Word problems - Identifying unknown variables
Proportions/word problems - understanding where certain variables go in final equation