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What do I enjoy most about tutoring? 😁
I love being able to sit down with a student and figure out what they are having trouble with. It is very rewarding to be able to help a student and give them a deeper understanding of a subject. I also feel like tutoring really forces the tutor to learn, since sometimes the students ask really interesting questions! I love being shown different ways to think about the subjects that I thought I already knew very well!My Strengths as Tutor 💪
I am fairly empathetic, so I try to figure out what each individual student is having trouble with instead of trying to force them into a very small box. I like to get to know the student and understand what type of learning works better for them.Most important things I can do for a student 🏅
I think the most important thing is to listen to the student and allow them to feel confident in asking for help. It's important to make sure that the student doesn't feel dumb or like they're being looked down upon when asking a question. It's also important to be honest, if you don't know the answer it's better to tell the student this and research the question instead of lying, since this as well will reduce the trust between you and the student and will prevent them from asking questions.Testimonials 🏆
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About Maria
Versatile Science and Maths Tutor
Maria is a passionate science graduate with a knack for making complex topics understandable. With a Bachelor of Science focusing on biomedical studies, she has honed her skills in teaching university-level subjects, including biology, chemistry, physics, and maths. Her tutoring experience includes helping first-year science students grasp fundamental concepts and successfully coaching peers through challenging courses. She believes every student can excel with the right approach and aims to provide a deeper understanding beyond rote memorisation.
Engaging and Empathetic Educator
Maria''s diverse interests in programming, languages, art, and gardening make her an engaging tutor who connects well with students from various backgrounds. Fluent in multiple languages and adept at explaining difficult concepts through different methods, she ensures no student is left behind. Her empathetic nature allows her to tailor her teaching style to each student''s needs, fostering an environment where learners feel supported and encouraged.
Organised and Committed Mentor
Known for her excellent organisational skills, Maria balances numerous hobbies while maintaining punctuality and neatness in all aspects of her work. A fast learner herself, she brings this enthusiasm for acquiring new knowledge to her tutoring sessions. Whether it''s mastering programming languages like Python or designing websites, Maria''s commitment to continuous learning inspires her students to explore new areas confidently. She combines patience with effective communication to help students overcome challenges independently or as part of a team.
Recent Tutoring Comments:
The student remembered most of the content despite having a big break between tutorials! This is very good as algebra will be vital in future grades
The student remembered most of the content despite having a big break between tutorials! This is very good as algebra will be vital in future grades
There are still some topics the student has trouble with, so we will work through these in the future. It will also be important to keep revising algebra so it doesn't get forgotten.
Everything has been going well, same as last time.
Everything has been going well, same as last time.
Need to go through some more practice exam questions.
She understands the concepts pretty well. We go through the problems pretty efficiently, which is good because of the upcoming exam.
She understands the concepts pretty well. We go through the problems pretty efficiently, which is good because of the upcoming exam.
Some more practice needed to remember some algebra rules, some practice working with fractions
She got the hang of using the quadratic formula to solve for x, and we went through what it means if the formula gives you "undefined".
She got the hang of using the quadratic formula to solve for x, and we went through what it means if the formula gives you "undefined".
Some more practice with the fundamental concepts