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Holly
Tutor Forestville, NSW
Help them to understand concepts, so they can understand how to answer questions on their own and can realise how it is relevant and important to learn about. I think my strengths are explaining concepts and helping students understand…
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Tutor Forestville, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is build both understanding and confidence. It’s important to help students truly understand the concepts they’re learning, but it’s equally important that they feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes while they learn. A good tutor should be able to identify where a student is…
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Tutor Wollstonecraft, NSW
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, create a safe space for asking questions, and explain concepts in a way that actually makes sense to them. A tutor should be patient, encouraging, and adaptable, while also helping students develop good study habits and independent learning skills so they…
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Shreya
Tutor Vaucluse, NSW
Encouraging questions , failures , and making them realise that its a learning process Able to adjust myself to the student's needs. I have previously tutored students from grade seventh to grade tenth and have tutored students with learning…
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Jordan
Tutor Waverton, NSW
Ultimately, I think a good tutor teaches the student skills that they can utilize in their general learning and subject specific study. A tutor should be in a position to be a mentor to the student and share their experience in relation to studying their subject. This can help the student overcome what can initially be a daunting task as it is a…
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Gloria
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
Being a role model and mentor to the student, both academically and in life. By helping them develop their skills in the subject area, a tutor models approaches to thinking, problem solving and one's attitude towards learning. I think effective tutors support students all students to achieve their best and develop their mindset and work ethic so…
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Chris
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
The most important things as a tutor is to:
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- Encourage a flexible ability to solve problems, which gives the student experience with a wide range of complex problems in which is only acquired through timely but effective learning
- Be able to assess…
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- Band 5 Maths & Eng
- Flexible teaching
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Matthew
Tutor North Sydney, NSW
The most important thing by far, especially that I have found over the years, is to have a presence that shows genuine concern for the student's understanding. I believe tutors bear much more of a responsibility than they let on. In my experience, the way a tutor approaches a problem with a student, no matter how trivial, can mean the difference…
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Naasha
Tutor Wollstonecraft, NSW
Tutors must be able to demonstrate openness towards the needs of each student and help to better understand a students situation. I feel that the ability to carefully understand the certain needs and goals of each student and provide particular guidance and assistance a long the way to achieving these goals is crucial in tutoring, rather than…
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- Peer tutoring exp
- Law/Commerce student
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Economics
Business Studies
English
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Emily
Tutor Artarmon, NSW
The most important thing I can do for a student is be flexible and patient with them and build a newfound sense of confidence. Every person learns differently, some may struggle more in certain aspects than others and need just that little bit of extra help for them to comprehend what they're learning or grasp a concept. Being the avenue for that…
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Jodie
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
I think a tutor should empower students to think for themselves, as this is what is required for the student to succeed independently when taking exams. So the most important thing I could do as a tutor is to encourage students to work out answers rather than giving it to them immediately. I pride myself on being patient. I believe strongly that…
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Christopher
Tutor Artarmon, NSW
When a tutor has done enough and can leave the students knowing they can stand on their own feet during the actual examinations and in actual life situations because the students have learnt the fundamentals and that they will not depart from it. I made students feel comfortable and focused during tutorial. I taught the students with the basics…
Strengths:
- Builds student focus
- Stepwise teaching
- Simplifies concepts
Subjects:
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Nicola
Tutor Vaucluse, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to inspire a love of learning. As someone who only recently left highschool, I know from experience that sometimes the tedious nature of school can make learning and education seem futile and almost torturous when you don't understand the material being taught. I think that as a…
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English
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George
Tutor Wollstonecraft, NSW
To me, the most essential role a tutor can fulfill is that of an enabler and empowerer. I believe a tutor's primary goal should be to provide students with a strong foundation of knowledge and a resilient problem-solving framework, not only to tackle academic challenges but also to navigate any obstacle life may present. An empowering tutor equips…
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English
Psychology
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Nia
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
provide the student with the necessary tools and skills required to become an independent learner, as well as building their confidence in their ability to work through the maths course throughout the school years. motivating students to learn and supporting them as they work through difficult tasks by explaining the problem in multiple ways and…
Strengths:
- Gifted & Talented
- Maths tutor exp
- STEM focus
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Sirius
Tutor Greenwich, NSW
I think it would be to find a way most suitable for that student to understand the content and be encouraging. Emphasize with the students and help them build a positive learning habit which they can benefit from for a lifetime. I have a solid understanding of maths and science concepts and experience as a private tutor. I genuinely like…
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Davohn Riq
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
As a tutor, the most important thing we can do is to treat every student equally and to not judge them based on their grades. Also, we need to be more supportive and a good listener. I'm patient and understanding with…
Strengths:
- Patient & supportive
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- Active listener
Subjects:
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Meer Shadman
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
My guiding principle as a tutor is to lead students towards the most effective learning paths to achieve their goals. I recognize the importance of steering them away from the pitfalls I encountered in my own experiences, ensuring they avoid repeating the same mistakes on their educational journey. My tutoring strength lies in my genuine…
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Science
Info Processing
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Andre
Tutor Vaucluse, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is build a student's confidence while developing their understanding of the subject, not simply answering the questions for them which could create a false sense of confidence. My strengths are patience, clear communication, and the ability to explain concepts in different ways depending on how a…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
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Maths
English
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Yi
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
While helping students learn is obviously important, the psychological and social aspects of tutoring are arguably much more important. A good tutor will help give their students the support and connection they need so that they can become better, more confident and independent learners. A good tutor will make their students feel comfortable,…
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Mandar
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
I believe that mankind must progress consciously, taking good care of the every individual in society. A tutor can ignite the interest in student by applying creative approach and also he or she can offer mental support which helps students excel in examinations Empathy, patience, core knowledge of math being from engineering background. Further,…
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Maths
Science
Modern History
Geography
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Taeuk
Tutor Chatswood, NSW
Allowing students to not be afraid of challenges and become confident in their abilities. Easily communicating well to students while identifying and correcting their…
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- English & Math tutor
- Clear communicator
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Tim
Tutor Greenwich, NSW
Tutors must be flexible in their assistance to students through recognising individual learning preferences. Hence, they must cater to one's level of academic proficiency, their learning weaknesses and holes in education to provide a tangible improvement in grades. I have recent experience undertaking high school Extension 1 and 2 Mathematics,…
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Local Reviews
Inside Balgowlah HeightsTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
Year 7 student Jerry worked on converting between fractions, decimals, and percentages, then applied these skills to problems involving GST and profit/loss, and also practised writing equations for linear relationships using tables of values.
Year 9 student Amelie focused on mastering surd simplification, multiplication/division, and rationalising denominators, and completed summary notes for key topics like indices and quadratics as part of her assessment preparation.
Meanwhile, Year 12 student Clara revised loans and annuities in financial maths ahead of an exam, tackled network problems involving minimum-cut/maximum-flow theorems, and reviewed standard deviation questions in normal distribution using formula sheets.
Recent Challenges
In Year 8 maths, one student often avoided writing out full working in algebra and geometry problems; as a tutor noted, "he lost marks in his exam as he did not show his working out." This meant that even correct answers couldn't earn maximum credit.
In Year 12 financial maths, another student sometimes brought incomplete notes or forgot key materials like her calculator, making it harder to apply concepts independently during lessons.
When a student skipped homework attempts before sessions, the opportunity for deeper revision and targeted feedback was lost—especially leading up to tests when problem-solving skills mattered most.
Recent Achievements
One Balgowlah Heights tutor noticed that Jerry, a high school student, has started double-checking his working out and now asks for help only after attempting challenging questions himself—a big shift from when he'd get stuck and wait for guidance.
In another session, Clara took the initiative to complete several past papers on her own before her exams, showing much more independence in her study routine than earlier in the term.
Meanwhile, Lilly (Year 4) has begun recognising and correcting her own times tables mistakes during "Hit the Button," instead of guessing or waiting for answers.
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 Mosman Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School.