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Braeside's tutors include an ATAR 98.50 achiever with multiple academic awards and Premier's Award for VCE Accounting, a Maths study score 46 recipient and school Dux, Monash-trained science and maths educators, experienced K–12 English and peer mentors, youth council leaders, competition awardees, accomplished coaches, and university students pursuing teaching, mathematics, IT, law and engineering.

Alice
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Alice

English Tutor Cheltenham, VIC
The most important thing I can do for a student is to put my academic gain out there, so they can see how much potential they have by being surrounded by academic integrity. Also to build a comfortable connection via communication in getting to know them. Strengths I have are the ability to be patient, understanding and also needing to see their…
Chirag
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Chirag

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
The most significant thing a tutor can do for the tutored is to make them understand what is being tought in the most effective way through a easy to understand way. My ability to communicate effectively and to work long hours with the students without getting tired are my biggest…
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Haetha
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Haetha

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
I think one of the most important things a tutor can do is create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. A lot of students struggle because they lose confidence, so helping them feel encouraged and capable is just as important as teaching the content itself. A tutor should also focus on…
Feifan
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Feifan

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Pushing them to become the best versions of themselves, inspiring creativity to allow them to work smartly, allowing them to enjoy not only studying, but also their co-curricular activities such as their hobbies. Being understanding of the students and their circumstances, communicating with not only the students but also my fellow colleagues to…
Devangi
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Devangi

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Helping them achieve their academic goals while creating a stress free environment.Allowing the student to understand the lesson by themselves without pressuring them . I love to prepare myself before the class so that it would be more beneficial for both the student and myself.Allowing the student to understand the topic without pressing them…
Ryan
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Ryan

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Being receptive to an individual's learning style and catering for the fact every student is different. This will ensure proper engagement and ensure efficient learning. Furthermore, it is important as a tutor to be responsive to a student's questions and to always be prepared for a session. I believe I am great at dealing with children,…
Megha
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Megha

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be able to not just help a student with their academics but. also challenge them to think outside the box and to be creative and more confident in their own skills, as well as building a good relationship with the student so that both parties are comfortable and able to trust each other…
Cynthia
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Cynthia

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Motivate students to learn and grow in their field of studies and pass on valuable experience to students. In addition to that, help them enjoy the process of learning and do well in their studies. I am a high achiever and I enjoy sharing study tips with students to help them gain good grades in their…
Tara
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Tara

English Tutor Beaumaris, VIC
Making things seem more approachable and achievable. Unknown or difficult concepts can be so intimidating, so finding a way to break them down or explain it in the student's "learning language". Building a collaborative relationship with a student too, where they feel comfortable to express themselves and how they understand the topic openly also…
Jamie
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Jamie

English Tutor Carrum, VIC
I believe that every student has their own unique learning process so I need to be able to cater and adapt to each student and their style. This is done to maximise the student's learning ability and our tutoring sessions together. Developing a trusting and secure relationship is crucial to success when it comes to the student as since the student…
Chloe
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Chloe

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I consider to be the most important things a tutor can do for a student is: Individualised attention - A tutor should focus on the specific needs and learning style of each student. This allows them to tailor their teaching methods accordingly. Provide explanations and clarify doubts - Tutors are responsible for explaining difficult topics or…
Purab
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Purab

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
A tutor should be available for students at all times and make sure their doubts are cleared also be kind when they ask questions. My strengths as a tutor would be able to demonstrate, illustrate and make children understand concepts with examples and fun…
Wang Tik (Jimmy)
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Wang Tik (Jimmy)

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe critical thinking is the most important skill that a tutor can bring to a student, since I think the responsibility of a tutor is to lead and motivate a student to complete their school tasks by themselves, rather than depending on help from a tutor. A tutor should also provide adequate solutions for different students. As I believe…
Alisha Elle
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Alisha Elle

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Providing a manageable schedule - both related to time and educational milestones - that fills the student with confidence and motivation. I am able to explain various concepts in different ways depending on how the student learns best. Versatility and adaptability are skills that I enjoy fostering and using to help students. I am also calm…
Allan
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Allan

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important thing as a tutor is to understand the situation of each student and develop a learning plan based on their needs. It is important to approach each situation with understanding and provide clarity on topics that they find difficult. I am an A grade student throughout high school, so I am knowledgeable in a wide range of…
Jawad
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Jawad

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do are to create a supportive environment, build a student's confidence, and make learning feel approachable rather than intimidating. A good tutor doesn't just teach content, but also encourages students, helps them believe in their abilities, and guides them through challenges patiently. Making…
Nur Azmina Hannani
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Nur Azmina Hannani

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Based on my experience, adopting a step-by-step approach that emphasizes understanding is the most effective way to teach concepts. Additionally, providing students with well-prepared notes and practice exercises is incredibly beneficial for their learning. I am patient with students because I understand that every student learns at their own pace…
Nehum
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Nehum

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide clarity, build confidence, and foster a love for learning. First, a tutor should simplify complex concepts and explain them in ways that make sense to the student. It’s about making the subject less intimidating and more approachable. Second, building the…
PRACHI
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PRACHI

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Build their confidence. My professional experience of working with children in academic settings; communication skills, able to understand non-verbal cues, effective interpersonal skills to build a good rapport, empathy and my expertise in subjects. I am also more than willing to go an extra mile to help out…
SHAMITA
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SHAMITA

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
The key to a successful tutor-student partnership is instilling confidence in the student, reducing stress, and catering specifically to the needs of the individual. A great tutor doesn't just explain how to get through the work; they listen and encourage students to ask questions so that students recognize that they can succeed even when they…
Surabhi
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Surabhi

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important things are to build confidence and foster independence. A tutor's job isn't just to help a student get a better grade on the next test; it's to give them the skills and self-belief to tackle future challenges on their own. This means creating a safe, supportive space where the student feels comfortable asking "silly"…
Sharveshaan
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Sharveshaan

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Answering the questions a student asks as they only ask if they truly do not understand a particular part and as a tutor its our duty to make them understand. A key for tutoring is to have patience to guide someone no matter how slow a person understands the particular subject and I do have that key. Plus, I would take the responsibility making…
Aditya
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Aditya

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
The capacity to communicate in such a way that the learner feels driven, excited, and confident in their ability to master and enjoy whatever challenges come along is one of the most crucial personal attributes of a competent instructor. In other words, a good tutor needs to be good with people, especially when it comes to engaging young kids in…

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Sahm has been an excellent teacher and we are very happy as to the way he works with our daughter.
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Content Covered

Year 7 student Grace focused on adding fractions with different denominators and expressing percentage change, using visual aids to clarify concepts.

In Year 10, Jack worked on factorising trinomials—including both monic and non-monic forms—and used the quadratic formula to solve challenging equations.

For VCE Further Maths, Mia revised matrices through practice worksheets and tackled financial maths and data analysis questions aligned with her current school topics.

Recent Challenges

A Year 12 Physics student relied on prompts to recall electromagnetism formulas; as one tutor noted, "he only vaguely remembered equations unless shown," which made tackling unfamiliar problems slow and uncertain.

In Year 11 Methods, another student attempted all steps in their head when rearranging algebraic equations, but skipped showing working—leading to hidden sign errors and lost marks.

A younger student in Year 5 found switching between Bitpaper and Zoom on the iPad distracting, erasing annotations mid-explanation instead of focusing on content.

These process obstacles left students second-guessing themselves during assessments and slowed progress through more advanced topics.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Braeside noticed a real shift with one Year 10 student who previously struggled to connect algebraic concepts—she now independently completes quadratic factorisation and even plugs her solutions directly into equations without prompting.

In Year 12 physics, another student who was hesitant about applying formulas is now confidently answering questions involving magnetic fields, accurately using the left-hand rule and explaining split ring commutators.

Meanwhile, a younger primary student has begun finishing all her homework with neat formatting and started back-checking her own answers—a big step up from last term's reluctance to review her work.

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 Kingston Information & Library Service—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Louis de Montfort's School.