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Derrimut's tutors include a former Head of Mathematics with 18 years' teaching and curriculum leadership, primary and secondary teachers with degrees in education, an ATAR 99.65 Top 20 graduate, Maths Olympiad awardees, Kwong Lee Dow Scholar, high-achieving select-entry alumni, and passionate mentors experienced in coaching, peer support, and leading children's programs.

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Aisha

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
In my opinion one of the most important thing a teacher can do is to make the student feel confident about themselves and be able to help student without making them feel bad about themselves. I have a really good communication skills, it helps student to open up and ask question question without…
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Sousou

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is actually make them want to learn and to challenge them to the best of their abilities. A tutor must have various strengths in order to succeed at the job. In terms of my strengths I believe I am far more capable in engaging a student with there work and striving them towards the best with my…
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Soliana
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Soliana

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Develop critical thinking skills and build love for learning by instilling curiosity and passion in knowledge. My flexibility allows me to easily adjust because I recognize the diversity among students. I find that aligning with their preferences and addressing their specific challenges is the most effective path to…
Mihir
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Mihir

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to explain things in a way they can understand, be patient, and help them feel more confident. A good tutor listens, supports the student when they’re stuck, and makes learning feel less stressful. It’s also important to encourage the student and help them believe they can do…
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Tanya Corinne

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be patient and kind towards their students. Building rapport and earning their trust that the tutor can legitimately help them will open the student to understanding. I am quite patient with my students and like exploring all the different angles so that the topic is well understood.…
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Tanvi

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
I think its incredibaly important to be patient with the children, each child is different so it's important to be able to have a teaching plan that would work for their abilities. I also think its important to note that it is always important to always let the child have a go first at any question before giving them the answer, this way…
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Oishik

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Give them confidence in the subject they are being taught. I explain topics step by step and at a pace in which im sure the student I tutor can follow along at. I always make sure the student understands before proceeding to the next…
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Vaibhav

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Every student is unique, I believe it is very important for a tutor to recognise the strengths and weaknesses of a student and adapt teaching methods accordingly. It is crucial to provide them with the perfect environment where they can interact effectively and solve their doubts. A tutor should help students gain confidence in their abilities by…
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Shainy

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
A tutor should make learning feel less intimidating and more approachable. They should encourage curiosity, boost confidence, and show students how to think critically. I believe it’s also important to guide students in finding their own learning strategies so they become independent learners. I’m patient, a good listener, and can explain…
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Rubaina

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
A tutor can make learning a lot more fun. Tutoring can help the student fall in love with any subject. Good in explaining, patience, polite,…
Tirth
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Tirth

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
As a tutor, the most important things I can do are to foster a safe and encouraging learning environment, adapt to their unique learning style, and facilitate their understanding of complex concepts. It's crucial to instill a love for learning, helping students see beyond grades to the true value of knowledge. I must provide personalised…
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Manya

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Firstly, it’s a friendly as well as disciplined environment, a balance of both so that a student feels comfortable while studying and maintain focus on his task. Secondly, maybe communication skills. Thirdly, can be to nurture students with practical approach and make concepts clear for future requirements. Maybe, being myself a student, I have…
Prithvi
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Prithvi

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
I believe that as a tutor, it is vital for me to ensure that I am able to adapt to individual needs. It is important that while I seek personal development, I strive towards student academic growth as well as self-belief and motivation. Moreover, honesty will ensure that students are well aware of what is required of them and will foster a safe…
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Maidah

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
A tutor should build the child’s confidence and knowledge. This means creating a a safe and encouraging environment, helping them develop problem solving skills and showing them how to approach learning independently. I also find it really important to celebrate a students progress, no matter how small or big it is , so they stay motivated and…
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Gurjot

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Encouraging students to develop a genuine interest in learning and growth mindset. Helping students set and achieve their academic…
Zaina
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Zaina

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Being receptive to feedback and listening to their students. I’m flexible when it comes to my students needs and goals! I like to mould my teaching to the specific student and help improve and do better but most importantly feel…
Laxmi
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Laxmi

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
As a tutor, I aim to build a positive relationship with my student based on trust, respect, and open communication. This can create a supportive and encouraging environment that can help them to feel more comfortable asking questions and seeking help. I try to identify any knowledge gaps that a student may have and work to fill those gaps…
Tanya
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Tanya

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Understand the problem student is facing , to be more attentive, understand their learning pattern , good listener, be open with students , guide them at every step , teach them from basics , make the environment more friendly and enjoyable so they enjoy the time of study Good listener, time management, personal attention to individual student,…
Anisha
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Anisha

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Understanding them and tailoring the method of teaching based on their needs and one method for all as every student is different, so they do better. Problem-solving and Decision-making Ability to explain difficult things in a simple way. Creativity and enthusiasm for teaching Empathy, able to put myself in their shoes to understand and…
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Heizelle Joy

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do are to clarify difficult concepts, provide encouragement, and tailor their approach to fit the student’s learning style. It’s also key to build confidence and foster a positive attitude toward learning. My strengths as a tutor are explaining complex ideas clearly, being patient, and adapting to each…
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Shanjay

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
From my personal experience of being tutored, one of the most important aspects of tutoring must be to make sure students understand the concepts being taught. As long as they are able to understand and apply that knowledge being taught to them, then only can a tutor be fully satisfied with themselves. My strengths as a potential tutor are: -…
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Arshia

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
1. Tutor can clear the concepts. 2. Tutor can give them real-life examples and explain each concept differently. 3. Tutor can also be a go-to person for doubts Strengths: 1. Communication skills 2. Patience in tutoring, you may have to repeat some concepts which children find challenging. 3. Gamification of the teaching environment so…
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Sandhya

Tutor Derrimut, VIC
Make the student understand the concepts and make them competent in achieving their goals. Patience , dedicated , understanding and…

Local Reviews

Tutoring with Amir is going much better. He is very knowledgeable on the subject and I feel Jaime will definitely improve and benefit from ongoing tutoring
Nicole

Inside DerrimutTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 11 student Emma revised quadratic equations and functions, focusing on graph interpretation and problem-solving; Year 10 student Lucas tackled trigonometry by graphing sine and cosine functions, along with a review of transformations to strengthen his foundation; meanwhile, Year 3 student Zoe practiced multiplication facts and solved word problems involving money using real-life scenarios.

Recent Challenges

In Year 10 Mathematics, one student was "a bit lax with her homework," leading to missed practice on application questions and slower progress in trigonometry graphing.

In a senior English session, skipping questions when unsure meant some tasks were left incomplete and unattempted until prompted.

A Year 5 learner's written work was described as "hard to follow," with untidy layout making it difficult to check for errors—especially in multi-step problems.

Meanwhile, a primary student repeatedly avoided challenging multiplication questions, returning only to familiar material and requiring frequent reminders to persist when tasks became unfamiliar or effortful.

Recent Achievements

One Derrimut tutor noted a big shift with a Year 10 student who used to quietly guess at problems but now regularly asks for help when stuck, especially during complex homework—she completed nearly all tasks this week and initiated questions on her own.

A high schooler in Year 9 has started challenging herself by choosing harder questions for practice, getting them right on recent assignments after previously sticking only to basics.

Meanwhile, a Year 4 student who struggled to recite times tables can now confidently recall them aloud without prompting and tackled double-digit multiplication with less support than before.

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 Brimbank Libraries—or at your child's school (with permission), like Derrimut Primary School.