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Hawthorn's tutors include a Master of Teaching-qualified English and Media Arts educator with school classroom experience, a 15-year veteran teacher and K–12 literacy specialist, seasoned maths and science tutors with up to five years' experience, a school Dux and Monash medical student, accomplished peer mentors, International Science Olympiad achievers, and high-ATAR university scholars.

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Alexis Nicole

English Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important thing is that the teacher makes the student realize the importance of learning all these things and how they could apply it to their real life. I think my strengths is that i see teaching as a performance rather than just a boring classroom setting. I believe that keeping the student engaged in the experience is crucial to…
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Amna

English Tutor Fitzroy, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student encompass a personalised approach that caters to the individual's learning style and pace. Clear explanations of complex concepts, along with ongoing support and encouragement, are crucial for building confidence and motivation. Equipping students with problem-solving skills and…
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Valentina
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Valentina

English Tutor Fitzroy, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student include: providing a safe and open space for learning, always remain available for the student’s academic needs such as asking a question or needing feedback for an assignment, and maintaining an open communication line between the student, teachers, and parents in regards to their…
Pragna
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Pragna

English Tutor Fitzroy, VIC
As a tutor, I feel the ultimate goal is to benefit the student to become an independent and confident learner. Mostly, students see their tutors as role models, so it’s very important to keep ourselves updated and supportive throughout and be ready to reach out to them academically and as a friend whenever in need. To conclude, having confidence…
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Abhijit

English Tutor Fitzroy, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to keep them motivated. Often at a young age if we fail to grasp a concept it can damage our self-confidence. Therefore it is a tutor's responsibility to bring out the 'never give up'attitude in students and motivate them to continue trying until they can overcome the hurdle. Tutors should…
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Aakriti

English Tutor Fitzroy, VIC
Be patient and make the subject a fun learning experience by developing unique learning techniques for the student. Learning shouldn't feel like a task and you can become a friend for the student and do activities together that will facilitate learning with confidence. My strengths include patience,passion for my subject, and dedication to…
James
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James

English Tutor Alphington, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is help them feel confident enough in themselves and their abilities to succeed. A tutor should not simply give the answers to their students, but do what they can to provide the support for the students to reach the correct answers themselves. I am very patient; if a student cannot find the…
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Miles

English Tutor Alphington, VIC
Find the appropriate learning style for the student to help them learn in the best way for them. Be patient and focus on building basics. Patience and an understanding that practice makes perfect - having a student repeat a problem or concept to make sure it's fully…
Tom
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Tom

English Tutor Alphington, VIC
Listening to the student, understanding their goals and challenges, and using that knowledge to come to every lesson with a plan that is personalised and structured. This way, their time (and money) is not wasted and they wholly comprehend everything that I explain as it is in such a manner that it covers all that is relevant from the position of…
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Tevisht

English Tutor Alphington, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to make the student love a subject because if this happens, the improvement will follow mechanically. A tutor should be able to make the student challenge himself and want to improve for his own sake. The tutor must also make sure that the morale of the student remains high as he should…
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Hanna

English Tutor South Melbourne, VIC
I believe that it's crucial for a tutor to create an open and supportive relationship with their student. A student needs to feel comfortable to ask questions and communicate what they need, and it's the tutor's responsibility to create a space where that is possible. As an older sister (and informal tutor) to a 10-year-old little girl, I've…
Niloy
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Niloy

English Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Being able to develop an interest in the subjects and being able to put oneself in the students shoes to be able to better understand how their progress is coming along are 2 important things I can do for a student. My strength would be my passion for the subjects. I believe These subjects can be made interesting beyond the general coursework…
Iris
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Iris

English Tutor Carlton, VIC
Ensure that the student feels safe, supported and comfortable to become the best version of themselves from guidance. Ability to quickly build rapport, and being patient with the student. I am always cheerful and try to challenge students in the best way…
Yuyuan
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Yuyuan

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
Build the foundation: once they understand the basic concepts, then they will be able to understand the complex problems. Guide them to solve problems instead of solving it for them yourself. Guide them through the solving process rather than simply providing answers. This helps them become more confident problem solvers. Always encourage…
Mai
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Mai

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
Boosting their confidence in tackling problems they were once fearful of and guiding them to develop more holistically. I strongly believe that tutors should also make an effort to really understand their students deeply so as to help draw out and maximise their potential. I believe that every student has the ability to score As in their…
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Shaurya

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
Giving proper helpful feedback is essential. Furthermore, giving proper practice questions and work to target weak points is also important. I believe that I am quite patient and understanding. I can explain mistakes quite well and relate to what the student is struggling to…
Rani Aishwarya
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Rani Aishwarya

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
Be a mentor and guide to student and help them reach their aspirations. Understand the strengths of students and motivate them to do things passionately. Communicate easily with people and make them feel comfortable. Eliminate fear some kids have about learning and help them to focus and learn easily different…
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Neha

English Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to leave a positive impact on the student. I can quickly grasp the learning and studying techniques of a student and can adapt my teaching accordingly. A tutor should be understanding, knowledgeable, patient and hard working to help improve the lives of its students. Having completed my…
Shaizaad
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Shaizaad

English Tutor Melbourne, VIC
Help them to break down a problem and follow a methodical set of steps. A lot of science and mathematics subjects require a lot of practice and exposure to problems and questions. Starting from the basic routine work and working to more complex, abstract concepts is the key to good teaching. My strengths involve working around student's strengths…
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Abdulrahman

English Tutor Melbourne, VIC
The most important thing i can do for a student is to be the students' friend not tutor. This can by achieved by initiating and having a talk with them to understand how do they think and react to different situations. This usually makes a student more comfortable and life-loving. Raising up the student spirits and confidence about himself and…
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Daniel

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to understand their point of view particuarly in how they approach learning. To elaboarte the one on one nature of tutoring allows the student to express which areas of learning they find difficult as a tutor the most important thing you can do is understand why that is and tailor your…
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Lakshya

English Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important thing is to fully understand the doubts of the student and their lack of understanding in different areas of a subject. It is then necessary to device a personalised plan of action for that student, to strengthen those concepts and help them gain confidence in themselves and their abilities. This is the most crucial thing a…
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Ego

English Tutor St Kilda East, VIC
I consider the following as critical things a tutor can do for a student: - Ability to empathise with the student. This helps with connecting with the students, and creates a safe learning space for them - Ability to listen. In the classroom settings, some teachers are unable to connect with all the students due to the large number and rigid…

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Content Covered

Year 4 student Emily worked on fraction operations and consolidating her multiplication tables, using hands-on practice for both.

In Year 10, Matt focused on embedding quotes effectively in English essays about 'The Golden Age' and practiced planning analytical responses to prompts using graphic organisers.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Sam tackled quadratic equations by completing the square and applied the elimination method to solve simultaneous equations, also revisiting basic trigonometry concepts like SOH CAH TOA.

Recent Challenges

A Year 9 student showed inconsistent completion of assigned homework for English SAC revision, which limited the depth of written feedback and skill consolidation; as a tutor noted, "Matt needs to improve completing his assigned homework tasks."

In VCE English, reliance on brief plans rather than detailed mindmaps or highlighting led to weaker essay introductions and difficulty embedding evidence.

Meanwhile, a Year 7 maths student struggled with structuring working in fraction questions—"more practice is needed on fractions," the notes recorded—which slowed progress and sometimes hid small calculation errors.

Missed homework meant extra class time spent reviewing old ground instead of advancing skills.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Hawthorn noticed that Matt, a Year 11 English student, now completes all assigned homework ahead of lessons and brings thoughtful ideas to each session. He's even started using planning tables and flash cards on his own, which wasn't the case before.

In senior maths, Will has become much more independent with graphing linear relations; he used to need step-by-step support but recently translated equations into graphs without prompting.

Meanwhile, Ziggy (Year 8) showed a big shift by reading scenes from a play aloud with expression and then volunteering his interpretation of the characters' motives.

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 City of Boroondara Library Service—or at your child's school (with permission), like Hawthorn West Primary School.