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Vishwani Prasadi
Tutor Unley Park, SA
The first thing a tutor can do is put themselves in the position of the student and try to understand the student's requirements.
Most importantly, be patient with the student and praise them while actively engaging during the session.
Maintain a student centered teaching. Firstly, I try to put myself in the position of student and try to…
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Mabel
Tutor Clarence Gardens, SA
To be patient and willing to share the knowledge . To be caring and understanding to the student as everyone one has their way of learning and the progression of learning. I am a person who is patient , compassion and understanding . I’m willing to slowly explain the methods of doing . I’m open to any feedback and willing to make amendments to…
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Subjects:
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English
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Mudra
Tutor Glenunga, SA
Vital part tutor can play is to explain problems and help them finding solutions in best possible way by including bit of fun activities as well to motivate them towards the subject. Enhance their confidence with little achievements. Also, to understand what they have understood and where are they facing problems with that again. Communication…
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Bijoy
Tutor Fullarton, SA
The most important thing for a tutor is to engage with the student in a way different than their teachers at school. Tutor should emotionally understand the student first. It is not just about teaching the subject, it's also about understanding the nature of your student. I engage with my audience and make them feel comfortable to interact with…
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Info Processing
Software Dev
Geography
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Ananya
Tutor Marion, SA
The most important part is understanding how the student thinks and how they view the subject, only then can I adapt my teaching strategy to be effective for them! I am good at breaking down work into small, understandable chunks, and explaining concepts step by step for maximal understanding of a concept rather than rote…
Strengths:
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Subjects:
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English
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Xingyu
Tutor Glenunga, SA
A tutor needs to always be supportive. A student needs a tutor because (s)he wants help. Sometimes not getting a good result can be frustrating for them. A tutor needs to make sure that the students are motivated to improve. I'm good at understanding why the students are stuck, whether it is not knowing how to apply a formula or weak algebraic…
Strengths:
- 99+ ATAR
- Maths Olympiad award
- Patient mentor
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Economics
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Sunita
Tutor Ascot Park, SA
A tutor can encourage student so that they can boost their confident to do the things and make them understand things from their point of view so that they remember lessons for long time. Similarly, a tutor can help students to improve attitude towards learning that students no longer feel overwhelm or frustrated towards it. I think my strengths…
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Subjects:
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English
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Laura
Tutor St Georges, SA
I believe that it is important for tutors to be passionate about teaching. This way, it is easier for the student to gain interest in the subject, which ultimately leads to better performance from the student as they are more motivated to study and learn. I also think that it is important for tutors to create a comfortable learning environment for…
Strengths:
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- Debating coach
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Christina
Tutor Marion, SA
I think it's important for tutors to make sure students understand the concepts, both old and new. A deep understanding in core old concepts is essential in learning new ideas. Having spent 4+ years working at Kumon Education Centre, I have developed various skills in helping students of all ages learn and improve their confidence at school. I…
Strengths:
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- Maths merit awards
- Engaging all ages
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
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Difan
Tutor Marion, SA
The most important things a tutor can do could be split into two parts. Academically, tutors are there to help the student to learn all the knowledge required for them to achieve better grades. Spiritually, tutors are there as mentors, which they need to encourage the student to achieve their full potential, because usually due to exam pressure,…
Strengths:
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- Clear explanations
- Encouraging mentor
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Economics
Chinese
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Rachel
Tutor Marion, SA
Besides grades, I would say that a tutor is also essentially teaching the student life skills such as responsibility and perseverance.
I had this unmotivated student. He wouldn't complete the homework that I had given him and often fell asleep in class. I started to find out the reason behind his behavior and I used it to my advantage, Over…
Strengths:
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- Chemistry expert
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Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Alisha
Tutor Clarence Park, SA
A tutor can ensure a positive teaching learning environment where students feel free to explore knowledge with keen interest. I believe creating a friendly bond with students enable teacher to understand individual differences and cater to the educational needs accordingly. Creativity, empathy, flexibility and adaptability are few of my great…
Strengths:
- Masters in Education
- English specialist
- Creative lesson plan
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Heng Yi
Tutor Seacombe Gardens, SA
Responsible
Patience
Confidence - in the subjects a tutor teach
Creative - in teaching method and explains question
Friendly
Honesty - no one knows everything, be honest about what you don’t know rather than make up a wrong answer on the spot (pretend confident and under control), do some research and get back to the question :)) 1. I…
Strengths:
- USYD Dean's List
- Science tutoring exp
- Confidence focus
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Chinese
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Chiv Houng
Tutor Parkside, SA
I believe support and encouragement are the most important elements that me as a tutor can help my students. Some students do not like to be pushed, and they need time for themselves as well, so supporting and encouraging them will direct them towards success. Some other students may experience difficulties in study (do not get a good result), so…
Strengths:
- Teaching undergrad
- Science background
- Passionate learner
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Chinese
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Winston
Tutor Fullarton, SA
For me, the important thing that I can do for my students is helping them to build confidence. I guess most students tend to hire tutors not because they are not good at the subject somehow, but because they lack confidence and interest in it. Therefore, what I can do is to activate their interests and build up confidence in my way. There are…
Strengths:
- Confidence builder
- Patient approach
- Encourages questions
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
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Gauri
Tutor Fullarton, SA
1. Making them believe in themselves.
2. Training and assisting them to achieve successive goals through proven teaching-learning methods and performance strategies.
3. Enhancoing their performance through consistent practice, feedback and tracking.
4.Empowering them with the comprehensive knowledge, skills and attitudes. In my opinion, my…
Strengths:
- Academic excellence
- Goal-setting focus
- Progress tracking
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Nathasha
Tutor South Plympton, SA
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is provide a personal learning experience understanding their strengths and weaknesses. Furthermore, I believe it is important to provide a human connection, and be consistent such that these young learners believe their tutors really want the best for them. I'm very dedicated and would ensure…
Strengths:
- MEng degree
- STEM mentor exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Engineering Studies
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
English
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Yuehan
Tutor Fullarton, SA
-Providing the student with self confidence
-Help student develop interest in the subject
-Teach students self study techniques
-Help students achieve grades they didn't believe they could
-Bring out the best in students -I am able to find different methods of teaching the same topic
-I am patient and approachable
-I am confident in my…
Strengths:
- A+ Maths & Physics
- Youth orch tutor
- Music achievement
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Praharshitha
Tutor Seacombe Gardens, SA
I think an essential thing a tutor can do for their student is be empathetic! Often, for teachers, its hard to understand what students are feeling, since school and lifestyle has changed from the time they were students to now (in a global pandemic). Therefore, being an tutor who displays empathy about understanding what its like being a student…
Strengths:
- Clear communicator
- Team motivator
- Recent SA graduate
Subjects:
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Biology
English
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Jolene
Tutor Hyde Park, SA
Fostering a supportive & safe environment to encourage students to ask questions so I can understand their needs better. There is no such thing as silly questions! :)
Simplifying complex concepts into components that can hopefully be easier to digest/understand. As a tutor, my strength lies in my ability to understand students' objectives and…
Strengths:
- Dean’s List awards
- Finance expert
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Business Studies
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Nicholas
Tutor Hyde Park, SA
To get on the student level and explain things in depth so they can understand what they are working on. I am very patient and explain things very…
Strengths:
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- Clear explanations
- Special needs exp
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Biology
Science
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
English
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Nirmala Santhosh
Tutor Glenunga, SA
The most important thing that a tutor can do for a student would be able to understand the difficulties that a student faces and use this to help them understand the content. Along with this, the tutor should also be able to confidently show open communication and collaboration with the student to ensure lessons are as effective as possible Not…
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- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
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Physics
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Maths
Science
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For Lam
Tutor Oaklands Park, SA
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is to solve the student's academic problem and trying to understand the student. Meanwhile, the tutor should make sure the student won's lost their interest's in study. My strength as a tutor is that I am patient and friendly. As I was a student before I know that study is hard and it is…
Strengths:
- 95+ ATAR
- Mentoring exp
- Award-winner student
Subjects:
Maths
English
Chinese
Local Reviews
Inside HawthorndeneTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
Year 4 student Jamie focused on multiplication and division strategies, also practising worded problem solving using real-life money scenarios.
In Year 8, Sam worked through trigonometric equations and explored circular geometry concepts, using diagrams to visualise angle relationships within a circle.
Meanwhile, Year 11 student Chloe reviewed applications of integration in calculus and tackled magnetic induction problems relevant to senior physics coursework.
Recent Challenges
Several senior students, such as those in Year 11 and 12 Physics and Methods, had not completed enough independent revision between sessions—one tutor observed, "Hadn't done much revision between our last two sessions so needs to get plenty done before his two tests."
In a recent proof-writing task for Year 10 Maths, missing the first steps led to confusion about which equations to use.
Meanwhile, a Year 8 student struggled to remember how she solved time conversion problems from one week to the next; retention faltered without consistent practice. This left her unsure during homework and slower when new questions appeared.
Recent Achievements
One Hawthorndene tutor noticed a Year 9 student who had previously hesitated to ask for help now openly explaining their approach to tricky maths problems, showing new willingness to talk through their thinking.
In Year 11 physics, a student made excellent progress with magnetic induction—after struggling last term, he's now able to explain core concepts without prompting.
Meanwhile, a Year 5 learner who once guessed at time questions is now taking her time to check which operation is needed before answering, and finished her last session by correctly solving all time problems on her own.
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 Blackwood Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Hawthorndene Primary School.