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Knoxfield's tutors include a Master of Education-qualified school teacher and university lecturer, seasoned VCE maths specialists, Kumon and Akura Institute instructors with years of K–12 experience, peer mentors from Melbourne High and Mac.Robertson Girls' schools, ATAR 98+ and 96 achievers, academic award-winners, chess coaches, science Olympiad participants, and multilingual educators passionate about teaching.

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Alan

Chemistry Tutor Noble Park North, VIC
Motivating and encouraging students Guiding students towards their goals Passionate about maths Able to empathise with students, understand how they approach…
Ryan
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Ryan

Chemistry Tutor Glen Waverley, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do are to create a positive learning environment, identify a student's specific needs, and help them build both skills and confidence. A tutor should not only teach content but also develop good study habits and support students in becoming independent learners. One of my biggest strengths is being…
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Ngoc Kha Tu

Chemistry Tutor Springvale, VIC
It is important for the tutor to put effort in understanding the need of students and assist them to address their needs effectively. Because of that reason, the tutor needs to listen and competently apply their knowledge in order to improve student's learning. With appropriate guidance, the student can sucessfully acheive their goals and gain…
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Sarah

Chemistry Tutor Forest Hill, VIC
I belive that tutors are not merely teachers but mentors that guide students through their learning. Tutors, especially those who has been a student themselves are able to employ their experiences to provide advice to students on effective study methods and techniques that can truely build a student’s confidence for a certain subject. Having…
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Harrison

Chemistry Tutor Notting Hill, VIC
I believe the most important part of tutoring is being able to engage students who are struggling with content. It is important for a tutor to be able to ultlise their students interests and passions too the complex problems and engage them with the content more. I my strengths in regards to tutoring by breaking down the complex topics into…
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Emily

Chemistry Tutor Burwood East, VIC
I think the most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to help them develop a strong sense of confidence in their abilities. One strength, I feel, is that I have had experience in studying a very broad range of subjects - from classical music theory to forensic science - so I have been exposed to a great variety of teaching styles,…
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Shweta

Chemistry Tutor Notting Hill, VIC
-Tailor, customise and personalise lessons in an engaging and effective manner according to students' needs, styles and levels -Be flexible, patient and think on my feet during lessons -Use a variety of strategies and activities in lessons to explain and clarify concepts -Give students ample opportunities and resources to practice skills they…
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Alfred

Chemistry Tutor Notting Hill, VIC
1. A tutor giving off his best to explain the subjects to a student understanding. 2. A tutor encouraging his student not to give up when its hard and that it's possible to make good grades when they work at it. 3. A tutor motivating his student to ask questions anytime he is confused I am very patient when it comes to tutoring. Having time for…
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VINOTH

Chemistry Tutor Dandenong, VIC
To make him/her love the subject I tutor. Patience,knowledge, communication, character…
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Mohammad Towsif

Chemistry Tutor Clayton, VIC
A tutor is not just someone whose only job is to formally teach a student. A student needs a true mentor and guide just as much as he needs a teacher. This is where an actual tutor's true responsibility comes to play. As someone who was in a high school student very recently, I am well aware of the problems students actually face. Whether it…
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Avinash

Chemistry Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
For me the most important aspect of being a tutor is that I must be able to maintain my students motivation. Somewhat like a personal trainer. Most clients hire a personal trainer not solely for their instruction but for their motivation and I belive this also applies in tutoring. Secondly a tutor must be able to explain concepts and ideas on the…
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Gerald

Chemistry Tutor Blackburn South, VIC
Changing a student's attitude to enjoy the subject and want to learn more about the subject is definitely the most important thing a great tutor can do. A good attitude is key to succeeding in anything, not just school subjects. Strengths: - I am passionate, love teaching and mentoring, and familiar with the subject - I am very patient and I…

Local Reviews

Bridgette was thrilled with her session with Ahmed this afternoon.
Elizabeth

Inside KnoxfieldTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 3 student Paige worked on building speed and accuracy with double-digit addition and subtraction, as well as practising mental maths strategies for complementary numbers to ten.

Year 11 student Lily focused on balancing thermochemical equations in Chemistry and explored the production process and environmental impact of various fuels.

Meanwhile, Year 12 student Daniel tackled problems involving definite integrals—such as estimating area under curves—and reviewed differentiation techniques using chain rule applications in preparation for VCE exams.

Recent Challenges

A Year 10 student working ahead in VCE Maths Methods left some school assignment problems incomplete, which meant that gaps lingered and couldn't be addressed until the next session.

In senior Chemistry, one student often delayed sending lab reports to the tutor before class—"If Sarah can send me the report a day earlier, we'll save time for feedback"—resulting in less time to tackle misconceptions or extend her analysis.

Meanwhile, a Year 7 student's tendency to rely on hands or number lines during subtraction led to hesitation when faced with numbers above 20; this slowed mental calculation and caused uncertainty when new combinations appeared.

Recent Achievements

One Knoxfield tutor noticed a big shift with Sarah in Year 12 Chemistry—she's now coming to sessions ready with her own questions and even prepares materials ahead of time, showing far more initiative than before.

Another high school student recently started pinpointing and correcting her own homework mistakes during lessons, something she hadn't done independently until now.

In a primary session, a younger learner who previously hesitated with vertical addition is now breezing through problems quickly and rarely makes errors.

Last week, Sarah finished her practical report without needing any extra support from the tutor.

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 Rowville Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Carrington Primary School.