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Tutors in Modbury Heights include high-achieving graduates, experienced teachers, subject specialists, and passionate mentors from top Australian universities. Many have received academic awards or hold advanced degrees, and all share a genuine commitment to helping students succeed.
Top Private Maths Tutors
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Vladimiros
Tutor Highbury, SA
Being able to identify the needs of the student. Encourage great work, even if it is a minor step in their learning to further develop their confidence in wanting to achieve and learn more. Patients and understands. Having two young school aged children myself being able to listen to their needs and finding ways to make learning fun, in a…
Strengths:
- Sales Strategist
- Clear communicator
- Team leadership
Subjects:
Maths
PDHPE
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Yas
Tutor Oakden, SA
I strongly believe in the idea behind the saying, teach a person how to fish, and you feed them for a lifetime. A tutor's role extends beyond just providing answers; it's about equipping students with problem-solving skills that they can apply across different subjects and real-world situations. My engineering degree has taught me how to break…
Strengths:
- Builds confidence
- Problem-solve focus
- Adapts to all levels
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
English
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Help Your Child Succeed in Maths
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Henry
Tutor Oakden, SA
Very often, students sell themselves short because they have not grasped basic concepts in school. Guiding students through their subjects can inspire them to reach for their goals. 1.) Patience,
2.) Communication,
3.) Explaining complex topics from first principles,
4.) Fostering a safe environment for making and learning from…
Strengths:
- Clear explanations
- Patient & supportive
- Conf boost focus
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
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Shashi
Tutor Highbury, SA
help them to learn new skills, time management strategies and assist them to overcome their weaknesses that preventing them to be successful in their studies. I have a several attributes that I see as strengths, such as rapport well with the students, listen to them, understand their weaknesses and strengths easily and I can explain same thing in…
Strengths:
- PhD Adelaide
- Uni teaching exp
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Aekam
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
Understand their aim, goal, personality alongside their needs/wants. I am
Very easy going, patient, understanding, and I like to make sure each problem is solved through proper steps, with a healthy amount of questioning and confirming of the students…
Strengths:
- Student mentor exp
- Leadership skills
- Wellbeing support
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Geography
English
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Pankaj
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
A true tutor in my terms
Who can understand or read the mind of child.
Because all five fingers of our hand are not of same size then how can be all the students could be same .
A tutor can develop great interest of student in the subject if he or she will teach well .
This the responsibility of tutor to make subject easy or more interesting…
Strengths:
- 7+ yrs teaching exp
- M.Sc. Chemistry
- Sci Olympiad coach
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Janvi
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
A tutor can certainly change a child's mindset towards any subject because it all depends on making the basics of a subject strong so that there is no further problem. i must mention that I personally believe that there is no such thing as a silly question, so whatever doubts a student might face even if he assumes it to be silly, I am always…
Strengths:
- Physics/Chem tutor
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Ellanie
Tutor Banksia Park, SA
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for students is to guide and assist them to complete assignments and homework rather than completing it for them. This will not only allow them to ask questions and gain a basic understanding of how to do a task, but it will also allow them to successfully complete a similar task without needing…
Strengths:
- 94+ ATAR
- SACE Merit award
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
English
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Zachary
Tutor Banksia Park, SA
Most importantly, a tutor can lead a student to realise what they are capable of. This kind of core belief change leads a student to have the self-confidence to reach their full potential, including their best learning. I am patient, understanding and compassionate. Even if a young person's lack of self-confidence results in negative behaviour, I…
Strengths:
- School vice-captain
- Youth mentor exp
- Academic awards
Subjects:
Maths
Ancient History
English
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Zibo
Tutor Windsor Gardens, SA
inspire interest
build confidence
motivate to do better
entertain
encourage
give examples
assign reachable tasks patience
being qualified
being able to adjust methodology
excellent knowledge of the subject
many years of teaching…
Strengths:
- Aust qual teacher
- 10+ yrs maths teach
- Expert in exam prep
Subjects:
Maths
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Murray
Tutor Tea Tree Gully, SA
Need to be a good listener.
Develop confidence with the student.
Provide a non-judgemental view or their learning.
Work from where they are and increase their development and understanding in the subject. Experience and the ability to listen to the student. In this way you find out where their strengths and weakness in a subject may exist.
I…
Strengths:
- 20+ yrs sci teaching
- SACE/VET specialist
- Senior school mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Legal Studies
Economics
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Darika
Tutor Oakden, SA
Reduce the difficulties a student face when leaning a particular subject and enhance the learning outcomes in terms of grades and skills. Make the student comfortable with subject matters. I have adequate qualifications and experience to teach a student. I believe that I have the ability to guide a student to perform well in his/her studies. I am…
Strengths:
- Master Data Science
- Uni teaching exp
- Published researcher
Subjects:
Maths
Software Dev
English
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Eunyoung
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I consider understanding and patience the most important things a tutor can do. Every student has different weaknesses and strengths and has different circumstances and learning abilities. By showing understanding and being patient, I believe it creates trust and reliability, allowing the student to open up more, and being confident in asking…
Strengths:
- 97+ ATAR
- Primary Ed (Hons)
- Peer tutor yrs 7-12
Subjects:
Maths
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usman
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
A tutor's best gift to a student is to prepare him for self study and be useful with the time. Also that respect everyone and constant learning and improvement is the key I can relate to most students and i can help them by being their friend and also i tend to make my students excel in studies as well as their lives in…
Strengths:
- Engineering Masters
- Clear explanations
- STEM focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
English
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Ankit
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
In school, teachers deliver lessons on a general teaching strategy, whereas the context and mindset of all the students are diverse. A tutor helps students to improve their learning by contextualizing their learning based on their learning needs, aligning with learning difficulties, and provide constant help and boosting up their confidence in…
Strengths:
- Masters in Education
- Maths & Science exp
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Online
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Ignatious
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
Understand help and support.
Adaptive learning and mentoring
Keeping student record (Making individual support plan) Passionate Teacher with a love for educating today's youth.Adapt in creating a comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum that meets education requirements and standards. Able to act as a facilitator of powerful learning…
Strengths:
- Custom study plans
- Curriculum expertise
- Adaptive mentoring
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Geography
English
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Yidi
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
1. Build Confidence: Help students believe in their own abilities by encouraging a growth mindset and celebrating their progress.
2. Provide Tailored Support: Adapt teaching methods to align with the student’s unique learning style and pace, addressing their specific challenges.
3. Foster Independence: Equip students with learning strategies…
Strengths:
- 3+ yrs tutoring exp
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
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Madison
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I believe that tutoring is extremely important and can give students help in classes they may be struggling in or provide them a way to get ahead in their classes. Learning is incredibly important and tutoring can provide students with the knowledge they need to thrive. I am currently studying for a bachelor of science and am incredibly passionate…
Strengths:
- Youth leadership exp
- Swim teaching kids
- Conflict resolution
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Ancient History
Modern History
English
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Yani
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, explain concepts in a way that makes sense to them, and create a safe space where they feel comfortable to ask questions and make mistakes. It’s also important to connect learning to real-life examples so students see the value of what they’re…
Strengths:
- UniSA Merit Award
- Clear explanations
- Student-centred
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Chinese
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George
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I consider the most important thing as a tutor is the success of my student academically through personalised lessons. I feel an obligation to ensure that my students pass or exceed in the topics they bring to the lessons and aim to empower them to create independent learners. I would say my strengths are being able to break down complex topics…
Strengths:
- STEM subjects grad
- School mentor roles
- Organised & diligent
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Yunsheng
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
Firstly, a positive relationship that creates an inclusive and secure learning environment.
Secondly, not only focusing on qualification skills but also subjectification (student agency) and socialisation (fitting into society), linking students' experience to learning.
Thirdly, teaching with a purpose, the ends (goals) and means…
Strengths:
- Master of Teaching
- Creative lessons
- Inclusive educator
Subjects:
Maths
Online
Chinese
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Pournami
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is make the student feel safe to be wrong. So many students disengage from learning because they're afraid of making mistakes or looking unintelligent. Once that fear is removed, real learning can happen. Beyond that, I think a tutor should personalise every session understanding where the student is…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Geography
English
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Vasundhara
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
The most important thing which I can do for a child is to make them a good human being by inculcating good values.
Being a mathematics educator I would love to remove phobia of Maths. I would love to share best practices of teaching methodology. 1)I am a good listener with which i first understand what exactly the problem is and then try to…
Strengths:
- 10+ yrs maths tutor
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Inside Modbury HeightsTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
In primary, tutoring often targets core arithmetic—addition, subtraction, times tables, fractions, and building number sense—while also pushing for deeper comprehension, not just rote rules. High school sessions shift to algebraic thinking, graphing, interpreting questions, and developing strong exam strategies. There’s a big emphasis on breaking down word problems, revisiting tricky homework, and test prep for NAPLAN or semester exams, always tailored to what each student finds hardest right now.
Recent Challenges
Some primary students rush through comprehension or maths tasks without fully reading instructions, leading to incomplete or off-target answers. In high school, it’s common for students to have scattered or unclear working, which makes multi-step problems harder to check and fix. Other frequent hurdles include forgetting materials, leaving homework unfinished, or spending revision time catching up on missed basics instead of moving forward—all of which can hold back progress and lead to confusion.
Recent Achievements
Tutors are noticing students becoming more proactive during lessons—regularly checking their own work, spotting errors, and making corrections without being asked. There’s a clear shift toward students verbalising their steps in maths and explaining their reasoning aloud, rather than rushing through problems. Tutors also report that learners are reviewing their test results with more care and taking the initiative to improve, showing greater confidence and ownership of their progress.
