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English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Listen to the students and there needs. Also communicating clearly the topics students want help with and not avoiding or judging the student when they need extra help I\'ve always found it easy to explain in another way a topic that might be considered…
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Monil
English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
The most important things you can do for a student as a tutor.
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- Listen to their struggles and try to understand where they are coming from.
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English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
I do think it's very important a student never feels judged or stressed from the pressure of learning, as that can taint their experience for a long time before they are comfortable again to engage actively. It's crucial tutors are understanding of how a student is feeling and supports them as much as possible in moments of confusion and…
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Sabine
English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
Make sure that their goals are met or worked towards, and that they feel confident about the subject and learn tools and strategies to assist in this subject. I am very patient and understanding, helpful and kind. I aim to meet students goals and help them set realistic expectations on what they can achieve. I am flexible in my approach and try…
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English Tutor Kilsyth, VIC
A tutor can help a student get more fluent, confident and clear about concepts and working. When they have someone who makes learning effective, fun and interactive it makes learning fun and worthwhile. I do believe in providing a lot of practice and exposure to many different ways of doing a problem and a tutor has to be that someone who guides…
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Subjects:
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Jon
English Tutor Kilsyth, VIC
Throughout my tertiary studies, I have found that the key to learning anything is finding the point of interest for a person and developing that area so that the subject as a whole becomes enjoyable. For any student, progress will naturally vary and giving them that support and encouragement to persevere and overcome hurdles in their learning is,…
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Legal Studies
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English
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Sanjay
English Tutor Boronia, VIC
One of the most important things that a tutor can do for their students is create a safe learning environment for them where they are not judged and can openly ask questions as I believe this will truly allow them to gain deep understanding in the content they are learning which is what I think is crucial in any learning aspect as understanding is…
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Subjects:
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Business Studies
English
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Lillian
English Tutor Croydon, VIC
To prepare suitable lesson notes that meet the students' langauge needs, and also inculcate an interest in reading and learning. There is also the need to get the student to do written work to practise his language and analysis skills, and provide him criticl feedback to improve. I am capable of showing empathy, patience and ceaseless…
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- 10+ yrs Eng tutor
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Subjects:
Maths
English
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Daniel
English Tutor Kilsyth, VIC
Like I briefly mentioned earlier, I think it is important to look at being a mentor rather than a teacher. It is a far more personal and direct experience working with one or maybe a few students at a time rather than an entire classroom, so it is vital to establish actual relationships with your students and ensure that they can apply the work…
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- Maths specialist
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Chemistry
Maths
Science
Business Studies
English
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Rakshan
English Tutor Bayswater North, VIC
I believe that being willing and available to teach the same topic until the student understands is essential. Also being available to answer any questions that the student may have is imperative as tutors should be encouraging questions. As asking questions is one the best ways that a student consolidates their learning. My strengths are…
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Subjects:
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English
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Caitlyn
English Tutor Bayswater North, VIC
I consider being able to help a student understand topics at the student's own pace is important. Doing this through being patient and by providing simple, broken-down explanations of ideas as well as different ways of explaining things is crucial for a tutor to successfully teach a student. I believe I am able to explain things in different ways…
Strengths:
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Subjects:
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English
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Sama
English Tutor Bayswater North, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is to help them be their best they can be and to motivate, engage and encourage them to achieve their academic goals. My strengths are:
Bi-lingual in persian and english
Organised
Great computer skills
great communication skills
Respectful
Patient
Great interpersonal…
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- 8+ yrs child support
- Cert IV Ed Support
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
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English
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Muthu
English Tutor Bayswater, VIC
Understanding the strength and weakness of the student
Helping the student achieve their goals
Showing them easier ways to learn and remember the subject, so they stay interested Strong communication skills with relevant experience
Excellent group and team management
Patient and kind
Certified coach for kids…
Strengths:
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- Book author
Subjects:
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English
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Sethini
English Tutor Ferntree Gully, VIC
It is important to receive feedback from the students regarding areas they need help with and what teaching techniques they prefer. This helps tailor a better session that is helpful for them and ensures they fully understand the content being taught. I am good at breaking down problems into smaller manageable steps, I explain complicated problems…
Strengths:
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- Peer support focus
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y
English Tutor Rowville, VIC
I believe that offering support and further understanding into the subject in question is the most important role of a tutor. As a tutor, ensuring that a student's misunderstandings and queries in an area are explained and clarified is very important. Giving the student a deeper understanding to truly grasp a concept is core as a tutor.
To…
Strengths:
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- Clear communicator
- Adaptable approach
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English
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Adithya
English Tutor Rowville, VIC
Always being able to coach using multiple methods, and finding out what works best. If the student learns well then the tutor is successful I am able to calm and soothe stressed students who may feel overwhelmed or frustrated with their lack of progress. I went through similar things so I can assist with…
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- Assess marking exp
- Report writing skill
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English
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Munir
English Tutor Rowville, VIC
Encourage and empower the student to continue learning and believe that they can learn the content they are about to learn. This opens the student up to actually learning and without this it is difficult to make significant and consistent progress. I am an empathetic and encouraging personality. I feel these strengths can help open up a student to…
Strengths:
- Academic scholarship
- High Distinction AMC
- Maths yrs 7-12 focus
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English
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Lina
English Tutor Wantirna South, VIC
Definitely detailed explanations on the process, so a full understanding is uncovered for the student.
When I was in high school, class can only teach you so much - I used to go after school to my teachers to seek help and get the deeper understanding of the content.
Tutoring is there as an extra support for the student, I think it's important…
Strengths:
- Essay writing help
- Mentoring exp
- Monash MSc student
Subjects:
Maths
Business Studies
English
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Charles
English Tutor Wantirna South, VIC
The most important things a tutors can do for a student is to help them with learning by giving it attention to detail and the developmental tools they need that they wouldn't be able to get in regular schooling, through either not enough resources, lack of knowledge or split attention from work, life, or play balance. I think my strengths are a…
Strengths:
- IT & maths degree
- Project leader exp
- Organised mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Info Processing
English
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Deborah
English Tutor Knoxfield, VIC
I consider being a friend and a good listener first so that they can tell their problems of learning and we can sort it out together.
I also think motivating the student even if it a small success would impact them in a good way.
Adaptable to change my teaching skills in order to be fun and engaging depending on the student. As a tutor my…
Strengths:
- Dean’s List award
- 5+ yrs tech exp
- Scholarship winner
Subjects:
Maths
Info Processing
English
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Ojas
English Tutor Croydon, VIC
Help then understand the concepts, rather than just telling them, show examples, things they can relate to and answer questions such as "why?" rather than just state a paragraph from theory i was once a student who had multiple tutors, and im confident that i'll be able to explain concepts and help students understand what they are learning,…
Strengths:
- Maths awards
- Problem-solving
- IT student Monash
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
English
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Lareb
English Tutor Mooroolbark, VIC
Giving them the confidence they need to excel in my opinion is a key component of a tutor. Being involved with children and adjusting teaching styles according to requirements of students. I believe, being involved and genuine with children helps them grow interest and boosts their confidence that makes them believe in their…
Strengths:
- Psychology student
- Strong communicator
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Economics
English
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William
English Tutor Croydon South, VIC
Inspiration and motivation.
Encouraging students to like the material they study, and want to master the subject's content to achieve their academic goals. Patience and vision.
I'm able to listen to others to understand their perception of a given problem to see where a lack of understanding is. Then, guide the student to understand the theory…
Strengths:
- 1st Hons Eng/Sc
- Lab demonstrator exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
English
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Experience:
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Inside SassafrasTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
Year 5 student Daniel worked on multiplying larger numbers and times tables for speed, tackled area and perimeter using diagrams, and practiced simplifying fractions.
In Year 8, Tanya focused on identifying the main idea in comprehension texts and began writing Tanka poetry, while also exploring persuasive language techniques through brainstorming activities.
Meanwhile, Year 11 student Vien refined essay planning by developing arguments for a practice English SAC and practiced making written responses more concise.
Recent Challenges
In Year 10 mathematics, one student avoided harder algebra questions and repeatedly focused on familiar topics; as noted, "sometimes tries to avoid harder tasks and prioritises known topics," which slowed progress with new concepts.
In Year 11 English, another student's essay responses lacked original examples and critical thinking—she needed more time "to come up with a range of different and unique examples for each essay."
A senior student preparing for VCE struggled to recall older content under test conditions, making it difficult to apply the right techniques in complex exam questions. Forgotten methods resurfaced during revision sessions, creating last-minute stress before assessments.
Recent Achievements
One Sassafras tutor noticed that a Year 3 student, Tanya, who was initially shy about reading aloud, now volunteers to do so and is more willing to talk through her thinking when answering questions.
In Year 8 maths, Daniel used to hesitate on his times tables even when correct, but now works through multi-digit multiplication problems with much less prompting and can explain where he gets stuck instead of guessing.
Meanwhile, in VCE English, Tasia has started setting clearer goals for herself during essay planning and independently restructured her paragraphs for clarity by the end of the session.
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 Monbulk Reading Room—or at your child's school (with permission), like Sassafras Primary School.