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Somerton's tutors feature a 26-year veteran maths and science teacher, an English and maths tutor with over a decade of private and school experience, multiple university scholars with Olympiad distinctions and top VCE/ATAR results, experienced primary teachers and assistants, and passionate STEM mentors skilled in coaching, mentoring, and supporting K–12 students.
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Shaheer Yar
Science Tutor Fawkner, VIC
That the Student wants to study more making it a enjoyable experience. I love maths and I makes maths…
Strengths:
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- Biz analytics exp
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Subjects:
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Kelly
Science Tutor Craigieburn, VIC
Help them make improvements, both small and significant ones. I'm especially good with kids and I communicate well as an engaging, attentive and patient tutor.…
Strengths:
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- Strong communicator
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Fatima
Science Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
Following are the most important things a tutor can do :
-Assure the student that nothing is difficult and a tutor's job is to explain any concept as many ways as possible and as many times as possible until the student is fully satisfied and confident enough
-Use videos and interactive tools to explain concepts
-Tutor is there to help and give…
Strengths:
- Golden Key Honor Soc
- Primary yrs expert
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Science
English
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Vishal
Science Tutor Craigieburn, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do is be flexible to cater to the students needs, allowing them to gain valuable knowledge quicker than usual. A tutor should be perceived as a role model for the student to allow them to be mutually respected and gain trust in the learning journey. A tutor should connect with students on a level beyond simply…
Strengths:
- 95+ ATAR
- Chem/Maths awards
- Peer support leader
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Standard 
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Sufyan
Science Tutor Wollert, VIC
Help students grasp concepts deeply rather than just memorizing information.
Customize teaching methods to suit each student's unique learning style and pace. I enjoy finding creative ways to explain difficult topics and keep learning engaging.
I understand the challenges of learning and work to build student's confidence and…
Strengths:
- VCE Honours Roll
- 44 Gen Maths Score
- Academic Scholar
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Shatha
Science Tutor Craigieburn, VIC
Boosting a student's confident because often times, the students who seek out tutoring are embarrassed to tell others that they receive tutoring out of fear of being judged as less intelligent but when those kids come to a tutor for help, the best thing that a tutor can do for them is to encourage them so that as they progress into their schooling…
Strengths:
- Conf boost focus
- Adapts to pace
- Patient explainer
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Vaishnavi
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
The most important thing I can do for a student is to help them grow personally and academically. I love to communicate with children and i think communication plays a key role while sharing our knowledge.
Secondly, Patience is the most important thing one should have when it comes to becoming a tutor. Having said that, I have a lot of…
Strengths:
- Confidence focus
- Maths talent quest
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
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Lilian
Science Tutor Oak Park, VIC
I understand that learning can sometimes be challenging, and I approach each student with empathy and encouragement. Building strong relationships is key to effective tutoring, and I take the time to understand the unique needs and aspirations of each student. This enables me to provide personalized guidance and support on their academic journey.…
Strengths:
- Uni Scholar & Dux
- STEM tutoring exp
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Proven 
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Ruturaj
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
I think one of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to help them become an independent and critical thinker who are unfraid of taking on unknown and challenging problems. I also believe that having an open and safe communication space with the students so they feel free and comfortable to express themselves in the classrooms.…
Strengths:
- PhD Chemical Eng
- Uni teaching exp
- Research mentor
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Impressive 
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Kamar
Science Tutor Craigieburn, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, foster a genuine understanding of the subject and support them in becoming independent learners. A great tutor not only helps with immediate challenges but also teaches strategies for problem-solving and critical thinking. Creating a safe and encouraging…
Strengths:
- Year 12 student
- Peer tutoring exp
- Strong communicator
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
PDHPE
English
Psychology
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Proven 
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Harshi
Science Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
As a tutor, I consider it essential to establish a positive connection not only with the students but also with their parents. It is more significant for a tutor to offer support and guidance to students, leading them toward a beneficial path, rather than imposing additional pressure or burdens on them. As a tutor, I take pride in my versatility…
Strengths:
- Adapts to learners
- Custom strategies
- Builds student trust
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
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Navroop Singh
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
Change of a student's viewpoint towards a subject. Once the attitude is changed rest is easy. Science is the study of natural laws and math is the universal language. We are studying nature in science and writing it down in math. It is very important for a student to feel connection to a subject. Not every student has the same thought process,…
Strengths:
- Pres Gold Medal
- Uni Melb Masters
- 4 yrs STEM teaching
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
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Ellen
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be there for the student. When a student may feel sad about a grade or a mark they received from a test, it is always important for the tutor to sit down with the student and talk to the student about what they could have done well in the test but also to acknowledge the things they also…
Strengths:
- Science uni student
- VCE Chem & Bio
- Award-winning leader
Subjects:
Maths
Science
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Mashnoon
Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
I will be there to support a student to grow to become an independent learner. I will be there to build the student's confidence so that the student can succeed with flying colours. I believe I have the ability to empower students to become independent learners which will help them in school and in further stages in their lives. I am also…
Strengths:
- 5+ yrs uni teaching
- Dist. MSc UniMelb
- STEM expert
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
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Simon
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
A tutor's role is to create a supportive environment, provide personalized guidance, clear explanations, constructive feedback, and empower students to be confident and independent learners. I excel in personalized instruction, leveraging vast knowledge to offer clear explanations and guidance for complex…
Strengths:
- PhD qualified
- 10+ yrs uni teaching
- Patient & supportive
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Impressive 
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Ey you
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do are to build a student’s confidence, explain concepts clearly, and provide consistent support. A good tutor should be patient, listen to the student’s difficulties, and help them develop problem-solving skills rather than just giving answers. Encouraging independence and motivation is also…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
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Antra
Science Tutor Reservoir, VIC
Not every student learns the same way hence it is vital that a tutor establishes their student's position before commencing with any tutoring. Whether it is administer examination, discussion or assessment a tutor should gather adequate information to verify their student's needs to create an individual approach for their learning. I am…
Strengths:
- 10+ yrs tutoring exp
- Maths & sci focus
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Impressive 
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Beyza
Science Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
If you can make your students shine and bring their own strengths to the forefront, you've won. You have to believe in them before they believe in themselves and if you're in tune with your student and can bring out all their hidden gems, there's nothing that could compare. I think I'm pretty engaging and just enjoy expressing myself. If I'm…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
Online
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Genevieve
Science Tutor Mickleham, VIC
Make them feel that there are no stupid questions and make sure they’re comfortable I connect to each student personally and apply real world scenarios to the content to help them understand it…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Exceptional 
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Joju
Science Tutor Mill Park, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is give students the right direction and support so they can build confidence and excel on their own. One of my biggest strengths as a tutor is that I’m always willing to learn. If there’s something I’m not fully confident about, I make time to understand it properly—because I believe I can…
Strengths:
- 5+ yrs analytics exp
- Power BI certified
- Data-driven mentor
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Economics
Business Studies
Info Processing
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Proven 
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Devanshu
Science Tutor Epping, VIC
The primary reason why a student may hire a tutor is to give them the in-depth understanding of "Why" the concept is the way it hence. Hence, explaining them the core concept, which enables them to solve the problems during their exams and assignments without having any second doubts. Additionally, as a part of tutor, it is my responsibility to…
Strengths:
- Real-life examples
- Clear explanations
- Deakin MBA
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Economics
Business Studies
English
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Tanisha
Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
1. Be supportive of their learning progression.
2. Build a great motivating rapport with the student
3. Make them see beyond marks and towards education and becoming a better human being. I am friendly and approachable . I can easily strike a conversation and build a great rapport with people.
I am open to new perspectives and new ways of…
Strengths:
- Motivating rapport
- Supportive approach
- Growth mindset focus
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Economics
Business Studies
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
English
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Senthil Benish Shylas
Science Tutor Coburg North, VIC
As a student myself, the important things a tutor can do for a student can provide a clear and simple explanation and help them how to break down a given problem and apply the learned concept in real-life scenarios. And, another important point to note is that every student is unique, so as a tutor, I should be able to adapt to the teaching style…
Strengths:
- Melb Uni Masters
- Teamwork focus
- Flexible weekends
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Proven Local Reviews
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Content Covered
Year 8 student Sohaila revisited the split strategy for three-digit by two-digit multiplication, followed by targeted division problems to reinforce prior learning.
Year 10 student Keshan focused on rearranging equations in coordinate geometry, solving for gradient and y-intercept, and practiced expanding and simplifying algebraic expressions using step-by-step examples.
For Year 6, Zoyi worked through an English assessment that included comprehension, spelling, grammar, and paragraph writing skills to address areas of difficulty.
Recent Challenges
In Year 10 English, a student often struggled to connect evidence to broader themes in text responses; as one tutor observed, "she tended to describe events rather than analyse their impact." This limited the depth of her essays.
In Year 7 mathematics, another student needed reminders to complete assigned homework and showed difficulty managing time during multi-step algebra tasks—unfinished questions meant missed feedback opportunities.
Meanwhile, a Year 3 learner's written work was hard to follow due to inconsistent punctuation and paragraphing, making it challenging for her to proofread effectively. By lesson's end, fatigue sometimes led to skipped steps or incomplete practice.
Recent Achievements
A tutor in Somerton noticed one Year 10 student, who previously hesitated to seek clarification, now independently identifies her weak spots in English essays and actively asks for targeted feedback—something she never did before.
In Year 7 maths, a student who once guessed at multiplication strategies is now confidently applying the split strategy to tackle both two-digit by two-digit and three-digit by two-digit problems without prompting.
Meanwhile, a Year 4 learner recently began solving worded maths questions on her own after initially struggling to decode what each question was really asking, finishing an entire worksheet with just one prompt.
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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 Craigieburn Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Roxburgh Park Primary School.