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Alexander is an engineering and science student who excelled in advanced secondary subjects, including Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. This strong academic background means he understands the level of thinking and problem-solving needed for high school maths and science, and can break complex ideas into clear, step-by-step explanations. He focuses on building both skills and confidence, helping students tackle everything from algebra and calculus to tricky physics questions with a more relaxed, βI can do thisβ mindset.
Alexander already works as a tutor within a school environment, supporting students from Years 7 to 12 in Mathematics and French through both individual and small-group sessions. He is used to aligning with classroom expectations, preparing students for tests and exams, and filling gaps that might be holding them back. In his sessions, he encourages students to talk through their working, uses past questions to practise exam-style thinking, and shows them how to check their own answers so they can become more independent learners.
As a current university student who recently completed secondary school, Alexander relates easily to what students are going through β from homework load to exam nerves. His background in competitive basketball and regular gym training influences his tutoring style: he treats improvement like training, using short, focused practice and clear goals to track progress. He brings a calm, good-humoured presence to lessons, helping even anxious students feel comfortable asking questions and willing to persist when the work gets challenging.
Recent Tutoring Comments:
Addition and subtraction of negative numbers.
Addition and subtraction of negative numbers.
Some difficulties multiplying and dividing negative numbers, as well as comprehension of more challenging worded problems.
Multiplying and dividing whole numbers. Understanding what is required from worded problems.
Multiplying and dividing whole numbers. Understanding what is required from worded problems.
Multiplying and dividing fractions. Knowing where to put the decimal point when doing these steps.
Understanding the wording behind more complex problems. Good ability to break down different parts of a question.
Understanding the wording behind more complex problems. Good ability to break down different parts of a question.
Being able to quickly convert between units, e.g. m to cm
Area/perimeter calculations, volumes of simple shapes.
Area/perimeter calculations, volumes of simple shapes.
Composite shapes; calculating volume and area.