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What do I enjoy most about tutoring? 😁
What I enjoy most about tutoring is helping students move from confusion to understanding, particularly in mathematics, where small breakthroughs can significantly elevate both confidence and ability. I enjoy finding different ways to explain a concept until it resonates with the student, as effective learning often comes down to presenting an idea in a way that matches their individual learning style. Seeing students develop confidence in their own abilities and succeed through their own understanding is one of the most rewarding aspects of tutoring.My Strengths as Tutor 💪
I genuinely enjoy mathematics, and I try to make that energy visible when I am tutoring. I think that my joy towards this commonly unfavoured subject helps create a positive learning environment, where students feel more comfortable asking questions and engaging with the material.Most important things I can do for a student 🏅
A key responsibility of a tutor is to build students confidence and foster a strong sense of capability, particularly when they encounter challenges. I approach my teaching by breaking complex problems into manageable, digestible steps rather than simply providing answers or jumping to conclusions. Once a solid foundation of understanding has been established, I gradually increase the complexity and pace of the material. This approach enables students to see their progress, develop independent problem-solving skills, and ultimately reach their full potential.Tutoring students in 👦 👧
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About Mikayla
High School and Tertiary Education
During my VCE studies, I completed Mathematical Methods, with my results reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence. I am currently halfway through a double degree comprising a Bachelor of Mathematics and a Bachelor of Secondary Education.
Work experience
As part of my studies, I completed my first teaching placement at a public college, working closely with experienced teachers to support and deliver lessons from Year 7 Mathematics to Year 12 Vocational Major (VM). I have been employed as an education and administrative assistant, mentoring high school students to improve study habits, time management, and academic performance.
Hobbies
As much as I enjoy analytical thinking, I equally value artistic expression. I am an independent artist with a particular focus on charcoal drawing, and I also enjoy knitting and upcycling clothing. I am currently knitting a blanket and attend weekly drawing classes to continue developing my artistic practice. I am also an experienced traveller, having backpacked solo extensively throughout Europe and South-East Asia. These experiences have strengthened my independence, adaptability, and appreciation for different cultures, and I hope to one day combine my passion for travel and education by teaching abroad.
Recent Tutoring Comments:
Conversion between improper and mixed fractions, and understanding division equations as fractions.
Conversion between improper and mixed fractions, and understanding division equations as fractions.
Manipulation of long division - sometimes steps were mixed around and numbers were put in the wrong place using the bus stop method. We will continue to work on this!
Reading numbers - this visibly improved during the lesson. Learning how to manipulate a long multiplication and properly set up the question. Great job!
Reading numbers - this visibly improved during the lesson. Learning how to manipulate a long multiplication and properly set up the question. Great job!
Lets play around with long division a little bit more, especially when working with remainders.
Understanding how to convert improper fractions to mixed fractions.
Understanding how to convert improper fractions to mixed fractions.
Retaining the process of long division. Going to use the next lesson to consolidate understanding of how to perform this process.