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Alonso
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Do not try to impose the thought that he believes the correct solution and try to explain to the student how to arrive at the reasoning that gives the answer. I consider that I have a fairly dense knowledge in mathematics and I am able to approach problems from different perspectives to ensure that the student understands it. I am also quite…
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The most important outcome of tutoring is for students to receive learning skills catered to their individual needs. Building a foundation of work ethic and problem solving which will continue to serve them throughout their education. I believe that I create a comfortable environment for a student to learn. I explain problems clearly and make sure…
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Veron
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My aim is to not just make my students pass exams; but to go above and beyond in their learning to surpass what they thought was possible. I strive to create an atmosphere of joy and inspiration, whilst encouraging perseverance and direction for a student in their studies. Most importantly, I support my students to create a vision of who they want…
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The tutor is not only teaching but also shaping good learning habits of the students. The improvement is not only reflected on grades but also the attitude towards study. I can explain problems to student in intuitive and explicit way as well as help them developing a habit of self-reflection and self…
Raymond
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The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to not only teach them, but allow them to be independent and learn. My strengths as a tutor includes that: I am patient, I find different methods to teach, and I try to understand them and teach them in a way how I understood…
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Helping them in their studies and aid them in obtaining a high grade for their future career pathways. To add up, I also think that a tutor is an influential impact on the students' educational life and work life. I am calm in teaching as well as understanding when a student is struggling. I will help as much as I can in teaching them and making…
Jai
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Aside from attempting to push the students academic abilities to new heights, I believe that a tutor can provide valuable insight regarding life as a whole. Such as being able to transfer the skills acquired in solving mathematical equations, to solving problems in real life. My key strengths would be that I believe I can explain concepts which…
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I think listening to different students is the most important thing for a tutor because students all have their differences and needs different approaches to their learning, so understanding what they need is always the first and most important step. I think that my biggest strength is my flexibility and willingness to always learn and try new…
Yusuf
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I believe that encouraging the creation of ideas and allowing students to assemble their own ideas and thoughts is a good way to promote creativity. I challenge my students to be free-thinkers and am always open to suggestions from them. Uniqueness and originality are rewarded. Hence, these attributes will allow them to be confident and well…
Daniel
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Guide the student and not give them the answer straight away. Let them develop the critical thinking needed for each type of problem. This is especially important in programming. You might get away with memorizing solutions to specific questions in maths or chemistry but in programming, each problem is unique and you really need to understand the…
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I believe that a tutor should support the student and offer a number of different viewpoints and learning techniques suited to the individual. I also believe that a tutor should be patient, as learning takes time and should foster a fun and comfortable learning environment as well as motivating the student. I believe I posses a number of strengths…
Daniel
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The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be a guide, gently pushing the student on the right path to discovering the answer themselves, rather than outright telling them the answer. My passion for maths as well as my ability to be understanding and patient with a…
Shrohith Reddy
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Besides the Academic part, a tutor can build confidence and impart positive attitude to the student, so that they can be successful in all walks of life. Ability to engage children and teaching them in an effective…
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The most important things a tutor can do for a student are: - Making learning enjoyable when possible - Changing approaches to teaching a topic if the student does not understand it from one approach - Sticking through with the student even if they take a while to understand a topic - Teaching the student without belittling them My strengths…
Karl
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Showing a student how his courses relate to real life situations and make him appreciate them. Giving the student a passion for learning and for knowledge. Teaching a student the value of knowledge which teachers at school often don’t have enough time to do. I know how to help a student connect dots between different concepts and subjects to…
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Teach obviously! but i think if the tutor can make the lessons as fun as possible so that the student looks forward to them as something enjoyable rather than as purely work, the best results will occur. I am an excellent communicator and can teach via example quite effectively in almost any subject. I am easily able to match my communication…
Monica
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The most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to inspire the students to develop a curiosity for learning and to explore the subject more. My strengths are that I am a very good listener and I am easily able to be empathetic towards kids. I am friendly and approachable. Also, I have good knowledge of my subject matter, so that I…
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Understand his situation. Usually, they don't have a clear understanding of the basics and it is extremely important to know what level do they have and practice what might be the hardest. I believe that one of the most important things is making the student see that the subject is easy. Explain everything in a simple understandable way and…
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The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to inspire and empower them to become independent, confident learners. To achieve that you always have to be understanding and empathetic, while clearly understanding the students problem areas and working them out collaboratively. Over the years I have always helped my little brother with…
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help encourage them develope skills for a lifetime of learning I have a brother who spent 6 years as a math teacher. I have had second hand exposure to how to teach math. I also have Knowledge about the various appllication of maths through my engineering…
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A tutor can make a student love the subject he/she hates. The most important thing for a tutor is to understand the student, his/her interests, aptitude, and what he/she is inclined towards. If you have a basic idea of the student mindset you can develop techniques to make them understand the subject in a way they don't find it hard. Gamification…
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I think tutors must be able to assist students with subjects in depth and be able to explain concepts in an understandable manner. They should also be able to, and be willing to go at the speed of the student. I think I am easily approachable, and can easily talk to students of any ages. I'm also motivated and a good…
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I consider the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to create an environment where the student is unafraid to ask questions, ask for help, and nurture a self-motivated attitude through communication and trust. My strength as a tutor is understanding the frustrations of a student feeling stuck due to the lack of help. I can look…

Local Reviews

Lia is really enthusiastic about the help that Jennifer is providing which as a mother is very exciting and comforting.
Helen, Brighton-le-Sands

Inside BanksiaTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 5 student Sasha practised measurement skills by working through questions from Chapter 8 and also received support on specific homework problems.

In Year 10, James revised simultaneous equations using the elimination method and focused on understanding coefficients through step-by-step examples.

For Year 12, Charlotte completed practice questions on networks, rates, and ratios directly aligned with the Standard Mathematics syllabus to prepare for upcoming assessments.

Recent Challenges

A Year 9 student tackling networks found it difficult to memorise key definitions and formulas, which slowed progress; as the tutor noted, "explaining the parts of the topic he didn't understand was hard without repeating myself."

In Year 7 algebra, another student consistently avoided writing out working for equations, making sign errors harder to catch.

For a primary creative writing task, one child hesitated to try new ideas out of fear of mistakes—leading to less original responses.

Meanwhile, in senior trigonometry revision, incomplete homework limited the depth of discussion and practice on advanced problems.

Recent Achievements

One Banksia tutor noticed a Year 11 student who, after struggling with ratios in the past, began identifying calculation errors independently and even caught a mistake before the tutor did during a complex networks problem.

In another high school session, a student who used to skip showing working for algebra now writes out each step and talks through her process aloud without prompting, making it much easier to catch mistakes early.

Meanwhile, a younger primary student recently started asking for extra worksheets on mixed numerals—something she previously avoided—and now tries new fraction problems by herself before seeking help.

What they say about our tutoring

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We couldn't be happier. Both girls are enjoying the tutoring with Jackie, and feel they are learning something new each week.

Kymberley has clicked quite well with Gayan and she seems to be very happy with him.

Annalise has settled and is working well with Sam.  He's a great tutor, very attentive and makes her think!

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 Bayside Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Arncliffe Public School.