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Braeside's tutors include an ATAR 98.50 achiever with multiple academic awards and Premier's Award for VCE Accounting, a Maths study score 46 recipient and school Dux, Monash-trained science and maths educators, experienced K–12 English and peer mentors, youth council leaders, competition awardees, accomplished coaches, and university students pursuing teaching, mathematics, IT, law and engineering.

Christian
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Christian

English Tutor Keysborough, VIC
In fact, I grew up having a few tutors but found that they all lacked one thing - constant support. I feel an english tutor should always make themselves available to assist their students outside of class hours. I also feel that tutors should never appear intimidating to their students. I am the lead altar server at my church, and all current…
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Raquella

English Tutor Parkdale, VIC
To teach students that it is okay to be wrong or make mistakes as long as you correct it afterwards. It is important to attempt to answer each question on a test and work sheet as if you attempt it then you might get some points on your final grade. It is also important to become self confident and trust that you can tackle any problem. I will…
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Teagan
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Teagan

English Tutor Mentone, VIC
I tailor my teaching style to the individual and learn works best for them, whether that be thorough worked examples, conversational learning, visualizing topics I can be flexible in how I tutor. I have the ability to explain concepts in a variety of ways to ensure that my students have a concrete understanding of the content and the context that…
Dilme
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Dilme

English Tutor Springvale South, VIC
The most important thing is ensuring you build confidence in a students understanding of the subject as a whole as it is through this that a student would be able to face any questions that may be posed to them and have confidence within themselves that they are able to understand the topics given throughout their learning. Without this, you would…
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Meghana

English Tutor Keysborough, VIC
I believe that the most important thing about an english tutor is their ability to motivate and encourage a student in their learning journey. A tutor must be able to show enthusiasm and positivity towards learning, and rather than using rote learning techniques, to engage the student so that they can demonstrate longevity in their education. It…
Sonakshi
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Sonakshi

English Tutor Cheltenham, VIC
I think the most important thing an english tutor can do is make a student feel heard and valued. Giving them full attention and creating a space where they feel comfortable enough to ask questions and even make mistakes allows real learning to happen. I focus on building a personal connection so they trust the process, while also guiding them to…
Dean
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Dean

English Tutor Beaumaris, VIC
My main priority as an english tutor has always been to develop a love, or at least form of passion, from the student regarding whatever I teach. From first hand experience I know that it is almost impossible to truly devote effort and time into a subject you can't stand. Thus, I believe a tutor must help provide a path for more effective learning…
charlotte
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charlotte

English Tutor Beaumaris, VIC
I think first and foremost, the most important thing an english tutor can do is improve a student's confidence in their academic abilities. improving a student's self confidence enables them to not only feel more comfortable participating in class but also makes them believe that they actually know the content and can understand the information.…
Ibrahim
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Ibrahim

English Tutor Noble Park, VIC
A tutor must possess the skills of raising the subject interest of a student. He must grow a problem solving mindset inside the student and prepare him to be up for challenges. I demonstrate using various examples. I explain using audio visuals and multimedia. As a tutor, I am patient and clear the concepts of the students…
Cynthia
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Cynthia

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Motivate students to learn and grow in their field of studies and pass on valuable experience to students. In addition to that, help them enjoy the process of learning and do well in their studies. I am a high achiever and I enjoy sharing study tips with students to help them gain good grades in their…
Feifan
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Feifan

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
Pushing them to become the best versions of themselves, inspiring creativity to allow them to work smartly, allowing them to enjoy not only studying, but also their co-curricular activities such as their hobbies. Being understanding of the students and their circumstances, communicating with not only the students but also my fellow colleagues to…
Jamie
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Jamie

English Tutor Carrum, VIC
I believe that every student has their own unique learning process so I need to be able to cater and adapt to each student and their style. This is done to maximise the student's learning ability and our tutoring sessions together. Developing a trusting and secure relationship is crucial to success when it comes to the student as since the student…
Manya
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Manya

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Make them understand the concept in the simplest way and able to listen there point of view, and be patient Teach learning strategies, open to listen and learn, good listener and speaker and patient. building good relationship with students.…
Shaun
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Shaun

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I can help other students achieve success in mathematics subjects through understanding the thought process and underlying logic of mathematics. I majored in mathematics at university with several Distinctions and was accepted into Melbourne University for a Master in Statistics based on my university results. My strengths are in mathematical…
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Nehum

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important things an english tutor can do for a student are to provide clarity, build confidence, and foster a love for learning. First, a tutor should simplify complex concepts and explain them in ways that make sense to the student. It’s about making the subject less intimidating and more approachable. Second, building…
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Surabhi

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important things are to build confidence and foster independence. A tutor's job isn't just to help a student get a better grade on the next test; it's to give them the skills and self-belief to tackle future challenges on their own. This means creating a safe, supportive space where the student feels comfortable asking "silly"…
Maria
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Maria

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I think the most important thing, is that you not only teach students. You learn to grow with them, you make sure that your students are able to be successful, and you are a small contributor to that success, but along the way, you grow with them, you understand the way they learn, so that you could learn with them. I think that my strengths, are…
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ferdian

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Providing students with a learning environment which encourages their participation through asking questions and allow them to show their own way of approaching a question. A tutor needs to not only ensure that students get good grades, for me personally, it is equally important to boost each student's problem solving skills and creativity.…
Ashwell
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Ashwell

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
As an english tutor, I believe it is my duty to make sure that students love to learn in general and not just for grades! It is very important to build their learning skills with creativity more than just learning the facts. I can communicate well with students and see eye to eye on difficult topic. I’m patient with slow learner’s and an…
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Siddharth

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I think the most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is hone their abilities in such a way that they not only are able to succeed during the time of your employment but also be able to use the skills you teach them in future as well. I think my main strength as a tutor is the fact that I learned the subject (English) from scratch…
Khush
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Khush

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I think the most important aspect as an english tutor is to listen to the student and foster independence. They should be able to ask as many questions as possible and make them think and learn about problem solving. I think there are a lot of qualities that go into being a good tutor. A few of the most important skills for the field are patience…
Mary Shaleana
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Mary Shaleana

English Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Every tutor works hard to make a student understand the value of education. One-on-one tutoring is a great way to inspire a student to do their best and reach their full potential. A tutor gets to know a student more than a teacher in a classroom setting. We personalise our teaching based on every student and boost their confidence if they are…
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Eden Von

English Tutor Springvale, VIC
To be an effective tutor, creating a positive learning environment and building connection with the student is crucial. Tutors should be adaptable and tailor their approach to the student's learning style. Constructive feedback is necessary to help students stay motivated and progress toward their goals. Lastly, an english tutor should practice…

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Sahm has been an excellent teacher and we are very happy as to the way he works with our daughter.
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Content Covered

Year 7 student Grace focused on adding fractions with different denominators and expressing percentage change, using visual aids to clarify concepts.

In Year 10, Jack worked on factorising trinomials—including both monic and non-monic forms—and used the quadratic formula to solve challenging equations.

For VCE Further Maths, Mia revised matrices through practice worksheets and tackled financial maths and data analysis questions aligned with her current school topics.

Recent Challenges

A Year 12 Physics student relied on prompts to recall electromagnetism formulas; as one tutor noted, "he only vaguely remembered equations unless shown," which made tackling unfamiliar problems slow and uncertain.

In Year 11 Methods, another student attempted all steps in their head when rearranging algebraic equations, but skipped showing working—leading to hidden sign errors and lost marks.

A younger student in Year 5 found switching between Bitpaper and Zoom on the iPad distracting, erasing annotations mid-explanation instead of focusing on content.

These process obstacles left students second-guessing themselves during assessments and slowed progress through more advanced topics.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Braeside noticed a real shift with one Year 10 student who previously struggled to connect algebraic concepts—she now independently completes quadratic factorisation and even plugs her solutions directly into equations without prompting.

In Year 12 physics, another student who was hesitant about applying formulas is now confidently answering questions involving magnetic fields, accurately using the left-hand rule and explaining split ring commutators.

Meanwhile, a younger primary student has begun finishing all her homework with neat formatting and started back-checking her own answers—a big step up from last term's reluctance to review her work.

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 Kingston Information & Library Service—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Louis de Montfort's School.