Tutors in Gables include high-achieving graduates, experienced teachers, subject specialists, and passionate mentors from top Australian universities. Many have received academic awards or hold advanced degrees, and all share a genuine commitment to helping students succeed.
To help them not only get better but help them to be able to stand on their feet and be confident in their subjects, as well as to be able to teach and deepen their understanding of the subject instead of just dumping information onto them. I am understanding and patient, for I too understand their situations as a recent hsc completer. For my…
First, learn the theory, the basis of teaching, then exercise and ask questions. Then repeat the cycle until you learn. I have more than 15 years of teaching principally involving calculations in classes and tutoring. I am educated and have…
Support their student and identify which areas are their strengths and which are their weaknesses, and in essence build off them to best prepare the student. Easy communication
Fluency
Able to convey my thoughts easily and explain…
Be honest, flexible, approachable, a good listener and most importantly, be patient. The tutor must be confident in their abilities to teach a student. The tutor should make sure the student understands the concept and does not teach too fast. I believe i am a good communicator, which helps me to strive as a tutor and easily convey important…
As a tutor, my main focus is on getting to know each student personally – their strengths, weaknesses and what they want to achieve. I feel as though a comfortable space where they feel comfortable exploring ideas, asking questions, and even making mistakes is something important as through mistakes you can learn. Offering guidance,…
I think the tutor should give the student lessons and skills that they can carry over to other subjects and outside the classroom, making them more confident in any environment they are in. In addition to helping them recognise that they are making progress and that it is a result of their hard work and dedication. I think my flexibility and my…
It is most important that a tutor doesn't give up on their students. This means not only continuing teaching the student but also means that the tutor should always believe a student can improve with their guidance. In addition, it is essential for a tutor to be able to learn the student's strengths and weaknesses and their way of thinking, so the…
Listening is crucial for students to create a trusting relationship so you as the tutor are able to cater lessons to people based on their individual needs, fulfilling the purpose of one-on-one tutoring.
Bring encouraging is another thing that is crucial so that students become more confident in their individual abilities, allowing them to…
It is very important that a tutor understands the strengths and weakness of a student and approach them accordingly. A personalised approach would be the best method to adopt and it is important to help the students become independent learners. A tutor should prepare the students to be life long learns with a never ending thirst for acquiring…
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are build trust, show patience, and create a supportive learning environment. When a student feels safe, understood, and not rushed, they're far more likely to engage, ask questions, and grow in confidence. Patience allows students to learn at their own pace, and trust ensures they…
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to build a strong relationship with them so they can feel comfortable asking for help, making mistakes and being honest about what they don’t understand. I think it is also very important for the student to know that if they ever have any difficulties they will be able to receive…
Not only teaching content, but doing it in a clear and engaging manner is important so the student is able to learn effectively. I also believe helping the student feel comfortable is also a priority as it helps them to freely ask questions. As a tutor, I'm willing to answer general study questions students may have as I think this would make them…
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is not pressure students and understand that everyone learns differently. Not all students will get something right away, and what matters is being patient and staying with them through the process until they understand. I believe it is about making them feel supported instead of rushed, so they can…
Be able to develop a friendly yet professional rapport with their student that effectively creates a comfortable environment for the student to ensure that they maintain focus in the classroom and are able to communicate their concerns to the tutor. Having experienced a variety of tutors, I've gained insights into effective and ineffective…
Help a student develop interest and analytical thinking in his/her overall outlook Adapting my language, speed, methods and processes according to an individual student's need. I very quickly ascertain the comfort level of a student and align my tutoring such that it makes the student comfortable and motivated to do…
Breaking down problems in small steps and make it easy I celebrate small wins and frame mistakes as learning opportunities. This helps students develop resilience and self-belief, key for tackling math…
A tutor should inspire and motivate students to do maths and increase their interest in this subject. Also, tutor should make their students at ease so that they are more comfortable asking questions and clarifying their doubts. Also tutors should ensure that their students understand concepts fully. As a tutor, I have ability to deal with…
I believe one of the most important things a tutor can do is build a balance of trust and authority with their student. Students should feel confident that they can come to me with any doubts without fear of being judged. At the same time, I set clear boundaries so that during class time, we stay focused on learning without distractions from…
Tutors must be clear and patient with students to provide productive sessions. In return, students will feel comfortable and eager in their studies so they can build confidence in their abilities. My strengths are my empathy and patience with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
I understand that each student will required a different…
Encouraging them and reminding them that their school marks are not what entirely defines them as a good student. On top of providing them with academic support and guidance that they can apply to other fields. For instance, how to structure an exemplar essay or simply how to construct a study timetable. Finding unique ways to interpret notes and…
Developing a friendship with the student. A friendship makes both feel more comfortable in the work they are doing as many aspects with be easier to handle as you have likely mastered communication with each other. For the student it will also give the subject more interest and therefore more confidence in learning it. I believe my strength will…
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are:
Identify and address individual needs: Tailor the teaching approach based on the student's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style to provide targeted support.
Foster a supportive learning environment: Create a comfortable, non-judgmental space where students can ask questions and…
Most importantly a tutor needs to have empathy for his or her students. Being able to take them on a journey of learning and fun so they become more and more curious and are able to learn through keen interest and out of the box thinking is what a tutor should do for students. I would consider patience, kindness, logical thinking and being able to…
In primary, tutoring often targets core arithmetic—addition, subtraction, times tables, fractions, and building number sense—while also pushing for deeper comprehension, not just rote rules. High school sessions shift to algebraic thinking, graphing, interpreting questions, and developing strong exam strategies. There’s a big emphasis on breaking down word problems, revisiting tricky homework, and test prep for NAPLAN or semester exams, always tailored to what each student finds hardest right now.
Recent Challenges
Some primary students rush through comprehension or maths tasks without fully reading instructions, leading to incomplete or off-target answers. In high school, it’s common for students to have scattered or unclear working, which makes multi-step problems harder to check and fix. Other frequent hurdles include forgetting materials, leaving homework unfinished, or spending revision time catching up on missed basics instead of moving forward—all of which can hold back progress and lead to confusion.
Recent Achievements
Tutors are noticing students becoming more proactive during lessons—regularly checking their own work, spotting errors, and making corrections without being asked. There’s a clear shift toward students verbalising their steps in maths and explaining their reasoning aloud, rather than rushing through problems. Tutors also report that learners are reviewing their test results with more care and taking the initiative to improve, showing greater confidence and ownership of their progress.
What they say about our tutoring
. Ruby enjoyed the session and is very happy with Vibha, so we're off to a good start.
Chloe has had 2 sessions and is starting to find Maths easier already. She has tests coming up and Rosario is focusing on this. We've found Rosario to be patient when explaining the different processes to Chloe. She is also warm and friendly with her and this is good for Chloe who also has anxiety issues.
Thanks Gene it seems to be progressing well . Vibha is committed and doing a great job . I'm pleased so far.