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Jeremias
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Jeremias

English Tutor Parkwood, QLD
More than the knowledge, I think the most important things we can share to the students are the good values and motivation for them to go on their studies despite any academic challenges they may encounter. Empathetic, flexible to any personality of the students and…
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Awais Farid

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
Self reliance and confidence in own abilities. Nothing is hard once you put your mind to it I believe in simplicity and try to teach complex topics through simple and logical…
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Obuchikelu

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
The most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is to develop their problem solving skills. Regardless of subject, the ability to assess a problem, devise a strategy, execute said strategy and re-assess it if need be is a major life skill that will help a student in their academic career and beyond. I think that I am very good at…
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Chotiros

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
the tutors should be able to create relax learning environment, encourage student to enjoy the lesson and want to study more not because it is the duty, can help them clear their doubt and adapt the knowledge to other stituation. I have fast-learning and logical thinking background which make me understand things clearly so that I can explain all…
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Jacinta

English Tutor Ashmore, QLD
The most important thing an english tutor can do is give their student confidence. Helping them to realise that they can understand a concept or solve a problem should increase their confidence in themselves, which is a vital trait to have as they move forward in high-school and further on in life. I am very patient and hardworking. If i don't…
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Sarang

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
To be flexible in terms the needs of the student. The student is the most important entity in the Tutor-Student dynamic and his/her understanding of the subject being taught is a key criteria to the fruitful outcomes of the teaching activity. From my own experience, I have had tutors that are extremely patient and allow the student time to absorb…
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Angus

English Tutor Southport, QLD
The most important thing an english tutor can do is to inspire passion; a person who is sincerely interested in a subject and has a drive to continue delving into it will naturally go much further and achieve much higher then an unmotivated genius no matter the intellect as they will enjoy the entire journey of learning and not just focus on the…
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Claire

English Tutor Carrara, QLD
The most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is understand their concerns with the materials they are being taught. Every student has unique problems to overcome in their schooling life and viewing each student as an individual is key. It is also important to be able to rephrase and recontextualise material given to them by their…
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Messina

English Tutor Coombabah, QLD
Listening and tuning into their perception of things, making sure they feel heard and seen. Set goals and celebrate their wins. Patience, being the cheer squad, and identifying how the student learns, therefore knowing what approach and resources they'll best respond…
Kate
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Kate

English Tutor Pacific Pines, QLD
I believe that while grades are important, they are not always completely comprehensive of a student's ability in a subject. If the student is able to walk away from a session being able to understand the concept and feel interested and confident with it, they not only will gain better results in exams but will have a better idea of the subject as…
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Hayden

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
The most important things a Tutor can for a student include: Keeping the student motivated, Giving the student the tools, knowledge, and technique to achieve the best possible results, Help the student strive to reach their maximum potential, Answer any queries to the students satisfaction, Tailor teaching technique to the student and answer…
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Justin

English Tutor Parkwood, QLD
I think the best tutors teach at a speed that the student requires. If an english tutor is impatient, not only does it reduce what the student learns but also discourages them from asking for help. Tutors need to accommodate each specific student, as each one is different. I have been studying for a Bachelor of Law/Arts for the past four years.…
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Gabrielle

English Tutor Nerang, QLD
One of the most important things an english tutor can do for the student is to be flexible in their teaching methods and approaches to learning/teaching content as there are so many different learning styles out there and they are there with us because they may be having trouble with the teaching methods used at school. In those cases in…
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Azza

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
Tutoring is a noble occupation. My experience with the previous tutoring has taught me many things that can be really important for a student. Not every child is able to cope with his/her studies and routine. Being a student of Psychology, I prefer encouraging and motivating them to do better each day. Some students tend to trigger their fear of…
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Khalid

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
Guiding to right path Communication…
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Rebecca

English Tutor Nerang, QLD
Truly the most important thing any tutor can do for a student is to help create and cultivate a growth mindset. By doing this, students become lifelong, innovative learners. This certainly occurs in the classroom, but teachers are expected to do this to upwards of 20+ children. Tutors are important to students because they assist in expanding…
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Tom

English Tutor Helensvale, QLD
Important things an english tutor can do for a student include: - Explaining things in an easy to digest manner. - Listening to any feedback or criticisms. - Going at a pace that the student is comfortable with. - Covering the subject they are struggling with in a way they can understand. - Improving confidence and preparation. My strengths…
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Manasi

English Tutor Helensvale, QLD
I would consider the most important thing to be giving them the confidence in their own abilities. I think it can be very easily for kids to doubt themselves but having an english tutor can give them nourishing support that will help them in the subject and hopefully extend outside of that as well. My flexibility allows the lesson to flow in…
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Eugene

English Tutor Arundel, QLD
Aside from teaching the content in an understandable and logical manner, I also think that an english tutor should try to inspire a student to become a self-directed and motivated learner. Such a transformation creates the best performing students because they no longer overly rely on the tutelage of others. Rather, they learn to handle a variety…
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Amen

English Tutor Biggera Waters, QLD
The most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is give them the confidence to excel independently, without them, following the guidance they provide. I believe I am friendly, approachable and can teach in a way that is simple for the student to understand. I also see myself as honest and reliable, allowing students and parents…
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Payal

English Tutor Southport, QLD
Young people respond to humour, warmth and positivity. A large part of a students educational experience is the connection made it the educator. I think it is important for a tutor to communicate effectively, explain concepts in steps, use analogies or illustrations and their immagination. As the goal is th benefit to the student, i beleive it is…
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Nicole

English Tutor Southport, QLD
I am flexible with my teaching method to accommodate various learning styles of the student to ensure that they fully grasp the concept. I am confident in the subjects I am tutoring and I boost the student's confident by clarifying any doubts they might have with the subject.…
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Jade

English Tutor Southport, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is help build their confidence. A student is able to do anything, learn anything but only if they believe that they can do it or learn it. Being friendly, easy going, relaxed and flexible are key to giving a student confidence because without it, they aren't going to progress. I have learn't…

Local Reviews

Soheil is a fantastic help to our son Jack. They are currently working together on year 11 specialist maths which Jack has been terrified of. With Soheil's assistance Jack is able to progress through the challenging content with relative ease. Soheil assigns Jack with manageable homework assignments to consolidate knowledge of any new content and he also provides extra relevant tests and exercises to test Jack's competency.
Alice Berry, Nerang

Inside GavenTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 3 student India worked on addition using vertical form, telling time on analogue clocks, and building confidence with multiplication tables up to six.

Year 9 student Elahe focused on algebraic manipulation, especially isolating variables and solving simultaneous equations using both elimination and substitution methods, as well as exploring Pythagoras' theorem and trigonometric ratios for finding side lengths.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Lisa reviewed key biology concepts like biodiversity through calculating Simpson's Diversity Index and practiced structuring extended written responses for her assignments.

Recent Challenges

In Year 9 algebra, one student often left homework incomplete and rarely revisited feedback, which led to persistent errors in graph interpretation—"she had some errors with interpretation," noted a tutor.

In Year 11 biology, referencing issues appeared when working on research assignments; confirming sources with the teacher was repeatedly necessary.

For a Year 7 maths student, messy data graphing and formatting made results difficult to follow during workbook checks.

Meanwhile, a primary learner struggled to start subtraction problems independently, freezing until prompted. This hesitation slowed practice and built frustration when faced with unfamiliar questions.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Gaven recently noticed Lisa, a Year 10 student, starting to review assignment feedback before sessions and making edits independently—previously she waited for step-by-step help.

In Year 8 maths, Jade made a clear leap by working through the area of triangles and circles after struggling at first; by lesson's end, she could solve these without prompts.

Meanwhile, India in Year 3 has begun using vertical addition on her own during games—just weeks ago she needed reminders each time.

Last session, Lisa also investigated biology questions herself when unsure instead of waiting for guidance.

What they say about our tutoring

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WE are very happy with Adam. He is an excellent tutor and he is engaging them both very well

Natalya is progressing really well with her math tutoring. Daniel is an excellent tutor and Natalya feels very comfortable around him. Her enthusiasm for maths has soared which for Don and I is a big step forward in such a short time. Her teacher has already commented on her progress and we have no doubt that her grades will continue to improve over time.

Andrew is very happy with Stephen's tutorials. They have already formed a very healthy teacher student relationship, and Andrew is enjoying his Maths.  He got everything correct in a test he did at school last week.  The only thing that was incorrect was the fact that his decimal point was not in the correct place.

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 Helensvale Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Pacific Pines State High School.