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Grace
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I think one of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is create an environment that allows for them learn how to effectively study. Encouraging students to tackle challenges in their studies themselves through teaching useful study skills is just as important as being a resource for learning the content. I believe accommodating for…
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To guide them towards their journey towards reaching goals and aspirations. Due to the education system constantly pushing students through grades regardless of results as well as very little discussion and revision upon mistakes after testing, I find helping a student be able to not only understand the individual question, but on top of that…
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Garvit
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It sounds basic but it is a common error made by tutors. Making sure that the student understands more than just how to solve the problem. That they understand the underlying concepts behind every problems they do. Even if they do not wish to pursue the field in the future, understanding the concepts will give them the confidence to approach all…
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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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Allowing students to learn at their own pace, make lots of mistakes, participate actively in the learning experience and ask many questions. I have an enthusiastic, patient, student-focused approach and emphasise "real life" examples of maths that are practical and relatable. Practising Secondary teacher with four years tutoring experience.…
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I think the most important aspect as a 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 and…
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I think the most important thing a 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 as I…
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Making sure they actually understand the questions and concepts, rather than knowing how to get the right answer without any knowledge of the process. I can explain the concepts and ways to tackle questions in the simplest terms for a student to fully…
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To transmit the thirst and passion for knowledge and make them want to be lifelong learners. Because it is not just a class we need to pass, we need to keep this knowledge inside us forever. I am very engaging, I can certainly keep their interest alive from the beginning until the end of the lesson, I am very organised and design lessons…
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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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To understand the requirements and pace of a student and teach accordingly. I motivate students and keep it…
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Making the student feel comfortable and at ease with the subject. So many children and even adults struggle with feeling inedquate or embarrassed about their academic abilities, especially in maths, and I want to break down that psychological barrier. I'm good at giving in-depth explanations of concepts that connect to real-world examples that the…
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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.…
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Some of the most important things that a tutor can and should do for a student include: providing useful and timely support if needed, creating a supportive environment in which we can all learn and grow without being afraid of making mistakes, and helping students to identify and overcome their shortcomings to thrive academically. I am very…
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IN MY VIEW, JUST AS IT IS NECESSARY FOR THE DOCTOR FIRST TO DIAGNOSE THE PATIENT'S ILLNESS, SO IT IS EQUALLY NECESSARY FOR THE TEACHER TO DIAGNOSE THE STUDENT'S WEAKNESS AND DIFFICULTIES, FIRST! SO HAVING CONDUCTED A NEEDS ANALYSIS, THEN THE TUTOR SHOULD OPT FOR THE MOST APPROPRIATE APPROACH TO REMOVE THE STUDENT'S WEAKNESSES AND PROBLEMATIC…
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1. Make sure they have the encouragement they need. 2. The most important thing is to explain to them why they should take these studies and how it will help them in their future endeavors. 3. Treat students with respect and teach them how to treat others with respect. During my years as a student, I found it difficult to learn stuff very…
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A tutor can make or break a students fervour towards a subject. He can make a concept really easy for students to understand and make confident. A tutor can really make a student love a subject by his way of teaching. I have a good way to go with students and have strong hold of math concepts. I have uniquely ways to make people understand complex…
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A believe an effective tutor will support a student in a way that will eventually leave them comfortable, confident and prepared enough to no longer need the help of a tutor. However, I understand that this process may be a matter of weeks for some students and a matter of years for others. I think being a good tutor relies upon a variety of…
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A tutor plays a pretty significant role in a student's life. As a tutor, I can try my best to impart as much knowledge as I can to my students. I can provide them with the best of my capabilities right from being punctual, right on time and not only completing the course but also offering a good number of revisions. My strengths as a tutor are as…
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Give time to the student. Clear doubts if any in their mind. I believe in hierarchical learning of a concept. First let the students solve the easy to medium difficulty questions confidently and then go on to the tougher ones. By breaking the tougher questions into small easier parts, student can understand it better First and…
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As a 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 excellent…
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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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A few of the most important things I can do for my students would be providing motivational support, offering constructive feedback, managing time effectively during sessions, and creating personalised study plans tailored to individual students. My experience reflects and prioritises a holistic approach to tutoring, combining subject…

Local Reviews

Carol has been great with Sarah and as you said it takes a few months to start seeing an impact., but Sarah understands her and relates well to Carol.
Michelle

Inside HughesdaleTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 12 student Harry revised core trigonometry concepts and completed a past VCE exam under timed conditions.

A Year 10 student focused on matrix arithmetic, working through examples of both multiplication and transformations using visual aids.

For Year 6, Zara practised converting between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats and solved problems involving telling the time on analogue clocks, including interpreting phrases like "quarter to" and "half past."

Recent Challenges

In Year 8 Maths, one student "occasionally skipped through a question and made an error"—not showing all working led to repeated mistakes in algebraic tasks, which slowed progress during revision.

For a Year 10 student revising domain and range, relying mainly on visual memory rather than written notes meant graph interpretation errors lingered.

In English (Year 7), essay writing suffered because ideas weren't clearly organised; as noted, "she needs to follow the essay plan so she stays on topic."

Meanwhile, unfinished homework in both Years 6 and 11 left key gaps unaddressed before tests—especially with simultaneous equations and creative writing tasks.

Recent Achievements

A Hughesdale tutor noticed a big shift with one Year 9 student who used to guess at equations but now talks through her reasoning out loud and checks her work before moving on.

In a senior maths session, a Year 11 boy who'd previously struggled with polynomial long division was able to tackle an application problem without any prompting by the end of the lesson.

Meanwhile, one younger student in Year 4 completed all her homework and even took on some extra-challenging extension questions she would have avoided just weeks ago, finishing them without needing help.

What they say about our tutoring

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Erin is enjoying working with Cassie and is already showing the benefits of working one on one with her tutor.

Taj is absolutely loving Brady. Although I don't think he will love Maths anytime soon he does enjoy Brady teaching him.

Everything has gotten off to a great start.  Rose is lovely and is engaging Tyler.

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 Oakleigh Branch Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Oakleigh Grammar.