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Jacana's tutors include a university lecturer and PhD engineer with 18 years' private tutoring experience, a secondary maths teacher with over 15 years in classrooms, Kumon-trained English and maths mentors, school captains and peer leaders, and academic standouts—such as an ATAR 90+ IB scholar and Harvard Book Prize recipient—passionate about helping students thrive.

Jwana
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Jwana

English Tutor Meadow Heights, VIC
The best mentors I've had were the ones that pushed me to see my own potential the way they easily could, espicially when I came close to giving up. They reignited my passion for the hard subjects through their own love for the content, and through the way they connected concepts to daily life, bringing the subject to life. I believe a tutor's…
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Abdul Khalique

English Tutor Meadow Heights, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, explain ideas in a way they can understand, and give them the support they need to learn at their own pace. A tutor should listen carefully, be patient, and create a space where the student feels comfortable asking questions. Most of all, a tutor should…
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Fatima
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Fatima

English Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
Following are the most important things a tutor can do : -Assure the student that nothing is difficult and a tutor's job is to explain any concept as many ways as possible and as many times as possible until the student is fully satisfied and confident enough -Use videos and interactive tools to explain concepts -Tutor is there to help and give…
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Tabarak

English Tutor Fawkner, VIC
Explaining concepts in a way that not only helps them understand it but also to apply that in their studies. Another is to build their confidence as it will help them in their future. Finally, building up the educational skills that will help them to achieve sccuess in their educational carrier - Good communication - engaging with…
Shabana Thahaseen
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Shabana Thahaseen

English Tutor Fawkner, VIC
Helping students fall in love with learning is the most important thing a tutor can do for a student instilling academic achievement in students as an early step. Patience is my epitome of success as listening ears and patient talk is all that's required for effective…
Nardeen
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Nardeen

English Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do, is to assist students help themselves or to assist them so that they can become an independent learner, and thus, no longer need a tutor. A tutor must also remain enthused and passionate, so that they are able to keep their students motivated and eager to learn. Tutors should always have a positive…
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Tess

English Tutor Pascoe Vale, VIC
Give the student hope that they are able to do achieve something. I am that person where if u promise someone something that you know won't be achieved will damage that students confidence more than saying 'I can't promise anything, but I will try my absolute hardest to get you to your destination'. By giving students hope, and belief that they…
SHARNILA KABIR
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SHARNILA KABIR

English Tutor Fawkner, VIC
It is to build the student's confidence, create a safe space to learn without judgment, and adapt their teaching to fit the student' needs. It's not just about helping them understand a topic - it's about helping them believe that they can. My strengths as a tutor are patience, clear communication, and the ability to explain concepts in a way that…
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Eemana

English Tutor Fawkner, VIC
Being there and answering questions they ask at anytime whoch would be crucial. If a student puts effort into attending tutoring sessions then we should put the effort of helping them as much as we can. Ability to provide feedback continuously based on the students progess and able to go at a slow pace. As a university student I still have…
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Armandinha

English Tutor Campbellfield, VIC
The best thing any Tutor can do is make a student like a particular subject which she/he used to previously dislike. This means that the Tutor has made a boring subject interesting to the students. And in this way, the student will remember what he/she learns for a lifetime and not just for the purpose of examinations. I am a very patient Tutor,…
Money
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Money

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
A good tutor wants to create a student that no longer requires help and so they instill those executive study skills that will serve the student well in academics and in life. Skills like organization, task initiation, focus and time management are essential to being a great learner. Confident, Art of understanding and Fun-techniques to make…
Noor
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Noor

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
A tutor should not only provoke academic gain but also mental development. A tutor must prove to be trustworthy and reliable, while constantly motivating their students to unlock their full potential. I will strive to do these things and much more! As a tutor, my strengths lie in the following areas: Communication: I will ensure that students…
Kushal
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Kushal

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
For me i think to understand the student and his needs. If his basics are clear and strong he can do anything. So I wanna be that teacher who makes the base of the child and help him grow. Creative ways of teaching. Patient Good listener…
Samridhi
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Samridhi

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
The most important thing one can do as a tutor is making sure their students needs are being met with. If a student requires extra attention or help in a certain area, it is the tutors responsibility to know that and give the required help . I also believe it is vital for a tutor to have a personalised study plan for each student, based on their…
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Romy

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
Helping guide students to meet requirements of school projects and class work to a high standard and help students understand how to solve problems to complete assigned work. I am approachable, engaging and knowledgeable tutor which helps me to meet students personal goals and help them learn skills required to complete their school…
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Maria

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is make an overall postive impact. Just being an academic support for a student who is struggling can create impacts more meaningful than grades or results. Helping them change their attitude towards learning is the kind of positive change that lasts beyond the classroom. I am a really positive and…
Milana
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Milana

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
-help students understand tricky concepts -be there as extra support for students (academically and morally) -help students to revise, relearn and recap content effectively -help students build a strong foundation -help students improve their skills by building on their already acquired skills -help students achieve the best grades they…
Khavya
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Khavya

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
A tutor can assist student in understanding the concepts more clearly and a tutor can mold a student's focus on the subject. A tutor is a constant reminder for a student to choose the right techniques for study. A tutor can explain the nuances of not just learning concepts but also to reciprocate them in the exam. My patience with students and my…
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Lujain

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
Inspire students to take charge of their academic future and career as well as strive to be the best version of themselves. Students look up to their tutors and mentors, and as someone who does both, it is extremely important for me to motivate them and encourage them to be successful in not only their academics but as a person. Listening and…
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Mary

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
Taking into account that different students learn in different ways. for example, someone may learn best by practice questions and note taking, whereas others may learn best by videos and examples. This strategy will ensure that each students learning styles will be catered for I am passionate and driven to ensure students are supplied with as…
Anisha
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Anisha

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
I believe the most important thing is to be well-prepared ahead of the session and have good knowledge of the subject. In addition to these, the tutor must be empathetic to the child's needs, effectively communicate and also tailor the teaching methods as every student is different and has varied learning needs and capabilities. This will also…
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Ethmi

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
To be understanding and patient that each student has their own timeframe to learn content. To encourage them and bring out the best in them. I try to teach the content I know in different ways so that each student can understand what I teach in their own way. I am also very patient and understanding and know to cater to their own…
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Parsanjeet

English Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
As per me a tutor should be Curious to satisfy the questions of the students and also find easy ways to make himself clear to students. Also he should be patient and never be irritated of even the questions is not relevant I think I can explain well. Moreover i am patient and calm throughout the class and take the queries very…

Local Reviews

Easy process, was contacted back on the same day, tutor found and organised quickly. Free trial was a good feel for the service. The online portal is great. Really happy with the quality of service recieved.
H.A., Broadmeadows

Inside JacanaTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 7 student Mary worked on adding fractions with different denominators and tackled factors and multiples, finishing a tricky homework sheet together.

Year 8 student Bill focused on reducing fractions through targeted practice and discussed division in relation to multiplication, using examples from recent lessons.

For Year 9, Alex revised multiplying and dividing negative numbers, including a spelling test and vocabulary worksheet for literacy reinforcement within the session.

Recent Challenges

A Year 8 student often left English essays incomplete for homework, particularly after receiving a disappointing mark; as noted, "he seemed distressed and avoided starting the next essay," which led to missed opportunities for feedback and improvement.

In Year 7 Maths, another student consistently forgot to complete assigned revision sheets before a fractions test—this meant class time was spent on catch-up rather than tackling new material.

Meanwhile, a Year 10 student preferred to attempt only familiar problems in algebra revision, shying away from more challenging questions and limiting exposure to essential concepts needed for exam readiness.

Recent Achievements

One Jacana tutor recently noticed a big shift in a Year 10 student who used to avoid asking for help—now, he openly voices questions when stuck on essay planning and even suggests what he'd like to review next.

A high schooler tackling long division had previously needed lots of guidance but can now finish complex worded problems independently after practicing with homework.

In a primary session, a Year 4 student who once got frustrated by spelling mistakes now takes them in stride and finishes tests with far fewer corrections, even celebrating when he spelled most tricky words right.

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 Hume Libraries—or at your child's school (with permission), like SEDA College (Victoria) - Basketball Broadmeadows.