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Liza

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to foster a deep understanding of the subject and create a supportive, encouraging learning environment. This means not just teaching formulas or steps to solve problems, but helping students understand the logic and reasoning behind concepts so they can think critically and…

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Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Samuel

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, tailor lessons to their unique needs, and create a supportive, encouraging environment. A tutor should inspire curiosity, help students feel comfortable with mistakes as part of learning, and celebrate their progress, no matter how small. It's also…

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94+ ATAR
Dux & 1st in STEM
Confidence focus

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Hay Lam Helen

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Try different methods as everyone is different, find something that is tailored for the student to help them excel more. I am very patient so I can explain multiple times with different methods until my student fully understands the topic. I have studied overseas so I have different approaches to the same question. I can speak English and Chinese…

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UNSW Physio student
Leadership skills
Tutoring experience

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology

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kyra

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

The most important things as a tutor you can do is build and develop a respectful relationship with your student. Help to create a positive and safe environment that the student feels comfortable in. As a tutor you can help to build both the students confidence and knowledge of particular topics, while also helping to create healthy study skills…

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Sci Ext top mark
UNSW Adv Sci student
School Captain award

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology Science PDHPE English

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Sarah

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

I would consider skills such as organisation, critical thinking and problem solving strategies to be the most valuable takeaways for the student, especially since the skills will always be useful long-term. I also think a tutor should be able to build up their student's growth mindset, giving the students the mentality and confidence to grow even…

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Confidence builder
Growth mindset focus
Organised approach

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology Science English

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Kusal

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Communicate, as I believe the reason most student turn to tutoring services is due to a lack of proper communication from usual teachers leading to them misunderstanding or lacking knowledge in certain areas of a subject. I believe it is important for a tutor to communicate properly to make the student feel safe and also to allow for deeper…

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UNSW student
Strong communicator
Time mgmt skills

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Max

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

I think it is important to offer a new perspective and respect for the subject they are learning. They might have had a distaste for the subject simply because they find it difficult or lack confidence, but hopefully, through my tutoring, they can come to enjoy learning and expanding their knowledge. I give clear and concise explanations and have…

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IB graduate
Eng intern exp
Circuit design skill

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Master

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Maya

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Work with a student until the point that they are so confident in a concept that they can become a tutor themselves. My strengths are that I am patient, I will work with a student for hours without tiring to ensure they have mastered a concept, good at explaining, I can break down a complex topic into simple bits that can be easily understood ,…

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Patient & persistent
Breaks down concepts
Builds confidence

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science

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Jeffery

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Achieve highly desirable results and help students who underachieve to overachieve. Allow student to feel comfortable and not intimidated: build meaningful and trustful releationships. Tutors should be empathetic and understanding of the student\'s problems and be supportive and find ways to overcome these obstacles: very encouraging, and…

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90+ ATAR maths
Peer support leader
Confidence focus

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology English

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Veteran

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Outstanding

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Alan

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

I think the most important thing a tutor can offer to a younger student is their experience, similar to that of a mentor. Beyond course content, tutors can draw from their study, career and life experiences to help the student navigate their path. I am proud of my ability to teach and explain concepts to others effectively and thoroughly, which I…

Strengths:

97+ ATAR
Maths distinctions
1 yr tutoring exp

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

Experience:

Skilled

Reliability:

Proven

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Aaryan

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build confidence, foster a love for learning, and provide personalized support. By creating a safe and encouraging environment, tutors help students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. Additionally, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs ensures that students…

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4 yrs tutoring exp
Exam strat focus
Confidence building

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology Science English

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Binuri

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Help them understand and grasp a concept or topic they are struggling with Making sure that they know they are in a safe space Ensuring that you listen to their parents, fellow teachers and them Teach them how to improve their study skills I am understanding, so I listen to what the child needs and adjust my teaching according to that. I am…

Strengths:

10A* IGCSEs
Med Sci/MD student
Maths & English exp

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology Science English

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Seasoned

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Impressive

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Dominique

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

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Physics Chemistry Maths Biology

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James

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

Being able to explain complex topics in a way which is easier to understand for the student, this is because it saves the student time by clearing up confusion so they can work on more problems. I believe I am a good communicator, having just completed high school I am familiar with the…

Strengths:

Top 5 ATAR class
Maths & phys focus
Academic Excel award

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Sahil

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

A tutor can clearly identify the strengths and weaknesses of students and guide them accordingly. He should focus on the strengths and minimise their weaknesses. This is very important as it gives a clear direction to the students. This can also help them realise what career path would be good for them. A tutor should also be able to help students…

Strengths:

UNSW scholar
Head Maths/CS tutor
Creative learning

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science Economics Info Processing English

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Seasoned

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Impressive

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Madison

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

I believe tutors have the potential to really change a students attitude and opinion of school, a great tutor will not only teach a subject but teach a student to enjoy the subject through sharing with the student the things that make the subject enjoyable to them, and this has the potential to totally change a students academic life. I have been…

Strengths:

Gold DofE Award
Prefect & Captain
STEAM program mentor

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Experience:

Skilled

Reliability:

Proven

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Bryan

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to teach a step by step method and mindset which can be applied to all problems, varying across subjects as well as life. I believe that I can quickly understand most problems and apply my own knowledge so that I can clarify or explain in an efficient way so as to help the student…

Strengths:

UNSW Eng student
Strategic thinker
Clear communicator

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths

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Seasoned

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Alaster

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

Not only can tutors help build up a students' confidence in areas they are particularly weak in, but they can also give insight into what is to come in further years of school and how to prepare for such content. I believe I am good at breaking down harder concepts into individual relatable, easy to understand components to teach separately, then…

Strengths:

UNSW Eng student
Clear explanations
Early HS focus

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Engineering Studies

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Veteran

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Outstanding

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Aayush

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to make him confident in the subject he is struggling with. To understand and sympathize with his problem, and to effectively guide him to success, is one of the most valuable roles of a tutor. A teacher’s role is not solely to raise a student’s grades, but rather to help the…

Strengths:

UNSW Eng student
STEM project leader
Strong mentor

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science Software Dev Engineering Studies

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CHIDINMA

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

All the students in a class do not have the same level of understanding, so the teacher needs to be very patient to make sure that all her students are carried along. That no student is made to feel less than others despite his/her performance. A teacher should constantly encourage her student to be better. A teacher should continually liven the…

Strengths:

MSc Chemistry
Award-winning tutor
Science pub exp

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths

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Seasoned

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Umama

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

Being flexible in their approach, adjusting teaching methods to suit the needs and learning styles of the students. Creating a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment where students feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and raising questions. Establishing clear learning objectives with students and communicating them effectively.…

Strengths:

Custom study plans
Detailed feedback
Time mgmt coaching

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Economics English

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Clarence

Chemistry Tutor Kingsford, NSW

The most important thing would be to instill interest. To be called a succesfull tutor, one need to instill interest to their students to study during their own time, because we only meet them once or twice a week and most of the time they have to learn by themselves. My strenghs would be my perseverance and open mindedness in teaching. Each…

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Maths & chem tutor
Mentoring focus
Student marks up 15%

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science Legal Studies Engineering Studies Geography

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vaibhav

Chemistry Tutor Kensington, NSW

1)Helping students to achieve good grades in school. 2)helping them to understand the basics concepts of subjects and to make them problem solver and believer. 1)I think have good credential, good grades in my high school as well as in my under-graduation in civil engineering. 2) I am very patient and understand that all students are not the…

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UNSW Masters student
Civil Eng expertise
Clear explanations

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths

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Content Covered

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.