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Stephanie
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is allow them to feel comfortable and confident in their own knowledge. Students need positive encouragement so they are able to find the motivation and engagement to complete necessary work. From my experience of being a casual teacher I am able to build positive student teacher relationships.…
Strengths:
- 4+ yrs teaching exp
- Primary specialist
- Strong parent comms
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Andrew
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
The most important thing is for a tutor to understand a student's preferences and what sort of teaching style would suit them. Different people have different learning suitabilities. Thus, a tutor should be able to adapt to suit the student's learning cues. My biggest strengths would be patience, determination, and the willingness to go above and…
Strengths:
- UNSW Masters student
- Acct & finance exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
Geography
English
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
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Shalini
English Tutor Banksmeadow, NSW
1. Makes the looks to be difficult subject/topic easy by addressing the key area of concerns and making it clear for the student .
2 . Repeating and reviewing the key area of the subject .
3. Maintaining the interest and focus of the student but not pushing too hard for the student to loose interest.
4. Touch base other areas of concerns in…
Strengths:
- B.E. 1st Class Hons
- Masters in Education
- STEM career mentor
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
English
Online
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Proven 
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Maham
English Tutor Surry Hills, NSW
- I believe that the most important things a tutor can do for a student is guide them towards setting realistic goals and achieving them. I also believe that a tutor should encourage the student and approach them in a manner that they feel comfortable with - I believe I have a lot of patience when tutoring
- I also have different strategies that…
Strengths:
- 6+ yrs tutoring exp
- Essay writing help
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Modern History
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Impressive 
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Vaibhav
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
The important things a tutor can do for their students include making the subject enjoyable and empowering students to reach a point from where they can arrive at solutions on their own. The first and foremost task for tutors is to make the subject more enjoyable than what the students perceive it to be. Once the students start enjoying the…
Strengths:
- Business MSc student
- Leadership exp
- Excel & data skills
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Proven 
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Joel
English Tutor Maroubra, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help them grasp/love a subject. I believe that without a genuine passion for a subject, a student can really struggle to proceed through it especially throughout the whole year. I think that if a tutor is able to help a student grasp/understand/love a subject, it can help them…
Strengths:
- Ext 1 Maths Award
- Principals Eff Award
- Strong communicator
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Software Dev
Geography
English
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Standard 
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Asmita
English Tutor Bondi Junction, NSW
Covering the gap of knowledge in a students mind.
A tutor's main job is to help guide student's struggling in understanding anything. Developing new tricks or techniques to make the student understand something they are having difficulties with. This mostly applies during teaching…
Strengths:
- Creative math hacks
- Fills knowledge gaps
- Student guidance
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Business Studies
English
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Suved
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to build their confidence in being able to attempt completely unfamiliar problems. This demonstrates the foundation of their basics and will take them a long way regardless of their chosen field. I generally try to explain concepts with various analogies instead of just showing the proper…
Strengths:
- 93% Yr12 score
- Olympiad maths exp
- Mentoring focus
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
English
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Standard 
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Chloe
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is be present, understanding and supportive. A tutor should be someone a student can rely on for academic help as well as encouragement and motivation. By providing the resources, teaching, and guidance, a tutor should be able to empower their student and help them to feel confident…
Strengths:
- 99+ ATAR
- Honour Roll student
- Peer mentor exp
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Standard 
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Soomin
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
In my opinion the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help them reach their goals. Whether that may be to help them catch up in certain subjects, to reach for top marks for their desired high school or university or in need of motivation to study in creating habits. I believe that the most important thing will be for the tutor…
Strengths:
- Gosford High grad
- Strong communicator
- Teamwork focus
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Economics
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Impressive
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Audrey
English Tutor Waverley, NSW
I think for a tutor it's being able to be contacted even after lesson hours. As for maths, it's very difficult to find solutions online and last minute stress before an exam is not good, so I think being available to be contacted and being flexible is the most important thing for a tutor. I like to make the classes interactive and fun to keep…
Strengths:
- Honour Roll student
- FPS Nat Winner
- Piano diploma
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
English
Online
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Outstanding
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Suchindran
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
Setting the seed of curiosity in the student to crave for more knowledge and learning. Visualizing the concepts for better understanding. I have access to vast information and knowledge through practical experience, patience to teach and ensure the students understanding, excellent communication skills and finally the love of…
Strengths:
- Dean’s List scholar
- 4.6+ tutor rating
- UTS Excellence Schlr
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Impressive
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Ansh
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
I believe the single most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to provide patient and constant support for them outside of their classroom, and try to clear all their doubts effectively. Moreover, a tutor should guide their students in a manner in which they can focus on key areas of improvement and then work on realistic goals, which…
Strengths:
- Real-world focus
- Exam tips & support
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Info Processing
English
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Experience:
Skilled
Reliability:
Standard 
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Ellen
English Tutor Bronte, NSW
As I touched on previously, the understanding that each student learns differently is important for ensuring that my tutoring sessions are valid. I believe that the best thing a tutor can do for their students is adapt to the student's unique learning style and ensure that they are not only understanding the concepts, but also enjoying their time…
Strengths:
- IB 6-7 in all subj
- Primary age exp
- Netball coach
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
English
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Ridhima
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
I believe a tutor can ignite and enhance confidence in their students, giving the students the opportunity to take part in class discussions building up a healthy mindset that inspires them to overcome their weaknesses and strive towards improvement and their goals. I believe one of my strengths as a tutor is being an active listener which I…
Strengths:
- 96+ ATAR
- Band 6 Maths & Eng
- Bio Olympiad Dist
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Minh
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
Here are the key aspects that I consider to be the most important for a tutor:
Individualized Support: Through personalized guidance, I aim to address specific challenges, reinforce strengths, and ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject topics.
Encouraging Critical Thinking: This involves asking thought-provoking questions and…
Strengths:
- 1:1 mentoring exp
- Hosted 12+ seminars
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
English
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Sojestta
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
Undoubtedly, the primary focus of a tutor is to be patient with their students. All respective students are different from one another. Which also means they learn differently. As a tutor, it is my job to understand each unique needs, challenges and learning style. With patience, any tutor can fully support the growth of a student, whether it be…
Strengths:
- Visual Arts Band 5
- V4C finalist
- 3 yrs creative coach
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Outstanding
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Shreeya
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
Make them feel comfortable enough to ask any kind of questions and the aim is that they feel confident in problem solving and tackling unfamiliar problems with ease. Moreover, it is important for the tutor to align to the goals of the student and help them achieve that. I can explain difficult problems in an easy to understand manner. I explain…
Strengths:
- USYD scholarship
- Maths & chem tutor
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Economics
Software Dev
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Outstanding 
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Godwin
English Tutor Redfern, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to let the students enjoy and appreciate the lesson. Only then, they will be able to understand and excel in the subjects. I am really good at identifying the difficulty that a student face and guide him or her on how he can overcome the situation. Many a times, students are not meeting his…
Strengths:
- Piano diploma (ATCL)
- Law/Commerce student
- Event leadership exp
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Exceptional 
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Ferina
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
I believe a tutor has to make sure that students fully understand the material they are learning so that they can apply what they learn and ultimately be able to do the more difficult questions by themselves. With constant practice and drilling, students will be more comfortable doing the questions themselves and be confident in the…
Strengths:
- UNSW Actuarial Stud
- Maths & Eng tutor
- Leadership exp
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Economics
Business Studies
English
Chinese
Psychology
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Jocelyn
English Tutor Mascot, NSW
The most important thing as a tutor is to realise that you yourself is also learning, and you should not place yourself as a superior. As a tutor, yes you have the knowledge and your job is to teach that knowledge to your student - yet this is not an invitation to feel superior. As a tutor, you are there to guide them not dictate them. At the end…
Strengths:
- USYD Arts student
- Student mentor exp
- Leadership skills
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Experience:
Veteran
Reliability:
Exceptional
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Julia
English Tutor Erskineville, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is be attentive, approachable, and patient. There is nothing worse than missing out on understanding concepts because you are too scared or embarrassed to ask a question. That is why creating a positive environment where the tutor can actively help and guide is very important. My strengths as a…
Strengths:
- Selective sch alum
- 2+ yrs tutoring exp
- Maths & sci awards
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Experience:
Seasoned
Reliability:
Proven
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Henry
English Tutor Surry Hills, NSW
I believe that the two most important things a tutor can do for a student is to have both sympathy and empathy when approaching difficult concepts, in order to prevent a student from giving up, in addition to being organised and prepared. My greatest strengths as a tutor lie in my patience with others, my ability to explain difficult concepts in a…
Strengths:
- Patient & empathetic
- Concept clarity
- Well-planned lessons
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
English
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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.
