Tutors in La Trobe University include high-achieving graduates, experienced teachers, subject specialists, and passionate mentors from top Australian universities. Many have received academic awards or hold advanced degrees, and all share a genuine commitment to helping students succeed.
I believe that a good tutor has the the ability to help students build confidence for the classroom, and inspire them to be the best that they can be. Another thing that is important to me is not belittling the student or making them feel "stupid" for not understanding, but instead relating to them and helping them find a different way to solve…
For me, the most important aspect of tutoring is being able to breakdown a concept which the student finds challenging into its key components and then explain them in a way which really resonates with a student. By doing this not only are you helping the student to understand the topic, you are enabling to student to apply the idea or concept to…
The ability to understand a student and their learning style is something I highly value in a tutor. In school classes where they are often one of many, they may find that the teaching style may not work for them and that they cannot achieve their goals. In a tutoring scenario, we are able to cater to them more specifically, to be intuitive about…
Have clear objectives, High Quality teaching, Much Better Understanding and Results/Marks, Turning a negative attitude to a positive attitude towards work, be fun but know when to be serious, have clear purpose, understand really what the student needs from you (every student is different), and many more. Strengths - Significantly improved marks…
The most important thing to keep in mind when tutoring in my opinion is to help them gain confidence & enjoyment in the subject. If a student believes they are bad at a subject, they often won't try as hard because they view it as pointless. Confirmation bias can also lead to only noticing when they make mistakes, meaning they won't recognise the…
The most important things that a tutor can do for a student are by being able to customize a tutorial plan specifically for individual students, they are helping the students understand better, perform better academically, help them manage time and teach them better study methods. My greatest strengths are patience, observation and simplifying…
To be understanding and compassionate. To show a genuine interest in the students progress. I can adapt my style if it is not working. I am always willing to be…
The most important things a tutor can do for their student, in my opinion, are to be flexible and honest in their tutoring methods, ready and flexible in modifying and enhancing the educational experience by bringing necessary equipment, and understanding, advising, and encouraging a student to build upon the key skills they already possess to…
I believe patience and perseverance are essential when working with students. I also think it is important for a tutor to be personable and a confident communicator in order to make the students feel comfortable working with them. Other vital attributes are reliability and dedication. I am confident in communicating with others and focused. I…
A tutor can enable students to fully grasp and comprehend the depth of what they learn and this is the most important thing, as it opens up the door for understanding any problem and applying knowledge. A tutor can also create a passion for learning, which I believe is an essential tool required for success in education. I believe I can help…
The tutor can help a student to build confidence as well as help pupil in the study by making them practice on their weak points, as a teacher never judge students weakness but helps them to improve it. I believe that tutor and student relationship to be more friendly and believe that if concepts are strong of a student so they can go a long way.…
Ultimately, a successful tutor should bolster their students' confidence and make them realize and maximize their academic potential. Moreover, a successful tutor should have the ability to make learning authentic, relevant and overall a good experience for the student. I believe I am very patient in teaching my students. In essence, listening to…
Firstly, tutors can guide the students in their learning and boost their knowledge in areas that they are not confident in or have fallen behind from school. Tutors enhance the student's academic ability so they can perform at their best.
Secondly, tutors have the power to motivate and encourage students to keep working hard and not to give up,…
I believe this varies with the student's age and the goal of tutoring. For younger high-school students, the most important thing is guiding them through the subject/s they find tricky, to develop academic confidence and inspire an intrinsically motivated learner. However, with senior high-school students seeking to maximize their ATAR or other…
A tutor should always express appreciation and pride for improvements shown by the student- no matter how big or small the progress is. A tutor should also be able to point out the strengths and weaknesses of the student particularly in a respectful and encouraging way. Most importantly, building a rapport with the student is crucial so as to…
-Be a reliable source for a student.
-Provide constant reports on a students progress so that they are aware of how they are going.
-Be understanding.
-Have the ability to adjust their pace/approach depending on how the student learns. I have become good at finding many ways of explaining the same concept as I know that not all students will…
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to provide a positive and healthy learning environment. A tutor should also be able to help a student reach his or her academic potential. I am a very understanding and patient individual. I understand that every kid has his or her own style of learning, hence I will try to be as…
Everybody learns differently, and trying to apply the same approach to everyone is going to leave students struggling and frustrated. I adapt my teaching style to the way a student learns, and don't enforce a certain way of thinking - instead, I equip them with the tools to approach any problem in a way that works for them. I have two years'…
Giving the student the skills and ability to actively learn and be passionate in academic pursuits without the necessary external help of tutoring so they can give their all with academics and have a good time doing it. I am empathetic and open-minded when talking and discussing about scientific and mathematical subject matters as well as…
I believe that increasing a student's confidence in any area of study is imperative as it is a reaper of success in that it piques their curiosity, motivating them to seek improvement in their studies. In addition, presenting concepts in unique and engaging ways that are tailored to the student is also of great importance as it captures their…
-Firstly, you need the passion. With the passion for sharing knowledge that can help anyone and everyone, one can enjoy the joys of being a tutor/mentor
-Next, you need resilience. A true tutor will find anyway to ensure their student shares their love for learning using flexible and adaptable learning strategies to cater to the student's…
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to deepen/ignite their interest in the area which they are teaching or make a student come to love a subject they struggled with before. Furthermore, as a tutor, I feel that helping a student build a strong foundation of knowledge is important as future knowledge they learn would…
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.
What they say about our tutoring
I thought our tutor was very good, and was very happy with the professionalism. Many thanks Keep up the good work.,
Morgan (my son) reckons she is fantastic, and that she is really helping him out tremendously at the moment. He says he is understanding the work etc. I think the best part is that he is listening and communicating with her
Hello, I am sorry I have been so uncommunicative. Dev was lovely and I was sorry to see her go. She helped Thea very much with her maths and did herself out of a job. Thea and her teacher told me that she had caught up and was actually finishing before everyone else.  I hope however, I can get Dev back if Thea's maths falls back again. She was really fantastic and can highly recommend her.
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