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.
As said previous I believe the most important thing is facilitating personal growth. Developing personal goals and working towards those goals is not only great academically speaking, but also of utmost importance in a successful and fulfilled career. I am very personable. I can get along with anyone, and aim to leave a smile on their face (and…
I think the most important thing I can do is provide an enjoyable experience for the student as this is what will allow them to engage with the learning and have the ability to improve their studies. Furthermore I will always have the students best interests at the front of my mind, so that I can ensure they are getting the best possible…
To make learning fun by offering different ways to explain concepts, getting to know the student's individual learning style, and emphasizing their strengths so they remain motivated. Additionally, helping them be organised and supported so that they do not get stressed and overwhelmed which can reduce enjoyment of and performance at school. My…
Help them look at things from a different view. That is what most students struggle with and once they understand the basics it is much easier to build on that, to lead into the more advanced topics. Getting the point across and making topics easy to understand. That is what I have been told by the people I have tutored. I give examples that…
A tutor should always listen to the student and work with their unique set of needs. Learning should always happen in a fun and motivating environment which engages the student. This may mean getting to know more about the student on a personal level so that I can make the study content relevant to the student's particular interests. I have a…
Make them feel as if they are in a safe environment where they are most able to learn. I am very personable and am able to get to know a wide range of students very quickly. This means that students will feel very comfortable around…
Be encouraging and ensure they keep a positive mindset so they are free of any negative thoughts and thus enabling them to have a better opportunity of succeeding I am extremely patient and am able to explain situations in a multitude of…
- foster in them a passion/motivation for learning
- help them discover the value of learning
- create a safe setting for the student to be open about what they're finding hard with their school work Personable- I try to ensure people around me are comfortable with me tutoring/teaching them
Patient- am willing to spend time on topics until…
Teach them valuable learning skills that can be applied in the classroom, during exams, and at home. Develop SMART goals with them using flexible learning plans and show them that having a tutor can be a superpower. I'm passionate about literacy development, knowledgeable about barriers to learning, patient, and reliable. I teach from a place of…
Take on different roles, understand not to 'do' the question for the student but rather help them to understand what is happening. You need to be able to ensure that it's a fun experience and they still enjoy learning and not make it a chore and reward verbally when a question is understood. Being able to adapt and recognising that I need to take…
I believe that a tutor's most important job is to build a student's confidence. Most particularly when a student is struggling, building confidence allows them to feel that they can try and fail, which is essential to learning. With more advanced students, confidence allows them to stretch themselves even further. I believe I have developed a…
It is important that a tutor makes the student feel that they are in a comfortable environment, so that the student feels willing and ready to learn. The tutor must ensure that the student does not feel ashamed or embarrassed about the areas of their learning that they may be struggling with. Instead, the tutor should encourage the student to…
To be kind and patient when teaching a student new skills, but to be rigorous in teaching. To quickly dissuade any mistaken habits, and promote the learning of correct and useful skills that will benefit the student for the rest of their life. I feel I make a great tutor because of my warmth and charisma. I love connecting with and inspiring…
The most important things a tutor can do for a student include providing individualized support, building confidence, clarifying concepts effectively, encouraging critical thinking, setting realistic goals, maintaining clear communication, adapting to learning styles, offering constructive feedback, motivating and inspiring, and staying patient…
Have patience, understanding and compassion for the kids they are working with. Each kid is different and finding a way to work with a kid that suits the child’s needs and learnings style My strengths as a tutor lie in my ability to provide clear explanations, offer diverse perspectives on topics, and adapt to various learning…
The most important contribution a tutor can provide is to assist in establishing great study habits that work, setting the student up for success in the long run. Whilst there are many tutors out there that merely provide short term help through comprehensive cheat sheets and the like, a real tutor will teach the transferable skills such that they…
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,…
Inside La Trobe UniversityTutoring Sessions
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.
What they say about our tutoring
I just wanted to let you know that Arielle's recent yearly Maths marks were the best she has ever had. Usually he marks are in the high 30's ( the test is out of 60) but this time she scored 50 out of 60! Arielle was thrilled and I know this has really boosted her confidence regarding her Maths abilities as she always felt Maths was too hard. I have noticed a definite change in her attitude to Maths tutoring with Ivan. She no longer dreads the session and is able to remain focused and attentive the whole time. This has given her the confidence to begin her new school next year with a positive attitude towards Maths.
Once again I really appreciate your help over the last few months. The structured format that EzyMaths brings to tutoring appears to provide a clear framework and guidelines for the tutors to work within. Combined with a really outstanding young tutor in Calvin this has had been very beneficial for Dom. I congratulate you on a great model and wish the business success for the future.
Shay is really enjoying the tutoring and Ben is a great tutor. She is already improving in her maths, which was the objective. Shay even does her extra math homework without argument which is amazing . We look forward to working with Ben for the rest of this term and next year.
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