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Tutors in Mitcham 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.
Top Private Maths Tutors
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Don
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
Understand that every student is different and works at different paces, therefore I believe that it is very important to be patient and considerate.
Answer any questions or doubts the student might have prior to ending a session thus ensuring that the student does not have any confusion when he/she goes back to school.
Work at a pace that…
Strengths:
- Peer mentor exp
- Psych student Monash
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
English
Psychology
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Pasansi
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
I think tutors can be a significant help for a student trying to find his path through academics. They can often bring to life the talents hidden in their students I love my ability to engage students in the lessons and to simplify the concepts that are harder for them to grasp. I try to plan the lessons in a manner that is beneficial for each…
Strengths:
- Biz Distinction
- IT & maths skills
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Maths
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Help Your Child Succeed in Maths
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Marc Eugene
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
It is also the thing I enjoy the most, unlocking one's potential to succeed in the current challenges that the student face. I myself was tutored when I was young, my mentor became my inspiration to emerge victorious in the field of mathematics. It is time that I share these skills Patience and perseverance, these two attributes would play a key…
Strengths:
- Cum Laude engineer
- Award-winning mentor
- Problem-solving
Subjects:
Maths
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Devika
Tutor Vermont South, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to make them understand the concepts pertaining to the subject they teach, so that the students can understand the subject better instead of making them memorize stuff. I am a really patient and understanding individual. To teach or tutor anyone, one should be patient enough to explain the…
Strengths:
- Deakin Master’s
- IT & coding skills
- Teamwork focus
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Ishraq
Tutor Wheelers Hill, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build a strong understanding, confidence, and good learning habits. A tutor should explain concepts clearly and logically, adapt to how each student learns, and create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. Equally…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptive
- Clear explainer
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Pansy
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
"make the complicate simple". As a student, there are areas in their study that they are not confident with. it is really important for tutor to break down the complicate knowledge and delivery the contents in simple way so that they could be confident in their study and gain a further understanding from your teaching im confident with my…
Strengths:
- Maths & Acc expert
- Master of Teaching
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
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Jerry Zhongyu
Tutor Vermont South, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are 1. to develop the interests in learning, such as changing the dull mathematics class into interesting storytelling games. 2. To provide useful problem-solving tips that students can easily pick up and apply. 3. Continuously give students sense of achievements by helping them…
Strengths:
- 8+ yrs tutoring exp
- Mentor for teens
- Eng & Math focus
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
Ancient History
Modern History
Geography
English
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Prachi
Tutor Burwood East, VIC
Communication skills is a vital skill that I have gained through my experience volunteering at a kindergarten and primary school and I would be able to apply this when communicating with the students. Along with communication, I've also taken on the skill of active listening which would be important for when I need to hear a student's or parents'…
Strengths:
- Top 10% Distinction
- Yr7-9 Maths & Sci
- Confidence builder
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Psychology
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Mutahar
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
The most important thing as a tutor is definitely patience and making the student feel comfortable when making mistakes. This allows them to work hard and keep up their efforts when trying to solve questions. My natural ability to break questions down and explain them in many ways is very beneficial when trying to explain concepts that a student…
Strengths:
- 1st Eng DaVinci Dec.
- VCE graduate
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Maths
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Sourav
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
A tutor can show the beauty of the subject and make the student love the subject. Once that happens, the student can excel not only in that subject, but can also approach everything in life with confidence and aptitude. I love teaching - That would be my greatest strength. I am really good at it & experienced.
I have always had a good bonding…
Strengths:
- JEE Adv prep exp
- Needs-based tutoring
- Maths expertise
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Online
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Chinwe Jennifer
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
I believe most important thing a tutor can do for a student is provide a safe and encouraging space where the student feels free to voice any of their concerns or to ask questions. In addition to this a tutor should be commited to understanding the learning style of their student and the ways in which they respond to different teaching methods in…
Strengths:
- VCE graduate
- Clear communicator
- Problem solving
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
English
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Guanxi
Tutor Vermont South, VIC
As a one-on-one teaching assistant with more than one year of experience, providing some notes and problem-solving skills to students, and the notes would not be covered by their school. Furthermore, the tutoring note would be based on the studying situation of different students, so the teaching notes would have strong pertinence and thus help…
Strengths:
- 94+ ATAR
- Top 10% maths awards
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Zain
Tutor Burwood East, VIC
Make them believe that challenging problems in academics are nothing to fear. Help them understand the subject matter at an intuitive level thereby giving them the confidence to not be intimidated by subject areas they find difficult My experience in academics- I have a bachelors in electrical engineering, i have attended part time classes in an…
Strengths:
- Circuit design award
- Project mgmt exp
- Deakin MSc candidate
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
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Zhenghan
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student go beyond simply helping them succeed academically. A great tutor should motivate students to believe in themselves, inspire curiosity, and make learning a positive experience. By bringing encouragement and joy into the process, a tutor can help students build confidence, enjoy their…
Strengths:
- Conf boost focus
- Clear communicator
- Adapts: stud needs
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
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Ankita
Tutor Burwood East, VIC
- Help them understand concepts in the best way they can know them.
Learning is different for different student and every child is different. There are different ways in which a person will understand. Hence, a good tutor should know which approach to use so that studies become fun and concepts become their partners for life time. - Innovative…
Strengths:
- Deakin mentor
- Confidence focus
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Business Studies
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
English
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Derek
Tutor Vermont South, VIC
Boost up their confidence, discover its potential and most importantly achieving a better mark in a short period of time. 9 years of tutoring experience, always being patient, know how to deal with kids and students as an "Friend"instead of a tutor, rapid improvement for students.
and Native…
Strengths:
- 9 yrs tutoring exp
- Conf boost focus
- Rapid student growth
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
Online
Chinese
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Aven
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
Building rapport and a positive classroom environment.
In my experience, the quickest and most effective way to see results in a tutoring setting is by ensuring that the student genuinely wants to be there; otherwise, they won’t put any effort into their learning. Many of the students who attend extracurricular tutoring sessions face…
Strengths:
- Clear explanations
- EAL teaching exp
- Lesson plan expert
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Abyanuddin
Tutor Notting Hill, VIC
Ensure the student has a solid understanding of foundational concepts. A strong foundation provides the basis for more advanced learning. Without a solid grasp of core principles, it becomes challenging for students to progress and tackle more complex topics. However, we also have to take notes that the importance of specific aspects may vary…
Strengths:
- PhD Eng student
- Uni lecturing exp
- STEM expert
Subjects:
Maths
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
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Nandhini
Tutor Wheelers Hill, VIC
A tutor helps make a subject feel easier and make the student improve their skills in that subject. I am great at teaching in a simple and easy to understandable approach. I am a good listener and I can teach according to each student's…
Strengths:
- Simple explanations
- Tailored to needs
- Skill-building focus
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Michelle
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
- providing support : whether that be academic, social or emotional support
- being patient
- being a good listener
- being able to be flexible + adapt to different students and their needs
- being a collaborator rather than a strict authoritative relationship : important to gauge what a student wants to achieve + work together towards…
Strengths:
- Patient & adaptable
- Strong subject knowl
- Confidence boost
Subjects:
Maths
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Aiden
Tutor Mount Waverley, VIC
Being an engaging teacher and being able to adapt. As a tutor, your providing an outlet for them to learn when they are not getting enough out of their classroom. So you need to take an approach that will allow a student to push themselves without forcing them to. You also must be able to be creative and take different approaches if you recognize…
Strengths:
- 97+ ATAR
- Maths tutoring exp
- Law student Monash
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Legal Studies
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Jakob
Tutor Wheelers Hill, VIC
The tutor should be a mentor to their student, finding fulfillment and happiness in their student's success, while ensuring their goals and expectations are adhered to. Any student can find learning material and solutions online, hence to truly make a difference as a tutor it is essential to be encouraging to the student and have a will to work on…
Strengths:
- 98+ ATAR
- VCE Physics Award
- Exam coaching
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
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Kelly
Tutor Wheelers Hill, VIC
As mentioned, it is important to be genuinely passionate and interested in what you teach, because that mentality will transfer to the student.
It is important to make the content engaging, like through providing real world examples.
It is also important that they actually understand what you're teaching and are not afraid to ask questions…
Strengths:
- Monash Eng student
- STEM leadership
- Teamwork focus
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Software Dev
Engineering Studies
Inside MitchamTutoring 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.
