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Tutors in Modbury Heights 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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Janvi
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
A tutor can certainly change a child's mindset towards any subject because it all depends on making the basics of a subject strong so that there is no further problem. i must mention that I personally believe that there is no such thing as a silly question, so whatever doubts a student might face even if he assumes it to be silly, I am always…
Strengths:
- Physics/Chem tutor
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Ellanie
Tutor Banksia Park, SA
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for students is to guide and assist them to complete assignments and homework rather than completing it for them. This will not only allow them to ask questions and gain a basic understanding of how to do a task, but it will also allow them to successfully complete a similar task without needing…
Strengths:
- 94+ ATAR
- SACE Merit award
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
Business Studies
English
1st Lesson Trial
Help Your Child Succeed in Maths
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Zachary
Tutor Banksia Park, SA
Most importantly, a tutor can lead a student to realise what they are capable of. This kind of core belief change leads a student to have the self-confidence to reach their full potential, including their best learning. I am patient, understanding and compassionate. Even if a young person's lack of self-confidence results in negative behaviour, I…
Strengths:
- School vice-captain
- Youth mentor exp
- Academic awards
Subjects:
Maths
Ancient History
English
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Zibo
Tutor Windsor Gardens, SA
inspire interest
build confidence
motivate to do better
entertain
encourage
give examples
assign reachable tasks patience
being qualified
being able to adjust methodology
excellent knowledge of the subject
many years of teaching…
Strengths:
- Aust qual teacher
- 10+ yrs maths teach
- Expert in exam prep
Subjects:
Maths
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Sanghak
Tutor Dernancourt, SA
It is important for a tutor to steer the student into the right direction by giving simplistic explanations to questions or concepts, as poor explanations can confuse and destroy students' thought processes. What is also really important for a tutor is to be non-judgmental and have a personality that can induce questions from students who may be…
Strengths:
- Focused math insight
- Concepts made simple
- Encourages questions
Subjects:
Maths
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Murray
Tutor Tea Tree Gully, SA
Need to be a good listener.
Develop confidence with the student.
Provide a non-judgemental view or their learning.
Work from where they are and increase their development and understanding in the subject. Experience and the ability to listen to the student. In this way you find out where their strengths and weakness in a subject may exist.
I…
Strengths:
- 20+ yrs sci teaching
- SACE/VET specialist
- Senior school mentor
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Legal Studies
Economics
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Darika
Tutor Oakden, SA
Reduce the difficulties a student face when leaning a particular subject and enhance the learning outcomes in terms of grades and skills. Make the student comfortable with subject matters. I have adequate qualifications and experience to teach a student. I believe that I have the ability to guide a student to perform well in his/her studies. I am…
Strengths:
- Master Data Science
- Uni teaching exp
- Published researcher
Subjects:
Maths
Software Dev
English
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Ankit
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
In school, teachers deliver lessons on a general teaching strategy, whereas the context and mindset of all the students are diverse. A tutor helps students to improve their learning by contextualizing their learning based on their learning needs, aligning with learning difficulties, and provide constant help and boosting up their confidence in…
Strengths:
- Masters in Education
- Maths & Science exp
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Online
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usman
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
A tutor's best gift to a student is to prepare him for self study and be useful with the time. Also that respect everyone and constant learning and improvement is the key I can relate to most students and i can help them by being their friend and also i tend to make my students excel in studies as well as their lives in…
Strengths:
- Engineering Masters
- Clear explanations
- STEM focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
English
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Eunyoung
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I consider understanding and patience the most important things a tutor can do. Every student has different weaknesses and strengths and has different circumstances and learning abilities. By showing understanding and being patient, I believe it creates trust and reliability, allowing the student to open up more, and being confident in asking…
Strengths:
- 97+ ATAR
- Primary Ed (Hons)
- Peer tutor yrs 7-12
Subjects:
Maths
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Ignatious
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
Understand help and support.
Adaptive learning and mentoring
Keeping student record (Making individual support plan) Passionate Teacher with a love for educating today's youth.Adapt in creating a comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum that meets education requirements and standards. Able to act as a facilitator of powerful learning…
Strengths:
- Custom study plans
- Curriculum expertise
- Adaptive mentoring
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
Geography
English
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RAJWINDER KAUR
Tutor Brahma Lodge, SA
A teacher must consider individual differences and make lesson plans accordingly.
A teacher can inculcate self-esteem among students.
A teacher must share his/her experiences with students.
A teacher can add some fun and hands on activities so that student gain interest in the subject. I am dedicated,confident, flexible, passionate and hard…
Strengths:
- Masters in Maths
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Science
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Yidi
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
1. Build Confidence: Help students believe in their own abilities by encouraging a growth mindset and celebrating their progress.
2. Provide Tailored Support: Adapt teaching methods to align with the student’s unique learning style and pace, addressing their specific challenges.
3. Foster Independence: Equip students with learning strategies…
Strengths:
- 3+ yrs tutoring exp
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
Economics
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Madison
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I believe that tutoring is extremely important and can give students help in classes they may be struggling in or provide them a way to get ahead in their classes. Learning is incredibly important and tutoring can provide students with the knowledge they need to thrive. I am currently studying for a bachelor of science and am incredibly passionate…
Strengths:
- Youth leadership exp
- Swim teaching kids
- Conflict resolution
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Ancient History
Modern History
English
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Yani
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build their confidence, explain concepts in a way that makes sense to them, and create a safe space where they feel comfortable to ask questions and make mistakes. It’s also important to connect learning to real-life examples so students see the value of what they’re…
Strengths:
- UniSA Merit Award
- Clear explanations
- Student-centred
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Chinese
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Yunsheng
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
Firstly, a positive relationship that creates an inclusive and secure learning environment.
Secondly, not only focusing on qualification skills but also subjectification (student agency) and socialisation (fitting into society), linking students' experience to learning.
Thirdly, teaching with a purpose, the ends (goals) and means…
Strengths:
- Master of Teaching
- Creative lessons
- Inclusive educator
Subjects:
Maths
Online
Chinese
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George
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
I consider the most important thing as a tutor is the success of my student academically through personalised lessons. I feel an obligation to ensure that my students pass or exceed in the topics they bring to the lessons and aim to empower them to create independent learners. I would say my strengths are being able to break down complex topics…
Strengths:
- STEM subjects grad
- School mentor roles
- Organised & diligent
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
English
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Vasundhara
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
The most important thing which I can do for a child is to make them a good human being by inculcating good values.
Being a mathematics educator I would love to remove phobia of Maths. I would love to share best practices of teaching methodology. 1)I am a good listener with which i first understand what exactly the problem is and then try to…
Strengths:
- 10+ yrs maths tutor
- Clear explanations
- Confidence focus
Subjects:
Maths
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Mediatrice
Tutor Salisbury, SA
The most important thing that a tutor for students is to allow them to work out answers for themselves. Of course, tutors should provide guidance, but they should not merely provide answers. Additionally, I feel that students must be allowed room to make mistakes. A tutor should not be one to apply too much pressure on a student, as too much force…
Strengths:
- Essay writing help
- College Captain 2018
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Modern History
English
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Wen Xuan
Tutor Mawson Lakes, SA
One of the most vital aspect is a tutor must be committed, dedicated and responsible to the availability of the student who requested for assistance and concentrate when providing assistance without any unnecessary distractions. As a tutor, if I have other sudden commitments which require my attention, it is my responsibility to let the parents or…
Strengths:
- UniSA Eng grad
- Study support exp
- Maths Sci Eng tutor
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Adekunle
Tutor Salisbury Plain, SA
The most important things a tutor can do for a student include fostering a supportive and encouraging learning environment, building a strong rapport, and personalizing instruction to meet individual needs. Creating a safe space where students feel comfortable asking questions and expressing their struggles is essential for their confidence and…
Strengths:
- 10+ yrs teaching exp
- Exam coaching
- Pos learning focus
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Geography
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Balpreet
Tutor Salisbury Plain, SA
I think the best tutor is one who guides the students properly and fairly not only in their academics but also about life challenges. Most importantly a tutor should be ready to explain a single concept even 10 times to students if they are not able to get that without getting annoyed Well , I'm quite patient which I think is my biggest strength…
Strengths:
- Postgrad Ed student
- 2+ yrs tutoring exp
- Maths & sci focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
English
Online
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Arifuzzaman
Tutor Salisbury Plain, SA
A good teacher can make a student confident in life, show him the right path of success. A teacher can teach him to be honest, flexible, patient, a good listener, a collaborator and confident in life. I believe the following strength I have as a teacher:
• Technical skills.
• Creativity.
• Empathy or…
Strengths:
- PhD candidate UniSA
- 14+ yrs teaching exp
- Exam coordinator
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Engineering Studies
Inside Modbury HeightsTutoring 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.
