Tutors in Norwest 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.
Gain confidence of the students, use creative ways to make a child understand hard topics, Keep track of progress and make sure they have no doubts and are confident in attempting the questions. The rapport and trust between a student and tutor is important as that can help both of them understand and reach heights. Get to know the student first…
Other than helping the student achieve their personal goals, It's also important to ensure that they develop a love for learning and instill a sense of discipline and responsibility. Everybody learns differently and I feel that I am able to understand and adapt my teaching style to better suit the students needs rather than force them to adapt to…
The most important thing I consider an english tutor can do for the student is to always listen to the student’s needs and tailor the tutoring program to benefit them in the best way possible. I think my strengths would be the fact that I’m a recent high school graduate so I can get in the mindset of a HSC or year 11 student.
I also have a…
The most important thing would be to pass on the skills and knowledge the tutor has learnt to achieve their success onto their students. As this will be a learning experience for both tutor and student. I am direct and hardworking to provide my best possible advice on study topics. I also care about the students work to a great standard so I am…
I think the most important thing for an english tutor is to understand what the student needs and work through those blocks with positive reinforcement. Some students have a hard time understanding concepts while others have no faith in themselves and struggle to retain information. I believe that the best thing a tutor can do for a student is to…
The most important things I can do for a student are to provide a supportive and encouraging learning environment, to tailor my teaching methods to their individual needs, and to help them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Additionally, I can offer constructive feedback, inspire a love for learning, and serve as a positive role…
Help them gain a thorough understanding of concepts that they are incapable of doing alone, I want the student to understand that academic marks is not what we are trying to achieve but more of the effort and interest that they put in the subject which will lead towards success a process that needs to be taken instead of chasing the 90 + target…
The most important thing an english tutor can do for a student is to believe in them. As a tutor, you have to be able to show them that you know they can do well so they can believe it themselves. Another important thing would be to give feedback as it helps the student understand where exactly they are going wrong. My strengths would have to be…
As an english tutor, I believe that the most important things I can do for a student are to build their confidence and help them develop a love of learning. It is essential for each one of the students to develop a knack of learning and grow enough confidence in themselves, while doing so. By helping students develop a love of learning, I can…
To be attentive and to address the students personal needs for growth. The tutor should set an ideal example in terms of behaviour motivation and actions- one which a student should be able to look up to but also resonate with. This allows him to engage with the student at a personal level and provide better more relatable academic support, but…
I believe the most important thing an english tutor can do is to understand that each child is different and it is important to engage with them accordingly. My strengths are that i can easily integrate with others especially students which makes it easiest for me and them to have a free environment to study and cooperate with each…
You can inspire a student and make him independent. The goal of a teacher (ironically) is to make himself redundant. Being able to develop self-learning skills and teaching oneself by asking right questions is the key process of learning. Eventually, you can master the art of learning itself and you don't need a teacher. I can be very friendly and…
I think the most important thing about being an english tutor is meeting your students on their terms. What I mean by that is that you never make them feel stupid for not knowing, or not understanding something. I think the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to help not feel embarrassed by the gaps in their knowledge, and work…
I believe the most important things an english tutor can do for a student is to teach them in a way in which they will learn effectively, as well as finding out what their academic goals are and doing everything they can to help them reach these goals. I believe my strengths as a tutor include the ability to break-down and explain complicated…
The most important things an english tutor can provide a student is knowledge and encouragement. Knowledge is the most basic but significant role for tutors to instil in students. It improves the student's ability to understand and derive methods to solve complex problems and with the assistance of consistent encouragement, may spur the student on…
One of the most important things I can do for a student is to create a positive learning environment, which ensures they feel comfortable to ask questions and take the time that they need to properly understand a topic. I meet students where they are at with their understanding and explain topics in a way that best suits their learning style, with…
The fundamental thing an english tutor can do for a student is to teach and monitor the progress of a child. I call it teaching with a commitment. Aside from the broad aspects of teaching, there are other things that a tutor can do like listening to the student. What are his struggles? How does he feel towards the subject? Knowing the weaknesses…
As an english tutor, my main focus is on getting to know each student personally – their strengths, weaknesses and what they want to achieve. I feel as though a comfortable space where they feel comfortable exploring ideas, asking questions, and even making mistakes is something important as through mistakes you can learn. Offering guidance,…
Be honest, flexible, approachable, a good listener and most importantly, be patient. The tutor must be confident in their abilities to teach a student. The tutor should make sure the student understands the concept and does not teach too fast. I believe i am a good communicator, which helps me to strive as a tutor and easily convey important…
- Inspire confidence in their own ability and to enjoy the process of learning
- Understand the desires and drives of the student and help grow their capabilities
- Provide the student with a unique learning experience that will provide a helpful perspective in difficult concepts
- A willing and helpful mentor to a student who is struggling…
The most important things an english tutor can do for a student is provide a safe space for students to learn and challenge themselves, provide consistent feedback and human condition, and provide academic guidance to a student to ensure they are getting what they want out of their learning journey. I have great interpersonal skills working with a…
Communication and the ability to break down difficult concepts into substrates for students to digest. Sympathy Students need to feel the tutor cares about them and thus sympathy is important as a tutor. Great communication and the ability to empathize with my students when delivering difficult concepts. Organisation is an important skill which I…
Focusing on tailored strategies for optimum achievement, whilst serving as a constant reminder that resilience and versatility are most important.
Replacing another student's dread or under-confidence with excitement for a new opportunity to grow.
Fostering a positive learning attitude which strikes a balance between a confident mindset,…
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
We are extremely happy with our tutor Neema. He has been so encouraging for Sophie. She is feeling more confident already.
Eleena says he is great, he gives her homework sheets and he is very patient and explains everything she said.
We've only had 2 sessions so far but Deanna is already going really well. The girls are starting to get some benefit.