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.
I think building a students confidence is the most important part of teaching. By introducing them to methods they can use to problem solve for themselves, a whole world opens up for them. I will provide a structured approach to teaching these methods and support them as they put them into action. I am a calm and patient tutor who is passionate…
As a tutor, I believe the most important things a teacher could do for their students is making them feel encouraged and secured. Promoting education in today's society is something that should be dominated and put first. In my eyes, a child's education is the first step towards a child's success. Encouraging students and providing them with a…
The most important things a tutor can do for a student is build confidence and spark an interest for learning. I would do this by encouraging a growth mindset and applying school concepts to the real world to show students that school learning does relate to the real world and doesn't just remain in the books. This is something I personally found…
I believe that instead of simply passing down knowledge to students, it is crucial to provide guidance to independent learning. Students cannot rely on tutors to help them do their work forever, so I believe that apart from teaching new learning strategies, it is also important for tutors to cultivate independence in their students. I believe that…
1. Make the student succeed and confident in Math.
2. I want to remove the fear of the subject from each student.
3. Tutoring is an art, and can't be done by anyone.
4. A tutor can make a student think innovatively, and understand thw things better. I can simplify things, and make students understand better.
I ensure students have no fear of…
I believe listening to a student and understanding their concerns is most important as a tutor isn’t just there to teach but better the students attitude about learning and how they can approach it Building rapport and a relationship with the client which helps them communicate with me naturally. Once a client understands I’m there for them…
The most important things I can do for students are to build their confidence, make learning engaging and understandable, and provide guidance that helps them become independent learners. My strengths as a tutor are patience, clear open communication, and the ability to explain complex ideas in simple, relatable ways. I also adapt my teaching…
Creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and expressing their concerns. A positive learning environment is essential for building confidence and fostering supportive learning. Not every student learns the same way, and being open to adjusting the approach is crucial. I can adapt to…
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are build trust, show patience, and create a supportive learning environment. When a student feels safe, understood, and not rushed, they're far more likely to engage, ask questions, and grow in confidence. Patience allows students to learn at their own pace, and trust ensures they…
The most important thing a tutor can do is play the role of reinforcing strengths to build confidence and strengthen a student's self-esteem, through constructive feedback. A tutor should explain complex concepts in simpler terms to make students understand them, at the same time encouraging self-thinking by guiding them towards how to find the…
The most important role of a tutor is to engage students in subjects they may struggle with or find unappealing. By ensuring that students grasp the fundamental concepts and alleviate any fears or uncertainties, tutors create a supportive learning environment. Effective teaching strategies tailored to individual needs, building rapport, and…
Tutors must be clear and patient with students to provide productive sessions. In return, students will feel comfortable and eager in their studies so they can build confidence in their abilities. My strengths are my empathy and patience with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
I understand that each student will required a different…
A tutor should be able to help the student reach their goals. They should be able to provide guidance and techniques as to how to tackle exam questions, and maximise their marks as much as possible. A tutor should also facilitate personal growth. I am confident that I have good fundamental skills. I have good communication skills and teach in a…
Make students feel comfortable and engaged through giving compliments and encouragements. This lets them get rid of any anxiety or feelings of incompetence when starting tutoring. I can make the student feel supported by ensuring they understand school work and homework as well as challenging them for building confidence. As a tutor, my strength…
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student is listen and understand what issues they are facing with the work, whether it is not understanding/visualising the concept correctly, or just struggling to follow or understand the steps taken in order to solve the question. The next important thing a tutor should do is ensure the…
I feel dedication and perseverance are the most important things, as this allows the student to have the clarity in knowing that the tutor will help them of their journey. M,y strength is my ability to communicate my knowledge in an easy-going and understandable manner which allows students to become interested and engaged with the subject…
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help build their confidence in their own abilities. A tutor should create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable to ask questions because it makes learning engaging and effective for each student. One of my biggest strengths is my ability to explain challenging…
Self esteem. When a student can solve maths problem and they comprehend the concept behind it, it gives them confidence that they could do anything. Confidence is an important factor in maximizing the potential of an individual. I think most students right now approach solvining maths problem in a very mechanical way. Meaning , they memorize the…
I think the tutor should give the student lessons and skills that they can carry over to other subjects and outside the classroom, making them more confident in any environment they are in. In addition to helping them recognise that they are making progress and that it is a result of their hard work and dedication. I think my flexibility and my…
Every student has his own mind, not everyone has the ability to catch up with the content of the lecture/course. It's important for every tutor to find students who are facing problems in classrooms and make them feel they too have the ability to be successful in the course. Whenever a student feels he won't be able to succeed its every tutor's…
Most importantly a tutor needs to have empathy for his or her students. Being able to take them on a journey of learning and fun so they become more and more curious and are able to learn through keen interest and out of the box thinking is what a tutor should do for students. I would consider patience, kindness, logical thinking and being able to…
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are:
Identify and address individual needs: Tailor the teaching approach based on the student's strengths, weaknesses, and learning style to provide targeted support.
Foster a supportive learning environment: Create a comfortable, non-judgmental space where students can ask questions and…
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.