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Allegra

Science Tutor Newtown, NSW

I think it is important for tutors to show patience and understanding towards students. It can be frustrating when one struggles to understand a new concept and I want to ensure that the student finds enjoyment in their work rather than a sense of dread toward it. Therefore, I highly emphasize an approach of patience to foster safe and enjoyable…

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Sports coaching exp
Childcare exp
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Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Biology Science English

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Suraj

Science Tutor Darlington, NSW

Be patient and actually encourage them to study and work hard. I like to start each session by actually asking them about their goals and if they have a set goal motivate them to pursue it. Explain it to them grades are important and make a big difference. Also, always let them know ask any single thing they want. The more questions the more they…

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BSc Sydney Uni
High school Dux
Medicine pathway

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science

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Lily

Science Tutor Darlington, NSW

I think that the most important thing a tutor can do is give a student confidence in themselves. It is not the tutor's job to simply pass on their own knowledge, but rather to show the student that they had the ability to excel on their own all along. Tutors can do this by explaining concepts in a new way or more slowly than they may have been…

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Physics prize winner
Science outreach exp
Scholarship awardee

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Shreya

Science Tutor Newtown, NSW

A tutor needs to be patient and build a healthy learning curve. One of the most important things for a tutor is to be encouraging and positive. Negativity can lead to resentment towards a subject and deflect the student from making a genuine effort to learn. A tutor also needs to be well-versed with the material so they can teach the student as…

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Patient & unbiased
Simplifies concepts
Encouraging approach

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science Engineering Studies English

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Jashuva

Science Tutor Newtown, NSW

I think it is very important for a tutor to help his students gain confidence mentally on the subject. it is also equally important to try and develop the fundamentals and concepts in the minds of his students in the best way he can. understanding the perspective of the student properly and help him de-bug his own methods before presenting our…

Strengths:

96% Year 12
Sci Olympiad gold
Analytical insights

Subjects:

Physics Maths Science

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Skilled

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Akshaya

Science Tutor Newtown, NSW

As a tutor, I believe that helping students reach their potential is one of the most important things. Specifically, I want the student to understand things that they are struggling with and let them know that they are doing fine and trying their best and they just needed a different approach to help them understand that topic. Another important…

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98+ ATAR
3+ yrs tutoring
Confidence focus

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science English

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Ryan

Science Tutor Darlington, NSW

As a tutor, I believe in catering to the students needs. Different students have different learning styles, so it is important to adapt my teaching styles to the individual. I also think compassion and understanding are necessary traits for tutors. Every student learns at different paces, and can grasp certain topics quicker than others. Patience…

Strengths:

Adaptive teaching
Engaging explanation
Student connections

Subjects:

Chemistry Maths Science Modern History Geography English

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Jonathan

Science Tutor Camperdown, NSW

The best thing a tutor can do for a student is affirm their self-worth as a learner and as an individual. It can be frustrating not being able to figure something out, but it becomes a lot less daunting without extreme expectations. I think my strengths as a tutor lie in my patience and my creativity. It's certainly not an easy task learning…

Strengths:

Master’s at Syd Uni
Faculty-nom tutor
Goal-setting mentor

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science

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Experience:

Master

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Exceptional

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Trang

Science Tutor Camperdown, NSW

I realised that the real challenge often isn't the students' abilities but their engagement with the content. My goal as a tutor is to approach material proactively, sparking curiosity and encouraging students to ask 'why?' and 'how?' instead of passively accepting information at face value. I believe in creating an environment where students feel…

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Business Studies 1st
Leadership roles
Detail-oriented

Subjects:

Maths Science Business Studies English

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Experience:

Master

Reliability:

Exceptional

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Pranav Caitanya

Science Tutor Camperdown, NSW

Guide them any way possible in all the things they feel difficulties in. I’m patient calm and overall very friendly person which makes the students feel very comfortable and a nice environment to…

Strengths:

USYD Masters student
STEM project mentor
Python & coding help

Subjects:

Physics Maths Science

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Skilled

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Outstanding

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Gloria

Science Tutor Camperdown, NSW

Being a role model and mentor to the student, both academically and in life. By helping them develop their skills in the subject area, a tutor models approaches to thinking, problem solving and one's attitude towards learning. I think effective tutors support students all students to achieve their best and develop their mindset and work ethic so…

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STEM passion
Youth mentor exp
Confidence focus

Subjects:

Maths Science

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Master

Reliability:

Exceptional

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Harley

Science Tutor Camperdown, NSW

Help them enjoy learning. The role of a tutor should be to engage the student and make the learning process fun, encouraging them to put more effort into their learning, consequently improving their results. As well as this, it is vital that a tutor guide the student to a solution rather than simply giving them the answer, allowing them to…

Strengths:

93+ ATAR
HSC Band 6 Maths
Exam technique coach

Subjects:

Physics Maths Science Software Dev Engineering Studies

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Skilled

Reliability:

Proven

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Chippy

Science Tutor Surry Hills, NSW

1. Make them understand how to be a good human. 2. Impart the Benefits of learning 3. Teach them honesty and true to self and others 4. Help them Build their career by finding their true passion 5. Give them a base to grow themselves My strengths as a tutor are: 1. I get the mindset and potential of the student in front of me which helps me…

Strengths:

Adaptive teaching
Concept clarity
Attentive listener

Subjects:

Physics Maths Biology Science Info Processing Software Dev Engineering Studies Ancient History Modern History Geography English

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Experience:

Veteran

Reliability:

Outstanding

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Melissa

Science Tutor Surry Hills, NSW

I believe that a tutor should be patient and focus on the things that students are struggling with. I also believe that practice makes perfect! Instead of memorisations that can be mundane for a student, I believe that it is a tutor's job to make a student's work exciting, ensuring that they are always curious and willing to learn. It is also very…

Strengths:

Patient & reliable
Conf boost focus
Clear communicator

Subjects:

Maths Science

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Skilled

Reliability:

Impressive

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Juan

Science Tutor Surry Hills, NSW

Incorporate a connection to the student's interests Teach the student how to learn Teach to the student's strengths Minimize the student's weaknesses I have a wide range of Knowledge, organizational and communication skills that allow me to make teamwork with student helping them in their learning process through with teaching creativity,…

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Maths & Chem tutor
5+ yrs tutoring
Clear explanations

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Experience:

Seasoned

Reliability:

Proven

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Maham

Science Tutor Surry Hills, NSW

- I believe that the most important things a tutor can do for a student is guide them towards setting realistic goals and achieving them. I also believe that a tutor should encourage the student and approach them in a manner that they feel comfortable with - I believe I have a lot of patience when tutoring - I also have different strategies that…

Strengths:

6+ yrs tutoring exp
Essay writing help
Confidence focus

Subjects:

Maths Science Modern History English

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Seasoned

Reliability:

Impressive

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ANANDHA

Science Tutor Redfern, NSW

By being considerate to the student and letting them lesrn things in their own pace and being supportive to them ansmd taking extra steps to make them understand the concepts that they find it hard to learn about Im patient, have diverse knowledge, keen in learning new…

Strengths:

Time mgmt focus
Critical thinking
UNSW student leader

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science Ancient History English

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Experience:

Skilled

Reliability:

Standard

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Man Aadesh

Science Tutor Redfern, NSW

Support them and ensure they are provided with the tools for success and by the end of the session are able to navigate their way to the appropriate solution through the implementation of thought techniques. I have over 3 years of experience tutoring in person and online as well as working with students of various ages and learning needs including…

Strengths:

Dalyell Scholar
Special needs exp
Olympiad gold winner

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Biology Science Economics Geography English

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Seasoned

Reliability:

Impressive

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Adria

Science Tutor Redfern, NSW

I believe that a tutor should not just provide answers to a problem, the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is teach them how to think to solve problems. This is why teaching maths or physics should go beyond drilling procedures, formulas and theorems into a student's head - tutors should encourage students to develop a wholesome…

Strengths:

Physics/math teacher
Masters in Physics
Team leadership exp

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Seasoned

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Michael

Science Tutor Redfern, NSW

The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to make the learning environment a productive but also an enjoyable experience. If the student comes to loves maths their willingness to learn with also increase One of my greatest strengths is patience. I am a very patient person and will not get frustrated with anyone who is having…

Strengths:

Maths & Physics
Clear explanations
Sydney Uni student

Subjects:

Physics Chemistry Maths Science

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Skilled

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Mohamed

Science Tutor Redfern, NSW

The clever tutor can know whether the student understands the information or not. He should get that without waiting for the student to tell him. As a result, he should redeliver the information but in a new way. I usually link between the theory and its application. I am interested in finding new interactive tutoring strategies. I try to deliver…

Strengths:

PhD candidate USYD
4+ yrs uni teaching
Award-winning mentor

Subjects:

Science

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Julia

Science Tutor Darlinghurst, NSW

I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is help students build confidence in their own abilities. My strengths as a tutor lie in my patience, experience, and ability to adapt my explanations to suit different learning styles and levels of…

Strengths:

Conf boost focus
Adapts for learners
Patient, seasoned

Subjects:

Maths Biology Science Modern History

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Experience:

Skilled

Reliability:

Standard

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Nima

Science Tutor Newtown, NSW

Tutoring is not just about writing formulas on paper and solving equations. Tutoring is about connecting with the student, listening to them and understanding them. Only then a tutor can see what topics the students are struggling with and be able to help them. A tutor can go on and on and on for hours with a lot of knowledge base and high level…

Strengths:

Dean's Merit Award
Eng(Hons) Scholar
Clear explanations

Subjects:

Physics Maths Science Software Dev Engineering Studies

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Inside PetershamTutoring 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.