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In my opinion, one of the most important things a tutor can do is to make it clear to a student that they are capable and believe in their abilities as a student. This establishes trust and goes a long way in terms of fixing problems of difficulties in any subject area. It will also build a student's confidence in themself all while knowing there…
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Being a good listener is one of important thing student needs as they wanna be assured you are listening for their questions. Another key thing is to be patient. They have different level of understanding hence patience is need and also what is easy for a tutor is not necessary easy for a student. A tutor needs to be a collaborator and not…
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I definitely think that there needs to be a solid understanding of the student and the way in which they learn so that the tutor can teach them in a way which is most effective to them. Along with this, I think that the tutor should make the student feel comfortable with them so that they feel free to ask questions or ask for further…
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Listen to the student as not everyone can understand the methods clearly at first its the questions that complete this vital component I will do my best to be a good listener for my students so that the content is understood well. Communication, this is vital as the tutor needs to deliver the content effectively and concisely and in return be able…
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Responsibility. Preparing teaching materials before tutorials I am a listener, I respect everyone works at different…
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Beyond the learning of a specific subject, which may appear to be the main goal of tutoring to some, the most important things I believe a tutor can do for a student is to offer an enjoyable experience of learning. The school system can be difficult and it can be easy for students to lose motivation and interest in learning. A tutor can provide…
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The most important thing to being a tutor is the passion towards teaching and the motivation to get the best results from his/her students. It is also crucial for a tutor to be friendly and approachable to every student. A tutor should be available to help the student cope with any difficulties, even if this requires an extra personal approach to…
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The most important you can do for a student is to know their abilities and work their capabilities to make them better at the subject they're trying to get better at. It is also important to understand every student is different and not all of them can grapple a concept quickly. But as a tutor, I must make sure I am accounting for each students…
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The ideal role of a tutor is multifaceted and goes beyond simply imparting knowledge to students. A tutor should strive to be a supportive and effective educator and mentor to facilitate learning. As a tutor, my primary responsibility is understanding each student's unique learning needs and tailoring my teaching approach accordingly. By…
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Make sure the student understands the concepts being taught and enjoys learning the subject and is comfortable with interacting with the tutor so he/she can learn more. I understand that each student learns concepts in a different way so I change my method of teaching to cater to each student so the students feel comfortable with…
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I believe each student has a set goal in their minds. Therefore, the most important thing that I think I can do for a student, is to make sure they reach their desired goal and preferably even surpass it. This will teach them that they can achieve anything as long as they put in the work and come in with the right attitude. I am very attentive and…
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Help them in all aspects of life, not just their academic knowledge, but how to balance study with sport, socialising, sleep, and such. Life is about enjoyment as well as learning! I have 2 years tutoring experience that have helped me become super patient, resilient, and understanding, as I have worked with 40+ different students and parents. I…
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Provide student clarity and thorough understandings on concepts they might find a little tricky. Good communication skills, patience and thorough explanations given to a learner of any…
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Active listening, and asking as many questions as possible, to learn more about the students strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The more we know, the better illustration we have to help guide, encourage, motivate and inspire students to realize their own potential. My strengths as a Tutor, include, my interpersonal approach to each…
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A Tutor plays an important role in the development of child's career goals. Hence I feel a great sense of responsibility on my shoulders to mentor them to brighten their future. My way of teaching is friendly and…
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Being a teacher, it's his/her duty to make the student understand any concept accurately with an ease and with great patience. It is not right to shout or get angry on any person if he or she is not able to do any thing, all you need is some time and practice and also some tricks to solve any problem. I am a very patient person and work with full…
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i consider giving time to each student and make them comfortable so that they can ask u all of their doubts on the subject and clear everyone of them. I is most important to be friendly to students to make them comfortable with asking their doubts. i think my greatest strength is patience, since it requires a lot of patience to clear doubts of…
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A tutor should be able to provide lessons to a student which are tailored to their abilities and learning style. This is something which students can't always get in their regular classes and a tutor could provide through being attentive. They should also be able to make students feel confident in their abilities and iron out any weaknesses. My…
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The most important things a tutor can do for a student is help inspire students to love learning, gain knowledge in various fields and learn how that knowledge can be applied in the real world, so that students gain an appreciation for education. Education is much more than just getting good grades, it is about learning how the knowledge you have…
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Be willing to help, be patient and understanding. Ultimately this leads to the student enjoying the learning process and be inspired to study. I believe my strengths are that I am patient and understanding as I was once in the same position. I ask believe that the way I articulate and help relate concepts to the uniques student allows them to…
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There are many important things a tutor can do. From my experience as a student, the tutor should develop a trusting relationship with the student, providing a safe, positive and productive environment. The tutor should be willing to listen and help the students. The tutor shouldn't get frustrated if the student doesn't understand a concept - they…
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It's important that not only do they learn the content but they understand it and want to understand and learn. growing not only knowledge but a love of learning. I am able to make kids see me and the work as fun and not just boring weekly work. Building relationships is important in the learning process cause it makes all the difference in the…
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I believe that the most important thing to do is to communicate with my student and get an idea of what they know and don't know. It is important to build upon existing knowledge to explain other concepts and to avoid confusing my student. I think my strength is being patient with my student. I also believe I can encourage improvement and work on…

Local Reviews

Ava seemed to enjoy her class with Travis. Travis is a lovely young man
Leanne, Brisbane

Inside Petrie TerraceTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 6 student Olivia focused on converting fractions and percentages, as well as reinforcing her understanding of improper fractions using visual aids.

In Year 9, Ethan worked through algebra worded problems and practiced expanding and simplifying linear equations to prepare for upcoming assessments.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Ava concentrated on mastering the derivatives of exponential functions and applying these techniques to related optimisation questions, reviewing step-by-step differentiation strategies throughout the session.

Recent Challenges

In Year 8, one student showed progress in worded maths problems but often avoided revisiting difficult textbook questions between lessons—"he admitted he has not been practising what we've been going through," the tutor noted after a topic test.

A Year 10 student, while understanding new concepts during sessions, struggled to recall key steps the following week due to limited consolidation outside class; this led to re-covering old material instead of advancing.

In senior years, incomplete homework and minimal independent practice meant recurring calculation errors persisted across assignments, even when students could recognise these mistakes after feedback was given.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Petrie Terrace recently noticed some genuine steps forward across a few students. One Year 11 student, who used to quietly skip over difficult calculus problems, now asks for clarification and talks through his reasoning—he even took the lead on breaking down a tricky chain rule question last session.

Meanwhile, a Year 8 student has shifted from second-guessing her answers to confidently judging if solutions "look right," often explaining out loud why she trusts her method.

In primary sessions, one younger learner who once hesitated with worded maths problems successfully read all the key terms aloud before working through each step herself.

What they say about our tutoring

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Kareem is so happy with John. He is very comfortable with him and feels a lot more confident. I can see the difference in Kareem's attitude, thank you.

Kelly is a fantastic tutor & lovely person who clicked with Emily immediately and Emily noticed her own improvement within days. Emily sat her Maths semester exam 3 weeks later after having Kelly there was a big improvement!!! Thank you for referring Kelly to Emily and we look forward to having her tutor Emily for as long as we can!

Working at EzyMath Tutoring is really rewarding. I have been able to work with students to build their confidence and evolve them into independent learners. You build relationships and trust with students so they feel comfortable with you - even if it is saying they don't understand! It's amazing to see them improve their maths skills with increased confidence. Even better is seeing them smile and light up with excitement when they tell you of their great achievements at school.

Local Spots for Tutoring

If you'd prefer not to have lessons at home, tutoring can also take place at a local library—such as Brisbane Square Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Brisbane Grammar School.