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Petrie Terrace's tutors include a PhD mathematician and university medallist with over a decade of teaching experience, a seasoned secondary maths teacher, an award-winning biomedical science graduate (ATAR 99), K–12 English specialists, accomplished peer mentors, and former school teachers—offering students guidance from experts who've excelled both academically and in real-world classrooms.

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Matthew

Economics Tutor Ashgrove, QLD
I think a common misconception about a tutor's job is that their whole purpose is to get their tutee an A+. While this is obviously a wonderful side-effect of tutoring, the most important thing a tutor can do is to develop and improve a student's ability to problem-solve, learn, and work effectively to complete their academic goals. The difference…
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Kim

Economics Tutor Highgate Hill, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is teach them how to think and learn. This is far more valuable for future work and study than any one topic to be learnt. My principle strength as a tutor would be my understanding of how mathematical concepts work, which helps me to explain them. I do this often with my colleagues during…
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Pratik

Economics Tutor Woolloongabba, QLD
A tutor can basically develop students interest in the field which he/she is not interested in,and make learning happy to go for the students. I think my ability to get involved into the students and understanding their strengths and…
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Simone

Economics Tutor St Lucia, QLD
As previously mentioned, I think the most important thing a tutor can do for their student is to listen. If you do not listen to the students expectations and responsiveness to the material then the sessions will not be productive, and the student will not improve. My strengths are that I am an incredibly patient tutor, as well as a good listener.…
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Juhan

Economics Tutor St Lucia, QLD
The most important things I do as a tutor are listening carefully to understand where a student is struggling, explaining concepts in a way that matches their vocabulary and thinking style, and building the right mindset. Knowledge alone can only take a student so far - confidence in their own understanding is what truly helps them improve and…
Pari
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Pari

Economics Tutor St Lucia, QLD
Help them gain understanding of a thought they are not clear with, and motivate them to continue thinking things through in a unique way. I think I'm very patient while teaching, which would be beneficial for young students and older students. I am able to articulate well when I explain something which is needed by a…
James
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James

Economics Tutor Annerley, QLD
The most important thing a tutor can do for their student is be able to get them back in the right direction when they are lost. To give the student the tools and knowledge to be able to further their own learning. My strengths as a tutor in particular are my versatility. Studying my second course I have obtained strong skills as well as a variety…
Prachi
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Prachi

Economics Tutor Indooroopilly, QLD
Help them understand the why behind the answers. Be supportive and patient during the learning process. The tutor should be able to explain in a way that is easy to understand and interesting at the same time for the student. I get along well with children and have a passion for learning. I am easy and accommodating and I know what I am doing. I…
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Jeremy

Economics Tutor Clayfield, QLD
Allow the student to learn how to do the question but with prompts not showing the student everything. Communication, relationship…
Emily
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Emily

Economics Tutor Chelmer, QLD
I feel above all, it is important for a tutor to invest in the success of the student. to make sure that the student not only walks away with an understanding of the concepts being taught, but to make sure the student is empowered with the ability to be able to carry out that skill both in class and in an exam type situation. I think my hard work…
Danilo
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Danilo

Economics Tutor Chelmer, QLD
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help the student gain confidence in areas they might not have previously. I believe a tutor can help students understand that they are capable of learning whatever they put their minds to. I am a very patient tutor and have a holistic approach to teaching. I try and find the…
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Jesse

Economics Tutor Stafford Heights, QLD
Helping the students be more confident in their own abilities so they can go on to improve in their studies My…
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Curtis

Economics Tutor Holland Park, QLD
Developing a relationship with students that allow you to communicate efficiently and effectively is integral to being a successful tutor. As you could be the smartest person in the world, but if you can't communicate or connect with your students you cannot teach them. My skills and knowledge in STEM subjects is excellent as demonstrated by my…
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Naiyao

Economics Tutor Sherwood, QLD
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to boost their self-confidence. Learning, like everything else, is dependent on one's perception of one's abilities. Students who are confident in their abilities are more likely to be motivated than students who think they will never succeed. I think my strength as a tutor would be…

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.

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.