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Reservoir's tutors include a university associate professor and polytechnic lecturer with over 9 years' experience, a qualified high school maths teacher with a Master's in Education, peer mentors and club leaders from top universities, seasoned K–12 science and maths tutors, Physics and Engineering graduates with academic awards, and dedicated camp leaders skilled at supporting children's learning.

Samuel
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Samuel

Science Tutor Brunswick East, VIC
Tutors can support other educators to help students learn how to learn. 1-on-1 support can help shed light on the exact nature of any obstacles a student might experience, which might be missed in a group classroom setting. Leading students patiently through the learning process helps instil confidence. I've received multiple feedback from…
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Ujitha

Science Tutor Ivanhoe, VIC
Listening. I think the best thing a tutor/mentor can do is listen to their students to find out which subjects/areas that need to be focused on. Anyone can teach the syllabus but a great tutor will produce a study plan suited to each individual student which will help bring best out of them. studying at RMIT has helped further broaden my Math and…
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Dominic

Science Tutor Ivanhoe, VIC
Giving confidence to the student is the most important thing. If the student is not confident in their ability to do the task, then they will believe that they can not and will not try. Understanding the frustrations that the student can have because they don't understand something, staying calm and patiently taking the student through the problem…
Peter
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Peter

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
Gaining a sense of self. Self-respect. Self-confidence. Self-esteem. These seem to help learning. I rarely teach. I prefer asking questions and letting the student discover the…
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Aidan

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
I think it is extremely important for a tutor to be adaptable. Different students have differing learning styles and needs, and therefore, to help different students, you need to be able to tailor your tutoring to individualised approaches. Furthermore, rather than just giving the children the answers, as a tutor it is important to be able to help…
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Chau

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do is to not give up on the student. While it is rewarding when students improve, some can take a while before they can overcome their learning curve. It is important to be patient and work together as a team to help them achieve better results. I try to think outside the box and tailor my lessons to the…
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Natasha

Science Tutor Brunswick, VIC
The most important thing is to gain a core understanding of the topic, and not just a surface level rote learning of how to solve problems. It's also important to have an understanding of each student and to recognise when to push them and when they've hit a wall (mentally). I think my greatest strength is my approachability and flexibility. I do…
Thomas
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Thomas

Science Tutor Northcote, VIC
Whilst ensuring the student learns or develops topics/skills is important, fostering an interest and curiosity in the subject is more important in my opinion. Through the support of teachers and students in my schooling I have grown a deep interest in maths, science and literature, which makes study and learning these subjects easy! I am patient,…
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Eugenie

Science Tutor Ivanhoe, VIC
It's most important to be patient and listen thoroughly to ensure that the student receives the style of tutoring that helps them to thrive. An engaging and positive attitude from the tutor is also key in ensuring the student feels inspired and motivated. I believe I have the ability to respond to individual students learning methods and adjust…
Alex
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Alex

Science Tutor Northcote, VIC
As a tutor, the most valuable thing I can do is provide opportunities for the student to learn, and allow them to become self-sufficient. My time with any student is limited, but their time to study themselves is not. I believe that building the confidence, strategy, and ethos to apply critical thinking and seek holistic understanding is the…
Tanisha
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Tanisha

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
1. Be supportive of their learning progression. 2. Build a great motivating rapport with the student 3. Make them see beyond marks and towards education and becoming a better human being. I am friendly and approachable . I can easily strike a conversation and build a great rapport with people. I am open to new perspectives and new ways of…
Emma
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Emma

Science Tutor Brunswick, VIC
I think the most important thing a student can do for a student is to personally assist and direct their teaching towards the specific needs of the student. I believe a tutor should also be very patient and understanding, and be persistent as there are so many different ways to teach and explain concepts. I believe a student should never leave a…
Shalini
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Shalini

Science Tutor Heidelberg, VIC
I believe a tutor should be a role model for the students and encourage him/her on their academic journey. I have found that many times students don't have proper guidance in regards to academics, hence they develop this stigma that they are not smart enough. As a tutor my role is to encourage the students to not only do better in school but also…
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Nithya

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be a strong support system so that they can confidently ask for help and not feel discouraged when they don't understand a concept. During high school I had an amazing tutor who supported me every step of the way and I think that is the best thing you can do for a student. I think…
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Sean

Science Tutor Northcote, VIC
A good tutor should be able to clearly explain concepts and methods to their students, and should be able to answer any questions a student has and be prepared before the tutoring session for these questions. A good tutor should give the confidence and tools for a student to succeed independently. I think I have a strong knowledge of the VCE…
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Negara

Science Tutor Macleod, VIC
I think maintaining an open mind, patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude are among the most important things a tutor can do. Acknowledging and adapting to each student's learning pace is vital, as it varies individually. My patience and engaging behaviour with students. I understand the amount of effort and time needed for this role, but…
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Anukriti

Science Tutor Bundoora, VIC
Build their confidence. Every student is different. One cannot treat them on the same plain. Some are aware of their shortcomings and are just confused. Some are hardworking while others can be smart-workers or differently remarked. A tutor must recognise that talent in them and help them use it in growing. Explaining instances metaphorically…
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Aisha

Science Tutor Glenroy, VIC
A tutor must help a student reach their greatest potential. A tutor must understand their student's skillful areas and utilize them to the best of their abilities. A tutor must understand their student's strengths and weaknesses and tailor the lessons around the weaknesses. I am very good at communication and treat my students as friends. I make…
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Armandinha

Science Tutor Campbellfield, VIC
The best thing any Tutor can do is make a student like a particular subject which she/he used to previously dislike. This means that the Tutor has made a boring subject interesting to the students. And in this way, the student will remember what he/she learns for a lifetime and not just for the purpose of examinations. I am a very patient Tutor,…
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Hajirah

Science Tutor Heidelberg, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to bring out the confidence in them. The confidence will allow them to keep trying and never give up. The other most important thing a tutor can provide the student with is understanding. The understanding of the student's strengths and areas of improvement. As a tutor, my strength…
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Dylan

Science Tutor Fairfield, VIC
One of the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to get to know them well, so they can understand where the student is at in terms of their learning, and what way they learn best. This can allow me as a tutor to effectively use my skills and knowledge in the best way to help each individual student get the most out of their…
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Darel

Science Tutor Brunswick, VIC
From my previous experience teaching a lot of students. The most vital point the student wants from their mentor is compassion and sympathy to connect with them. Once I can connect with them, I can understand at what level they are currently in and use the best method to help them strive to the best possible level they can achieve for the given…
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James

Science Tutor Brunswick, VIC
Be fully aware and considerate of each student's learning needs and situation. A good tutor will try multiple methods to tailor to each students learning style. Patience, high level knowledge in mathematics, willingness to learn where needed, open…

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Content Covered

Year 4 Olivia practised addition and subtraction with large numbers and explored perimeter of shapes, also tackling times tables using games.

Year 8 James revised circle properties in preparation for a test, and worked on algebra problems involving fractions.

For Year 10 Elizabeth, the lesson focused on linear equations—including solving simultaneous equations—and interpreting solutions such as one, none, or infinitely many using example problems.

Recent Challenges

In Year 8 English, planning and organizing written tasks remained a challenge—"Jordan would benefit by planning his writing tasks using the following steps: close reading, brainstorming, and checking grammar," noted one tutor.

Meanwhile, a Year 10 student in maths often avoided writing down full workings for algebraic problems; as observed, "he skipped showing steps in algebra, which hid sign errors."

In senior maths, another student grew reliant on calculators even for simple multiplications (e.g., 3Ă—2), slowing their fluency.

During a Year 7 test review, lack of focus led to missed question details and unnecessary confusion over parallel lines with transversals.

Recent Achievements

One Reservoir tutor noticed a big shift in a Year 11 student's approach to polynomial equations—she initially hesitated with the rational root theorem, but after breaking it down together, she started explaining each step back and solved difference of cubes problems on her own.

Meanwhile, a Year 8 student who previously struggled with grouping like terms became noticeably faster and more accurate using brackets correctly when expanding algebraic expressions, showing improved speed and accuracy.

In a younger session, one Year 4 student moved from quietly guessing at answers to confidently asking for clarification whenever she was unsure, finishing her multiplication tables independently by the end.

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 Reservoir Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Gabriel's School.