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Kaoru
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I consider the most important aspect of tutoring is to support the students through tough academic schedule, ranging from giving guidance, listening to their challenges and cheering them up whenever necessary. As someone who English is a second language, I can also sympathise how challenging English subject can be. I have also experienced…
Strengths:
- 92+ ATAR
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Subjects:
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Science
Geography
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Sharon San San
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I think the most important things is to guide students on subjects that they have difficulty with and prepare materials to help them improve on their examination performances. I am patient and friendly. Students can approach me to ask any questions regarding their studies and I will do my best to help them. I am also observatory and I am able to…
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- First Class Eng Hons
- Patient & caring
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Engineering Studies
English
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Jiang
Tutor Southbank, VIC
- Let the students take the ownership of their own study
- Always encourage and motivate the student
- Build a strong rapport with the student - Communication skill: Worked as a peer mentor in RMIT for semester 2 2022.
- Great time management skill.
- Being passionate and open minded as a…
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- Peer mentor exp
- Flexible scheduling
- Motivates students
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Yan
Tutor Southbank, VIC
In my opinion, learning and getting good grades are two things that complement each other. Once students have a firm grasp of the knowledge points in the learning phase, then they will have enough confidence to cope with the exam. As a tutor, you need to help students absorb knowledge more easily at the stage of learning knowledge. For example,…
Strengths:
- Melb Uni Science
- Exam prep help
- Homework support
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
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Linh
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Well-prepared lesson plan before tuition would be my priority and i would try my best to engage students in my lesson. In other words, I would make my lesson as less formal and create a friendly tuition environment rather than a formal classroom. In previous experiences in tutoring, i made my section as a friend-sharing section rather than…
Strengths:
- 94+ ATAR
- VCE high achiever
- Studying teaching
Subjects:
Maths
English
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Qin
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to help them discover self-motivation. By fostering a sense of intrinsic drive, students become more willing to delve into and excel in the subjects they love. As a tutor, my strengths lie in my eagerness to explore the unknown, whether it's the world, books, or unfamiliar…
Strengths:
- Acad scholarships
- Maths teaching exp
- Empathetic mentor
Subjects:
Maths
English
Online
Chinese
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Noel
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I think teaching them is one of the important thing and guiding them throughout the studies is yet another task more over encourage them, give advice on studies and monitor their progress is also important my knowledge is my strength and I can convey them effectively so that students can understand the concepts correctly. I have the patients…
Strengths:
- 95% HS score
- STEM concept clarity
- Real-world proj exp
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Engineering Studies
English
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Sneha
Tutor Southbank, VIC
A tutor can be kind and patient with the student and open to any kind of question, however basic it might be and not ridicule the child. The tutor can also repeat the same thing until the student had finally grasped the concept so that they are completely confident. Having grown up around teachers, I have learnt a lot from them. I have learnt to…
Strengths:
- Merit scholarship
- Maths tutoring exp
- Monash MSc student
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
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Olivia
Tutor Southbank, VIC
A tutor should always be nice, be responsible, and can always encourage students, just like my high school teacher, she is really helpful and helped me get through a tough time and I appreciate her a lot. I am really patient when dealing with students. I love answering questions from them, and I love to see their face exploring things that they…
Strengths:
- HD Maths
- Uni of Melbourne
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
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Himanshu
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Be accommodating and accepting of the fact that all students are not the same. Tutors need to equip themselves with multiple strategies, examples and methods to explain to all different kinds of students. I am very patient and resilient in everything I do, including teaching. I have taught students who are child like in their 8th grade up to…
Strengths:
- Maths expert
- Patient & resilient
- Adaptive tutoring
Subjects:
Maths
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Thomas
Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important thing I can do is to encourage students and to let them know that it's okay to be wrong. I will enforce high expectations upon them, such as doing practice questions to improve their maths skills. I can also give them a personalised plan on all the key kowledge they need to learn to excel in their test. I want to help students…
Strengths:
- 18 yrs work exp
- Fine Arts focus
- Creative approach
Subjects:
Maths
Biology
Science
Legal Studies
English
Chinese
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Jack
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I believe the most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is be reliable and consistent in helping them with problems that hey have either in class or with homework. It is important that they understand the way you teach and also the way a tutor has to cater differently for every individual student. My ability to communicate with…
Strengths:
- Eng (Hons) student
- Leadership award
- Mentor experience
Subjects:
Maths
Science
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Devika
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Understanding that no one is perfect and everybody is unique. Encourage them to achieve what they can by knowing their potential Keeping things in a simple and easier way so that anyone can…
Strengths:
- AI Masters at RMIT
- Award-winning mentor
- Strong communication
Subjects:
Maths
Info Processing
Software Dev
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Nipun Sreevastav
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Every student has their own style of learning. As a Tutor, adapting to their learning style is the most crucial factor. I can relate the subject to real-life situations which can help the students to understand the concept better. I can adapt to the student's pace of learning and teach them…
Strengths:
- Clear explanations
- Engineering skills
- Keyboard Grade 5
Subjects:
Physics
Maths
Science
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Simon
Tutor Southbank, VIC
In mi opinion, a tutor should take care of the students in terms of ensuring that they understand each one of the concepts and topics explained. He/she should not hesitate in repeating an explanation as many times as necessary if the student doesn't understand any topic. After finishing my bachelor in Aerospace engineering and some international…
Strengths:
- Aerospace engineer
- 3+ yrs tutoring exp
- Physics & math focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Science
Engineering Studies
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Zhuo
Tutor Southbank, VIC
From my perspective of view, the most important things I can teach a student are the interests in this subject and finding pleasure from it. If that does not work, I will teach students the train of thought when solving different types of questions, summarise the key points and raise efficiency in their learning. I was raised up in another country…
Strengths:
- Melb Uni science
- Clear explanations
- STEM focus
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
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Disha
Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide personalized support and guidance, foster a positive learning environment, identify and address areas of improvement, encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and instill confidence and motivation in the student. My strengths as a tutor include personalized…
Strengths:
- Commerce degree
- Finance skills
- Clear communicator
Subjects:
Maths
Business Studies
English
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Vahid
Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student go beyond just imparting knowledge. Firstly, it's crucial to build a strong rapport and create a comfortable learning environment. Understanding the student's unique needs and learning style is essential for effective teaching. Providing clear explanations, using diverse teaching methods, and…
Strengths:
- Math Olympiad winner
- Uni teaching exp
- Full scholarship
Subjects:
Maths
Software Dev
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Alinae
Tutor Southbank, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide clear explanations, adapt to their learning style, and create a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and confidence. A tutor should not only help students understand the subject matter but also teach them how to approach problems independently and develop critical…
Strengths:
- Python & ML skills
- Project-based tutor
- Tech event leader
Subjects:
Maths
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Juilee
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Firstly, making a kind human being out of them and increase their knowledge level is the main aim of a tutor. Along with that, watering their out of the box ideas and help them channelize their thought process is a duty of the tutor. Assisting them to come up with innovative ideas and develop strong problem-solving capabilities to apply in real…
Strengths:
- Masters IT RMIT
- STEM tutor exp
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Science
Info Processing
Software Dev
English
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SOFIU
Tutor Southbank, VIC
Provide necessary educational materials and resources for the student to excel in studies. Engaging in Interactive…
Strengths:
- Interactive lessons
- Resource provider
- Student-centric
Subjects:
Chemistry
Maths
Science
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Jamaela Mae
Tutor Southbank, VIC
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to be proud of all the improvements the student has done. It's not about congratulating them for being a high achieving student. Instead, we should congratulate them for any improvement that they have done, since that is one step closer to success. I believe one of my strengths is…
Strengths:
- Sci major Uni Melb
- Leadership focus
- Chem outreach exp
Subjects:
Physics
Chemistry
Maths
Biology
Science
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Andreas
Tutor Southbank, VIC
I think the most important thing is to help them to translate things into their own way of thinking. Furthermore, it is important to teach the student a feeling or sensitivity for the topic just by asking the right question.
Finally, it is important to show the students that learning is something wich can be fun or at least it is something you…
Strengths:
- Aerospace Eng MSc
- Maths & Phys tutor
- Clear explanations
Subjects:
Maths
Local Reviews
Inside St Kilda WestTutoring Sessions
Content Covered
Year 4 student Matthew worked on adding, multiplying, and dividing fractions as well as converting between percentages, decimals, and fractions.
In Year 9, Amisha tackled trigonometry by combining bearings with SOHCAHTOA and also reviewed statistics.
For Year 12, Will focused on advanced essay writing for English by refining comparative analysis of Tracks and Into the Wild and developing language analysis skills through rewriting flagged sections based on teacher feedback.
Recent Challenges
In Year 3–4 maths, incomplete memorization of multiplication tables repeatedly disrupted progress with fractions and long division; "she still has trouble with her 7, 8 and 9 times tables," noted one tutor, leading to confusion when simplifying or comparing values.
For a Year 10 English student, unfinished homework and unclear communication—such as bringing work mostly finished instead of submitting it in advance—meant less targeted feedback during sessions.
At the senior level (Years 11–12), missed practice questions and only reviewing notes (rather than tackling exam-style problems) left conceptual gaps in Physics, making it harder to solve complex problems under time pressure.
Recent Achievements
A tutor in St Kilda West noticed one Year 10 student who previously rushed through probability questions now pausing to identify outliers before calculating answers—she's actively double-checking her thinking, which is a big shift from earlier sessions.
In senior maths, Matthew has started explaining his reasoning out loud while tackling tricky proof problems; last week he worked through a complex induction question with much less prompting than before.
Meanwhile, Will (Year 12 English) recently began emailing his essay plans for feedback ahead of time instead of waiting for reminders, showing more self-management and initiative.
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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 Middle Park Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like St Kilda Park Primary School.