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Jacana's tutors include a university lecturer and PhD engineer with 18 years' private tutoring experience, a secondary maths teacher with over 15 years in classrooms, Kumon-trained English and maths mentors, school captains and peer leaders, and academic standouts—such as an ATAR 90+ IB scholar and Harvard Book Prize recipient—passionate about helping students thrive.

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Ethmi

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
To be understanding and patient that each student has their own timeframe to learn content. To encourage them and bring out the best in them. I try to teach the content I know in different ways so that each student can understand what I teach in their own way. I am also very patient and understanding and know to cater to their own…
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Lujain

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
Inspire students to take charge of their academic future and career as well as strive to be the best version of themselves. Students look up to their tutors and mentors, and as someone who does both, it is extremely important for me to motivate them and encourage them to be successful in not only their academics but as a person. Listening and…
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Mansi Kumar

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
I think that one of the important things a tutor can do for a student is to first understand how much the student already knows and where they are struggling. This helps the tutor guide the step-by step to improve their understanding of each topic. Another important thing is patience because learning takes time, and it a calm and encouraging…
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Plakshi

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
Making a student understand the concept without cramming and preparing the student not for marks but for knowledge. Communication, making concepts simpler to understand and effective…
Anisha
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Anisha

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
I believe the most important thing is to be well-prepared ahead of the session and have good knowledge of the subject. In addition to these, the tutor must be empathetic to the child's needs, effectively communicate and also tailor the teaching methods as every student is different and has varied learning needs and capabilities. This will also…
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Jasmaine

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
be able to help and have them start to enjoy learning that certain subject. being able to help someone achieve something they never thought would be possible i find the best thing a tutor can do. to show someone they are capable of anything, even if that involves a little help along the way the can see with practice and some help anything is…
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Samridhi

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
The most important thing one can do as a tutor is making sure their students needs are being met with. If a student requires extra attention or help in a certain area, it is the tutors responsibility to know that and give the required help . I also believe it is vital for a tutor to have a personalised study plan for each student, based on their…
Khavya
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Khavya

Biology Tutor Roxburgh Park, VIC
A tutor can assist student in understanding the concepts more clearly and a tutor can mold a student's focus on the subject. A tutor is a constant reminder for a student to choose the right techniques for study. A tutor can explain the nuances of not just learning concepts but also to reciprocate them in the exam. My patience with students and my…
Bonnie
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Bonnie

Biology Tutor Niddrie, VIC
Ensuring your student is feeling comfortable and confident to try new things is paramount. A student needs to understand that making mistakes is part of the learning process. They need to feel safe and comfortable to make mistakes. I also try to incorporate the interests of a student into learning where possible. E.g. turning a math problem…
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Shashwata

Biology Tutor Essendon, VIC
To always be looking for methods to effectively convey information to the student, so that the student does not feel like their time was wasted. Also, to ensure the student is motivated and enjoys working on their studies. I am patient, attentive, and meticulous in my approach while tutoring. It is in a bid to make sure that the student will truly…
Ingrid
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Ingrid

Biology Tutor Coburg North, VIC
Give them guidance and support to develop learning skills which they can use throughout their schooling and life, as well as sharing knowledge and experience of both the subject and learning strategies in general. Explaining concepts clearly and in different ways to help the individual's understanding. Being patient and positive, so that students…
Tasnin Hassan
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Tasnin Hassan

Biology Tutor Brunswick West, VIC
I think creating a supportive learning environment is very important as it will slowly build their confidence and not make them want to give up. Along with my problem-solving skills, my deeper understanding of the subjects is important for my student as well. I have strong communication skills which allow me to engage with students, making their…
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Renee

Biology Tutor Essendon, VIC
Listen and understand, as well as not rushing them but still applying pressure to their studies, most students lack confidence within themselves, so inspiring confidence within a student is a huge base step to learning. Engaging, listening, understanding as well as being able to problem solve and find unique ways to explain content in order for…
Lasitha
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Lasitha

Biology Tutor Keilor, VIC
In my high school days, i went to alot of tutors and i learned the difference between a good and a bad tutor. Bad tutors i believe stay within the box, afraid to go out and expose the students true potential. A good tutor can not only help the student keep on track of school work and assist in any difficulties the student may have, but also push…
Eva
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Eva

Biology Tutor Essendon West, VIC
Most students struggle to gain confidence in solving problems which in turn leads them to be unmotivated to study. Therefore, I believe that tutoring is not just teaching concepts but also building an environment where students feel comfortable to make mistakes and learn from it. From experience, I believe that the most effective way is to…
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Lachlan

Biology Tutor Coburg, VIC
Listen, be patient and relate to their experience. Communicating in a variety of different ways and giving alternative examples/explanations where conventional ones don't work for a student. Being a performing arts teacher I've learnt to be creative with my…
Tunde
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Tunde

Biology Tutor Coburg, VIC
A teacher must be able to impart knowledge to his/her students. Its not only good that a tutor should have a good command of his core area of specialty, he/she must also be able to pass the knowledge across in a way the students will comprehend. Ability to come down to the level of my student and create an enabling environment for them to have a…
Kathy
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Kathy

Biology Tutor Lalor, VIC
Encourage them that they can do it if they put their mind to it and that no one is incapable of anything. Communicating effectively their strengths and weaknesses and how to subsequently…
Teja
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Teja

Biology Tutor Brunswick West, VIC
I believe that a good tutor has the the ability to help students build confidence for the classroom, and inspire them to be the best that they can be. Another thing that is important to me is not belittling the student or making them feel "stupid" for not understanding, but instead relating to them and helping them find a different way to solve…
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Jack

Biology Tutor Reservoir, VIC
Understand that everyone processes information in different ways and be aware of the different ways one might solve a problem. Multiple ways of applying knowledge Communication with the students Ability to understand the person i am…
Mahir
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Mahir

Biology Tutor Aberfeldie, VIC
The most important thing a teacher can do for a student is to be understanding and friendly to them so that they don't hesitate to share their problems. focusing more on the topics they find difficult to understand and being there for them for as long as they need is the best thing a tutor can do. My strength as a tutor is I understand math can be…
Michael
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Michael

Biology Tutor Moonee Ponds, VIC
Teach them how to learn, not simply tell them the answer. This allows them to develop their skills when the tutor is not present. I believe my strength lies in my ability to communicate ideas…
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Simranjeet

Biology Tutor Reservoir, VIC
I believe the most important things a tutor can do are to build a student's confidence, a learning environment, and provide clear, personalized guidance. A good tutor doesn't teach content as they help student believe in their ability to learn and improve. My strengths include my ability to explain the topics in a clear and simple way using some…

Local Reviews

Easy process, was contacted back on the same day, tutor found and organised quickly. Free trial was a good feel for the service. The online portal is great. Really happy with the quality of service recieved.
H.A., Broadmeadows

Inside JacanaTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 7 student Mary worked on adding fractions with different denominators and tackled factors and multiples, finishing a tricky homework sheet together.

Year 8 student Bill focused on reducing fractions through targeted practice and discussed division in relation to multiplication, using examples from recent lessons.

For Year 9, Alex revised multiplying and dividing negative numbers, including a spelling test and vocabulary worksheet for literacy reinforcement within the session.

Recent Challenges

A Year 8 student often left English essays incomplete for homework, particularly after receiving a disappointing mark; as noted, "he seemed distressed and avoided starting the next essay," which led to missed opportunities for feedback and improvement.

In Year 7 Maths, another student consistently forgot to complete assigned revision sheets before a fractions test—this meant class time was spent on catch-up rather than tackling new material.

Meanwhile, a Year 10 student preferred to attempt only familiar problems in algebra revision, shying away from more challenging questions and limiting exposure to essential concepts needed for exam readiness.

Recent Achievements

One Jacana tutor recently noticed a big shift in a Year 10 student who used to avoid asking for help—now, he openly voices questions when stuck on essay planning and even suggests what he'd like to review next.

A high schooler tackling long division had previously needed lots of guidance but can now finish complex worded problems independently after practicing with homework.

In a primary session, a Year 4 student who once got frustrated by spelling mistakes now takes them in stride and finishes tests with far fewer corrections, even celebrating when he spelled most tricky words right.

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 Hume Libraries—or at your child's school (with permission), like SEDA College (Victoria) - Basketball Broadmeadows.