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Tutors in Shortland include a university academic coach with seven years' experience mentoring K–12 students, a maths tutor who achieved over 95% in high school mathematics, an assistant teacher skilled in working with learning disabilities, an ATAR 95+ achiever and peer mentor, plus gymnastics coaches and youth leaders dedicated to student growth.

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Yehangi

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to be patient. It is crucial to understand that every student learns differently, and to adapt my teaching techniques to their learning styles. Furthermore, it is also important to create a supportive and uplifting environment where they can feel confident in their abilities, which…
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Minh

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
I believe that the most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to never give up on teaching them, and to help them learn from their mistakes so that they can do better next time. I think that my strength is that I have a lot of patience when it comes to teaching others as I understand that not everyone can immediately grasp an…
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Akash

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
Most important thing I believe a tutor can do for a student is to influence the student to become more ambitious and help them learn things quickly and in a more smarter way. Ability to understand each student's calibre and teach according to it in a simpler and friendly…
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Mohammed

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
A tutor can give extra similar practice questions related to the topic newly learnt and also provide additional assistance if a student lacks understanding of any topic. Moreover, I belief building a good relationship with a student allows them to think and understand maths more quickly and effectively. As a tutor, I can communicate effectively…
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Leo

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
One of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to build trust between each other I believe I am very patient and understanding as well as good at teaching…
Joan
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Joan

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
Improve their current academic standing but also the feelings attached to school and work in general. I am personable and ensure that classes would be tailored to each student by understanding what they are struggling…
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Candy

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
Beyond just explaining concepts, I aim to make learning enjoyable and effective. I focus on building a strong foundation, encouraging critical thinking, and boosting confidence so students feel prepared for exams and real-world applications. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and…
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Suzanne

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
Make the studying and learning the subject feel interesting. If we can make their feeling of learning a particular subject interesting and enjoyable, the results will be automatically upgraded. Because I believe that no one will fail in what they love. Communication skills Tutoring is my passion Love being with kids Always bubbly…
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Muhammad Fahad

Tutor Maryland, NSW
The most important thing a tutor can do is help their student realize their potential and create an interest in gaining knowledge Strong subject knowledge: A thorough understanding of the subject you are tutoring is crucial in order to answer questions and help others understand the material. Good communication skills: The ability to clearly…
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Zac

Tutor Maryland, NSW
The most important thing a tutor should be doing for a student is creating a safe and supportive environment in which the student feels comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. This will also boost the student's confidence in their own abilities allowing tutors to identify learning gaps easier to see where the student is struggling. This…
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Maya

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
The pivotal role of a tutor lies in creating a positive and supportive learning environment. Key actions include providing clear explanations, adapting to individual learning styles, and fostering strong mentor-student relationships. Setting realistic goals, promoting independent thinking, and celebrating achievements empower students to take…
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Jessica

Tutor Callaghan, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to support a student to become an independent learner. By doing this, it means a student is able to use problem-solving techniques in their study and in the classroom, rather than just encouraging rote learning. My strengths as a tutor is effective communication skills and being able…
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Shriya

Tutor Maryland, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student is to foster confidence in their students to independently learn and build confidence in their skills. A tutor should also be able to inspire curiosity so that students become better learners in their field and ask questions. Lastly, the tutor should be flexible to personalise the…
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Paul

Tutor Waratah West, NSW
I believe that the most important thing a tutor can do for a student is to bring their utmost effort to ensure that the student achieves their academic goals and meets the expectations of their caregivers and teachers. I find that I have a lot of patience when it comes to teaching children. I take time to teach children at their own pace while…
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Shruti

Tutor Jesmond, NSW
The most important things a tutor can do are to foster understanding, build confidence, and create a supportive environment. By tailoring their approach to the student's needs, a tutor can empower them to overcome challenges and develop lifelong learning skills. My strengths as a tutor include patience, adaptability, and strong communication…
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Priscilla

Tutor Jesmond, NSW
Every student has different knowledge and ability. The most important thing to do as a tutor is to have the skill and patience to guide these students using what they previously known. Getting the answer right is not everything, but getting the students to know the fundamentals and theory to get the right answer is the important thing. I am able…
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Terence

Tutor Wallsend, NSW
The most important thing to do for students is to listen and know how they learn. Knowing their capabilities is needed in order to challenge them while making sure they are engaged and interested in what is being taught or reviewed. I have previous experience tutoring 1on1 and in small groups. Currently I am studying a Bachelor of Education…
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Edwin

Tutor Wallsend, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to build understanding and confidence as well as encourage independent learning. Understanding comes from a tutor explaining concepts clearly and tailoring lessons to the student's learning style. When the students mistakes are seen as a learning opportunity by a tutor that is…
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claus

Tutor Waratah, NSW
Increase self confidence. Taking away the fear of maths that often built up over many years. Being a trustworthy person, open to talk about subjects and problems outside science if the student wishes Besides excellent explaining i feel where the weaknesses and strength of each students are and adjust accordingly. Taking away their fear of maths.…
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Margaret

Tutor Waratah, NSW
To be reliable, punctual and consistent. To be honest and upfront when answering questions and if I don't have an answer on the spot I'll do some research and get back to the student the next lesson with an answer. To establish a good rapport with the student and parents. I incorporate Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking into all of my…
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Joshua

Tutor Waratah, NSW
I think a lot of the more important parts of tutoring is involved in the study technique and supporting students to find the motivation in themselves to study and do the work. Being the person that has got their back. Although of course the specific content they are learning is important as well. In addition a lot of students struggle with…
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Johan

Tutor Elermore Vale, NSW
I believe the most important thing a tutor can do is understand the student and their mindset towards school and schoolwork. If you understand a student, you can adapt your tutoring to give them the most support for them to achieve what they desire. I am encouraging and supportive. I know the content (just have dig through my brain for it). Most…
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Lauren

Tutor New Lambton, NSW
The biggest thing a tutor can do for a student is to be encouraging and respectful, cultivating a safe environment in which they feel that they can pose questions and share answers without fear of judgement. In doing so, it makes the intake of knowledge easier and an overall more enjoyable experience. A tutor must also show a genuine interest in…

Local Reviews

In all the years I have had tutoring of my children I have never received a progress report so this is great to see. Wil felt very comfortable with Danielle.
Rebecca

Inside ShortlandTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 11 student Ruby focused on integration techniques involving logarithms and exponentials, and practised applying the trapezoidal rule to estimate areas under curves.

Year 9 student Sebastian worked through exam questions covering quadratic equations as well as similarity and probability, revisiting key examples from recent assessments.

For Christian in Year 8, sessions included targeted practice with area and volume problems using diagrams, along with statistics worksheets to consolidate understanding before his upcoming test.

Recent Challenges

In Year 9, a student struggled to identify how to start more complex area and perimeter questions; as one tutor noted, "he needed prompting to get started with the questions."

In Year 11, a student expressed that time pressure during exams led to rushing and minor errors in quadratics.

Another Year 12 student avoided writing full working for algebraic proofs, making it difficult to spot calculation slips until the end.

When tackling parametric equations in senior years, incomplete homework on set revision tasks meant gaps persisted before assessments—extra practice was set but not always completed before tests.

Recent Achievements

A tutor in Shortland noticed Ruby, a high school student, hit a milestone after struggling with integration; she can now confidently rewrite equations for integration and recently earned a 78 in her maths report—her best yet.

Another secondary student who used to make small mistakes during tests is now independently spotting and correcting his own errors without prompting.

Meanwhile, Sebastian (Year 7) had found graphing daunting at first, but last session he tackled harder end-of-chapter questions much faster than before and even reached the enrichment problem, showing clear growth in both speed and willingness to try challenges.

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 Wallsend Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Awabakal Environmental Education Centre.