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The Rocks' tutors include a seasoned K–12 English and Maths teacher with a Master's in Education, an international STEM educator using LEGO for hands-on learning, a Columbia University maths graduate who taught at Yale's youth programs, accomplished peer mentors and prefects, and subject prize-winners with standout academic records up to ATAR 98.5.

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George

Modern History Tutor Camperdown, NSW
A tutor needs to be able to make sessions engaging and enjoyable so their students will want to come back to each lesson. They need to also be able to be someone students can trust and feel comfortable with as they do spend a lot of time together. The hard work and determination I have to make sure my students can learn as much as possible means I…
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Nicholas

Modern History Tutor Camperdown, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are: - instilling a sense of confidence in students; confidence in their writing abilities, knowledge of course content and exam technique, all of which is fundamental in being successful - explaining thoroughly the course content - answering all questions - providing practice…
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Alexandra

Modern History Tutor Camperdown, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do for a student are to provide support and encouragement, creating a safe space where they feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes. A tutor should guide students through challenges, helping them develop problem-solving skills rather than just giving answers. It’s essential to target…
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Kyra

Modern History Tutor Mosman, NSW
Help them to feel confident in their own skills and help them to discover and explore knowledge My people skills and my ability to adapt my explanation to the learning style and ability of the…
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Andre

Modern History Tutor Annandale, NSW
Teach obviously! but i think if the tutor can make the lessons as fun as possible so that the student looks forward to them as something enjoyable rather than as purely work, the best results will occur. I am an excellent communicator and can teach via example quite effectively in almost any subject. I am easily able to match my communication…
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Djuna

Modern History Tutor Annandale, NSW
I consider the most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to create an environment where learning and education is associated with personal growth, mastery and support. In addition, I feel that a great tutor can translate the student's content and materials into information that is accessible and easier to understand. I am a…
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Sanjana

Modern History Tutor Newtown, NSW
One of the most important thing a tutor can do for a student, is not only make the subject fun and easier to understand but to make the student believe in himself/herself. Most of the students, do not feel very confident in their own understanding of the subject and hesitate to participate in class discussions. I believe by making the student…
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Peter

Modern History Tutor Northbridge, NSW
To Help them build confidence, provide them with the tools to succeed and enable them to solve problems effectively independently Patience, organisation, dependability, ability to vary my approach and integrate ICT and flipped classroom/backward design approaches…
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Jackson

Modern History Tutor Zetland, NSW
- Staying committed throughout the year and being a pillar the student can rely on for support. - Adaptability - Resilience - Grit -…
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Max

Modern History Tutor Bondi Junction, NSW
As a tutor, the most important thing I can do for my students is to inspire in them a passion for learning that they may not get from school or other institutions in their life. A student is far more likely to put in effort when engaged with and interested in the material. One major strength of mine as a tutor is that I am an extremely creative…
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Georgia

Modern History Tutor Beaconsfield, NSW
It is imperative for tutors to be patient with students; tutoring is about building confidence I am a very patient person. As a big sister to two, it is my job to be there for you in your own…
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Matthew

Modern History Tutor Lane Cove, NSW
Motivation and confidence are two key elements of student success, if I can support them in achieving a sense of self-efficacy regarding these elements, they are bound to see improvement. Students often know where they fall short in their work, they just need motivation to improve those areas. Once they know that they can achieve this themselves,…
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Kristen

Modern History Tutor Petersham, NSW
The most important thing that a tutor can do for a student is to give them one-on-one attention which allows for a better understanding of the individual student and what learning methods work for them. By working on their study, it helps them go at their pace and gives them more confidence in the classroom. I think my strengths are in creativity,…
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Thomas

Modern History Tutor Randwick, NSW
Building confidence, Simplifying the complex and connecting on a personal level. If a tutor is able to achieve these three, they will find a successful outcome. I am patient, hard-working and relatable. In everything I do, I pride myself on team-work and its importance to success. Whether it be coaching or tutoring, I don't stop until my clients…
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Bep

Modern History Tutor Randwick, NSW
I believe the most important things a tutor can do are build trust, encourage genuine confidence, and teach students how to learn independently. It's not just about helping them get through one subject or assignment, it's about giving them the skills and self-belief they can carry with them into everything else they do. I think my main strengths…
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Sanika

Modern History Tutor Kensington, NSW
Encourage them to pursue their dreams. Teach them to be lifelong learners. I believe you have completely understood the concept when you can simplify it entirely. So, the student should totally grasp the concepts at hand. A tutor can help the student realize their passions, and help them achieve it. Making the students interested in the subject by…
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Sarah

Modern History Tutor Sydney, NSW
The most important thing according to me is to get my point across crystal clear, whether it takes days or even if it takes to apologize for a mistake previously made. I would always own my actions and make an effort. Every child is important and so it is very important to understand that each one of them works at a different pace and one has to…
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Sansarmaa

Modern History Tutor Daceyville, NSW
I think the most important thing a tutor can do is understand the student’s point of view and teach in a fun, engaging way that makes it easier for them to learn. Tutors should have a genuine interest in helping their students learn. My strengths are that I have experience as a tutor, I’m friendly and patient, and because I was recently a high…
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Flory

Modern History Tutor Bondi Beach, NSW
Empathy is key. If a tutor can show how learning certain topics can help a student in the future, it keeps the student's interest held in the subject for longer. What really helps is to periodically give some positive feedback to the student about their progress - how he or she has improved in the past 3 months, or month, for example. Because of…
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Annalena

Modern History Tutor Kingsford, NSW
Over the years, I have developed the opinion that the teaching of transferable skills - contrary to only what is needed at the moment - is most valuable for the student’s future development. It is important to see that just completing the mandatory homework will not suffice, the real challenge is to change the mindset. As a good tutor, one has…
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Jordan

Modern History Tutor Coogee, NSW
The most important thing that a tutor can do at first, is build a rapport and a relationship of trust. In order to connect with a student, a tutor must be able to forge a strong connection that is much the same as a mentor to a younger generation. Further from this, a tutor must be able to assess the genuine ability of a student - this is crucial,…
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Patrick

Modern History Tutor Croydon, NSW
I consider above all listening to the student and what they do and don't understand to be most important, in order so that I as a tutor can direct my attention and teaching where it is needed most. In terms of long-term goals however, I consider instilling the student with diligence, resilience and a mentality to succeed in the future to be the…
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Herrick

Modern History Tutor Breakfast Point, NSW
To understand what my students strengths and weakness are and to approach on as a senior or superior but as a co-worker as we are both learning and adapting to problems that we face together. I'm easy going, not too strict, understand the stress of school and won't pile on the homework but still ensure enough to prove that my students understand…

Local Reviews

Nathan is punctual and enthusiastic. Xanthe likes him and was happy to do homework.
Tiina, Woollahra

Inside The RocksTutoring Sessions

Content Covered

Year 8 student Maya worked on plotting graphs and identifying x- and y-intercepts, as well as understanding linear relationships through visual examples.

Year 10 student Alex focused on solving advanced trigonometry questions from a recent test and reviewed polynomials in chapter 22b.1 for deeper algebraic skills.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student Emily practiced expanding and factorising quadratic expressions before tackling worded problems involving algebraic fractions.

Recent Challenges

A Year 8 student needed frequent reminders to finish written DI work and left parts of assignments incomplete, which led to confusion during revision.

In Year 11 English, reluctant to explain effect on audience and often did not link back to topic sentence, making it hard for ideas to develop into full arguments.

A Year 9 learner forgot key steps in long division and avoided double-checking, so errors persisted across sessions.

Another senior student was not fully prepared for the test on domain and range—missing notes meant time was spent re-learning rather than building new skills.

Recent Achievements

One tutor in The Rocks noticed a big shift with a Year 9 student who used to rely heavily on worked examples but now solves algebraic fraction problems independently, showing real independence.

A Year 12 student, after struggling to organise her ideas, managed to write a detailed speech plan unprompted—something she'd avoided before.

Meanwhile, a Year 4 student who was hesitant to ask for help has started putting her hand up when stuck and recently read an entire short paragraph aloud with only one prompt for support.

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 Customs House Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Observatory Hill Environmental Education Centre.