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Raquella

Psychology Tutor Parkdale, VIC
To teach students that it is okay to be wrong or make mistakes as long as you correct it afterwards. It is important to attempt to answer each question on a test and work sheet as if you attempt it then you might get some points on your final grade. It is also important to become self confident and trust that you can tackle any problem. I will…
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Suhani

Psychology Tutor Springvale, VIC
Using a wide range of techniques to explain concepts, such as with examples, diagrams, real life applications and sometimes even a simple step by step approach can make a huge difference towards solidifying a student's understanding of a subject. As content can be accessed by textbooks and videos, it is crucial for a tutor to go a step further and…
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Deeksha

Psychology Tutor Dandenong, VIC
Keep motivating the student and teaching discipline as without it the student will not be able to maintain their new study habits long term rendering tutoring useless. Most importantly teaching the child how to learn and be curious helping them gain knowledge about the world and a hunger for learning. I am excellent at organisation and…
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charlotte

Psychology Tutor Beaumaris, VIC
I think first and foremost, the most important thing a tutor can do is improve a student's confidence in their academic abilities. improving a student's self confidence enables them to not only feel more comfortable participating in class but also makes them believe that they actually know the content and can understand the information. Obviously…
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Allan

Psychology Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I believe the most important thing as a tutor is to understand the situation of each student and develop a learning plan based on their needs. It is important to approach each situation with understanding and provide clarity on topics that they find difficult. I am an A grade student throughout high school, so I am knowledgeable in a wide range of…
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Fatima

Psychology Tutor Clayton South, VIC
I think the most important things a tutor can do is to create a safe and encouraging learning environment for the student. It's important that a tutor is able to tailor their approach to each students' needs specifically and help them build confidence. One of my biggest strengths is my ability to break down complex concepts and ideas into more…
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PRACHI

Psychology Tutor Clayton South, VIC
Build their confidence. My professional experience of working with children in academic settings; communication skills, able to understand non-verbal cues, effective interpersonal skills to build a good rapport, empathy and my expertise in subjects. I am also more than willing to go an extra mile to help out…
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Aisiri

Psychology Tutor Dandenong North, VIC
The most important things I can do for a student are to create a supportive and judgment-free environment, adapt my teaching to their individual learning style, and help them build confidence in their own abilities. I aim to not just teach the material, but to foster independent thinking, encourage questions, and show them that it's okay to make…
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Tara

Psychology Tutor Beaumaris, VIC
Making things seem more approachable and achievable. Unknown or difficult concepts can be so intimidating, so finding a way to break them down or explain it in the student's "learning language". Building a collaborative relationship with a student too, where they feel comfortable to express themselves and how they understand the topic openly also…
Khushbu
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Khushbu

Psychology Tutor Notting Hill, VIC
I believe that the best thing that a tutor can do for a student is to provide them with the self-confidence and self-belief to persevere through any difficulties they may face in their academics. This can be done through the gradual withdrawal of support as the student grows in their skills and confidence. Once the student has established their…
Nerys
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Nerys

Psychology Tutor Carrum Downs, VIC
The single most important thing a tutor can do is encourage students. Without encouragement and support a student cannot learn anything. As a tutor it is our job to boost our students self esteem and confidence in their own abilities in that subject. I always want my students to feel comfortable around me and never be afraid to speak up or to make…
Veronica
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Veronica

Psychology Tutor Mulgrave, VIC
For me, the most important things a tutor can do are build trust with the student, explain concepts clearly, and create a positive, supportive environment. When students feel comfortable and supported, they are more willing to ask questions and take on challenges Breaking down complex ideas into simple steps helps them understand and apply what…
Aditri
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Aditri

Psychology Tutor Mordialloc, VIC
A tutor should be able to adapt their teaching style and tailor it for their students. The lessons should be interactive and engaging so the student is always focused on the class. As a tutor, I would adapt to the students' needs and ensure they are provided with all the resources they need, in order to thrive in their…
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Shanza

Psychology Tutor Keysborough, VIC
A tutor must be able to align and communicate with both the parents and student to reach on the same goal desired and have the ability to change their learning styles (verbal, written, visual etc) to help meet the student's needs and goal for their studies. A tutor must also have great interpersonal; skills to build rapport with the student so…
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Kameela

Psychology Tutor Springvale South, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do for their students are to build their confidence and create a comfortable environment where they feel okay asking questions and making mistakes. It’s also about helping them develop a deeper understanding of the subject, not just memorizing answers, so they can apply their knowledge in different…
Pooja
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Pooja

Psychology Tutor Springvale South, VIC
The most important things a tutor can do is make learning innovative and effective. The students must enjoy the process of learning and not find it monotonous. I believe this will go a long way in keeping the student's attention. Another important thing a tutor can do is adopt a safe approach wherein a student feels comfortable asking questions…
Dimitri
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Dimitri

Psychology Tutor Springvale South, VIC
Being able to personalise learning for each student, working with their strengths and encouraging confidence in their work. I believe it’s also important to encourage students independence in their work, by building their general skills in problem solving and studying to help benefit them long term Being able to adapt to different students…
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Jackson

Psychology Tutor Carrum, VIC
The most important thing a tutor can do for a student is remember exactly how it felt to learn and struggle to complete the work initially. The tutor should always be patient and understanding and ensure the students knowledge is at competent level, to ensure the work can be completed independently. My strengths as a tutor are that I refuse to…
Anna
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Anna

Psychology Tutor Springvale, VIC
As a tutor, I believe that the most important thing I can do for my students are to provide ongoing support and personalised guidance. I strive to create a safe and positive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, expressing their concerns and sharing their unique perspectives. I will actively listen to their needs and change…
Aparna
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Aparna

Psychology Tutor Springvale, VIC
The most important thing for a tutor is to understand the student first. I acknowledge the capability and learning pattern of the student and adapt according to their needs. I build a great rapport with them and try to motivate them throughout the learning process. I believe that anyone can sit and speak facts but, it is a good tutor who makes…
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Una

Psychology Tutor Dandenong, VIC
Being organised. It's important to know everything at hand, but without organisation and confidence in your work, everything will fall apart- even though you know and understand the content. Being patient, empathic and understanding. I am also creative and like to communicate ideas through different ideas, and enjoy assisting…
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Jaee

Psychology Tutor Dandenong, VIC
I think that a tutor who can model different ways to solve a problem is important, as well as being patient and ready for students with different levels of understanding. Furthermore, I believe that one of the most important things a tutor can do for a student is have the ability to be a reliable source when a student is having a difficult time at…
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Chantel

Psychology Tutor Dandenong North, VIC
Meeting the student at the level they are at, and approaching tutoring sessions without unfair expectations or judgement. Fostering a genuine connection throughout tutoring in order for the student to feel comfortable and more receptive to learning. Creating unique ways of understanding most suitable to each student, rather than applying one…

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Content Covered

Year 4 student Ethan practised writing numbers in expanded form and solved digit combination challenge questions that required using each digit only once.

For Year 10, Sarah worked on solving quadratic equations by factorisation and was introduced to the discriminant, applying these concepts directly to her schoolwork.

Meanwhile, Year 11 student James focused on finding equations of lines given a gradient and a point, then continued assigned work on linear relations using his Easter homework sheet.

Recent Challenges

A Year 9 student frequently avoided writing out algebra steps, preferring to do calculations mentally—this made it hard to catch sign errors and led to confusion when checking answers ("he had the habit of trying to do all the steps in his head before answering").

In a Year 11 Physics session, equations from electromagnetism were only vaguely recalled unless prompted, as no organized summary or reference list was maintained.

Meanwhile, a Year 3 student with creative story ideas found transferring thoughts onto paper challenging; great verbal detail vanished when faced with the blank page. Each instance meant time spent retracing rather than progressing.

Recent Achievements

One Waterways tutor noticed a Year 10 student who had previously hesitated to ask for help now confidently requesting clarification on using the calculator's shift function for inverse trigonometry—he then completed angle problems independently.

In Year 8, a student who used to guess at comprehension answers began searching for "hints" within texts and solved worded maths questions without prompting.

Meanwhile, a younger learner in Year 4, once distracted during spelling activities, managed to write each target word three times as directed and sorted them into categories with much more focus than before.

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 Dingley Library—or at your child's school (with permission), like Aspendale Gardens Primary School.