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- 1 Align: Check the official Study Design before the first session.
- 2 Diagnose: Spend the first 10 mins identifying the student's core blocker.
- 3 Result: Every session must end with a concrete "win" or solved problem.
Primary ยท Yrs 1โ6
English & Literacy
๐ Key Topics
- Phonics & decoding
- Reading comprehension
- Narrative & creative writing
- Spelling & grammar
- Oral language & listening
๐ Year Breakdown
- Yr 1โ2: Phonics, sight words, early writing
- Yr 3โ4: Paragraph structure, reading fluency
- Yr 5โ6: Essay basics, text types, analysis
โ Ideal Tutor
- Primary teacher or education degree
- Experience with early readers
- Familiarity with Fountas & Pinnell or MULTILIT
Primary ยท Yrs 1โ6
Primary Mathematics
๐ Key Topics
- Number sense & place value
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
- Fractions & decimals
- Measurement & geometry
- Data & probability basics
๐ Year Breakdown
- Yr 1โ2: Counting, basic operations
- Yr 3โ4: Times tables, fractions, length
- Yr 5โ6: Decimals, percentages, area
โ Ideal Tutor
- Primary or maths teaching background
- Patient, visual teaching style
- Familiar with Australian Curriculum v9
Secondary ยท Yrs 7โ10
Mathematics Yrs 7โ10
๐ Key Topics
- Algebra & linear equations
- Trigonometry & Pythagoras
- Geometry & measurement
- Statistics & probability
- Surds & indices
๐ Year Breakdown
- Yr 7โ8: Algebra basics, ratios, geometry
- Yr 9: Quadratics, trigonometry intro
- Yr 10: Trig, surds, parabolas, statistics
โ Ideal Tutor
- Maths degree or teaching qualification
- Solid algebra and geometry background
- Experience with school-age learners
Secondary ยท Yrs 7โ10
English Yrs 7โ10
๐ Key Topics
- Essay structure & writing
- Text analysis & themes
- Oral presentations
- Grammar & language conventions
- Creative & persuasive writing
๐ Year Breakdown
- Yr 7โ8: Text types, paragraphing
- Yr 9: Analytical essays, language analysis
- Yr 10: Comparative, close reading
โ Ideal Tutor
- English, Arts, or Education degree
- Strong essay writing skills
- Familiar with ACARA English strand
Secondary ยท Yrs 7โ10
Science Yrs 7โ10
๐ Key Topics
- Cells & living things
- Forces, motion, energy
- Elements, compounds, reactions
- Earth & space sciences
- Scientific inquiry & experiments
๐ Year Breakdown
- Yr 7โ8: Cells, mixtures, forces
- Yr 9: DNA, chemical reactions, motion
- Yr 10: Genetics, atomic structure, physics
โ Ideal Tutor
- Science-related degree
- Comfortable teaching Biology, Chemistry & Physics
- Lab report & EI coaching experience
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE Mathematical Methods
๐ Key Topics
- Functions, relations & graphs
- Differentiation & antidifferentiation
- Integral calculus
- Probability distributions
- Discrete & continuous random variables
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1: Functions, graphs, transformations
- Unit 2: Calculus intro, probability
- Unit 3: Calculus, algebra, sampling
- Unit 4: Distributions, inference, calculus
โ Ideal Tutor
- Maths/Engineering/Science degree
- Strong calculus & statistics background
- Experience with VCE SACs & exams
VCE ยท Units 3โ4
VCE Further Mathematics
๐ Key Topics
- Core: Data analysis & recursion
- Financial modelling
- Matrices
- Networks & decision maths
- Geometry & measurement
๐ Exam Structure
- Exam 1: Multiple choice (no calculator)
- Exam 2: Short answer + CAS calculator
- Core = 60%, Modules = 40%
โ Ideal Tutor
- Maths or Commerce degree
- Familiar with TI-Nspire CAS
- Able to coach exam technique
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE English
๐ Key Topics
- Reading & responding to texts
- Creating texts (imaginative & persuasive)
- Language analysis
- Comparative essay writing
- Oral presentation
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1โ2: Text types, argument, creative
- Unit 3: Reading & creating, analytical
- Unit 4: Comparative, oral, VCAA exam
โ Ideal Tutor
- English/Arts degree or education
- Familiar with VCAA texts & criteria
- Strong analytical writing & feedback skills
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE Biology
๐ Key Topics
- Cell structure & function
- DNA, RNA & protein synthesis
- Regulation of biological systems
- Genetics & inheritance
- Evolution & biodiversity
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1: How do organisms function?
- Unit 2: How does inheritance work?
- Unit 3: Cellular processes
- Unit 4: Evolution & biodiversity over time
โ Ideal Tutor
- Biology/Biomedical science degree
- Familiar with VCAA study design
- Strong scientific literacy skills
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE Chemistry
๐ Key Topics
- Atomic structure & periodic table
- Chemical bonding & reactions
- Acids, bases & equilibrium
- Organic chemistry
- Quantitative analysis
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1: How can materials be characterised?
- Unit 2: What makes water unique?
- Unit 3: Equilibrium, acids & redox
- Unit 4: Organic & industrial chemistry
โ Ideal Tutor
- Chemistry/Science/Engineering degree
- Familiar with stoichiometry & titrations
- Strong problem-solving & lab concepts
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE Physics
๐ Key Topics
- Motion, forces & Newton's laws
- Electrical circuits & fields
- Waves, light & optics
- Thermal & nuclear physics
- Quantum & special relativity
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1: Thermodynamics, nuclear, waves
- Unit 2: Electricity, motion, energy
- Unit 3: Motion, fields, relationships
- Unit 4: Waves, light, quantum, relativity
โ Ideal Tutor
- Physics/Engineering degree
- Strong mathematics ability
- Familiar with VCAA practical investigations
VCE ยท Units 1โ4
VCE Psychology
๐ Key Topics
- Biological basis of behaviour
- States of consciousness & sleep
- Memory models & forgetting
- Learning theories
- Mental health & stress
๐ Unit Breakdown
- Unit 1: How does the brain work?
- Unit 2: Consciousness & learning
- Unit 3: Memory, nervous system
- Unit 4: Mental health & wellbeing
โ Ideal Tutor
- Psychology or health sciences degree
- Familiar with research methodology
- Clear, engaging explanation style
Test Prep ยท Yrs 3, 5, 7, 9
NAPLAN Preparation
๐ Key Topics
- Reading comprehension strategies
- Narrative & persuasive writing
- Language conventions (spelling/grammar)
- Numeracy โ number, measurement, geometry
- Test timing & technique
๐ Test Structure
- Writing: 42 minutes โ one text type
- Reading: 45 minutes
- Language conventions: 45 min
- Numeracy: 50 min (calc + non-calc)
โ Ideal Tutor
- Primary or secondary experience
- Familiar with NAPLAN bands
- Calm, confidence-building approach
Test Prep ยท Scholarship
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- Verbal reasoning
- Numerical reasoning
- Abstract & spatial reasoning
- Reading comprehension
- Writing skills
๐ Exam Breakdown
- VIC: SEAL, selective high schools
- NSW: Selective High School Placement
- Scholarship exams: ACER, EDUTEST
โ Ideal Tutor
- Strong aptitude test coaching experience
- Familiar with ACER/EDUTEST formats
- Able to build speed & accuracy
Test Prep ยท Medicine
UCAT Preparation
๐ Key Topics
- Verbal Reasoning
- Decision Making
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Abstract Reasoning
- Situational Judgement
๐ Test Structure
- 2 hrs total, 5 sections
- Scores: 300โ900 per cognitive section
- Band 1โ4 for Situational Judgement
- Used for med/dental admissions in AUS & NZ
โ Ideal Tutor
- Medicine, dentistry or health science student
- High personal UCAT score
- Speed & strategy coaching ability
HSC ยท Year 11โ12
HSC English Advanced
๐ Key Topics
- Module A: Textual conversations
- Module B: Close study of literature
- Module C: Craft of writing
- Common Module: Texts & human experience
- Essay structure & creative writing
๐ Exam Structure
- Paper 1: Common module (2 hrs)
- Paper 2: Elective modules (2 hrs)
- Assessment tasks: essays, creative, orals
- Scaling: High ATAR scaling subject
โ Ideal Tutor
- English/Arts/Education degree
- Familiar with NESA rubrics & marking
- Strong analytical & creative feedback
HSC ยท Year 11โ12
HSC Mathematics Advanced
๐ Key Topics
- Functions & their graphs
- Trigonometric functions
- Calculus โ differentiation & integration
- Financial mathematics
- Statistical analysis
๐ Exam Structure
- Prelim: Functions, trig, calculus intro
- HSC: Full calculus, stats, finance
- 3-hour written exam
- High scaling โ pathway to Ext 1 & 2
โ Ideal Tutor
- Maths/Engineering/Science degree
- Strong calculus background
- Familiar with NESA syllabus outcomes
HSC ยท Year 11โ12
HSC Chemistry
๐ Key Topics
- Properties & structure of matter
- Chemical reactions & stoichiometry
- Acid/base reactions
- Organic chemistry
- Applying chemical ideas (depth study)
๐ Exam Structure
- Prelim: Properties of matter, reactions
- HSC: Equilibrium, organic, depth study
- 3-hour HSC exam + depth study
- Lab report & data analysis skills
โ Ideal Tutor
- Chemistry/Science/Engineering degree
- Familiar with NESA Chemistry syllabus
- Confident with quantitative problems
HSC ยท Year 11โ12
HSC Biology
๐ Key Topics
- Cell biology & DNA technology
- Reproduction & genetics
- Ecosystems & biodiversity
- Infectious disease & immunology
- Depth study & scientific inquiry
๐ Exam Structure
- Prelim: Cells, heredity, ecosystems
- HSC: Genetics, disease, evolution
- 3-hour HSC written exam
- Depth study = 15hrs mandatory
โ Ideal Tutor
- Biology/Biomedical/Health degree
- Familiar with NESA Biology syllabus
- Strong scientific writing & literacy
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