Thomas G.
Tutoring near Hawthorn East, Melbourne, VIC & Camberwell, Melbourne, VIC


About

*CURRENTLY OFFERING TUITION FOR 2024, BOTH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE* Hi! My name is Thomas Gilbert, and I graduated from St Kevin's College Toorak in 2019, achieving an ATAR of 99.75. I achieved a perfect study score of 50 in both English and Literature. This meant I was the Dux of English and Literature at St Kevin's, a school renowned for its stellar English results. I also achieved a score of 49 in Legal Studies. Furthermore, in 2018, I achieved a study score of 46 in History: Revolutions, meaning I was the Dux of the subject in Year 11. Having tutored an extensive range of students in 2020 and 2021, I have over 2000+ hours of tutoring experience! In 2021, my students were immensely successful, exceeding their personal expectations and recording brilliant scores. Highlights include: - Eight 40+ RAW scores in 3/4 English: 50, 49, 49, 47, 45, 43, 42, 41. - Scores of 45+ RAW in 3/4 English, 3/4 Literature, 3/4 Legal Studies and 3/4 History: Revolutions - Highest scores per subject: English (50), Literature (48), Legal Studies (45), History: Revolutions (46) - Total 40+ RAW scores across all subjects: 14 - Students being recruited by academic tutoring services on account of their exemplary results These superb results highlight my proven ability to assist students in reaching their academic potential. As my students can attest, I go above and beyond to ensure that my clients receive the best service possible. My hourly fee covers: - The work completed during sessions - The ample and thorough subject resources my students will receive (updated and tailored to their specific texts) - The work completed outside of session times, including: writing resources, correcting SACs and practice exams, offering advice over text/email Regarding English and Literature, whilst I am proficient in tutoring a wide range of texts, I promise to familiarise myself with any texts I have not studied, and create study resources for such texts in order to suit the needs of my students (including paragraphs, sample analysis, etc.). I can also offer general essay tips pertaining to structure, content and methodology. Moreover, for English, I can provide valuable tutoring for Language Analysis through sample essays and individual tips, enabling my students to ameliorate their analytical repertoire, allowing them to scrutinise the language and argument at an intimate and complex level. For Literature, I can help passionate students further develop their linguistic capacities, analysing a broad range of genres and text types. Specifically, at the ¾ level, I can help students develop their literary perspective for Section A, and provide integral tips for Close Analysis in Section B, arguably the most difficult task a student can be called upon to complete. For Legal Studies, I can provide structured notes which are easy to navigate and comprehend, as well as a summarised list of relevant legal cases, which will improve the quality of students’ answers, especially in extended responses. I also have an amalgamated list of practice and examination-style questions covering all relevant task-words, designed to test students’ knowledge and prepare them for the examination environment. Many students perceive Legal Studies as a rather monotonous and bland subject; however, through my tutoring, I will enhance the experience of my students, fostering their zest for learning. Legal Studies is also incorrectly characterised as an ‘easy’ subject by many students; given that the difficulty of Legal Studies exams have increased markedly over the past two years, it is vital that this subject is not underestimated. For History: Revolutions, I can provide tutoring at the ¾ level for America and Russia. I have an extensive bank of notes, practice papers, document studies and tips for students to utilise during their studies. I have given several lectures on the subject, and have an intricate and well-developed understanding of the area of study and its demands. Several of the students which I have assisted for this subject have scored over 45 RAW, with some achieving spectacular scores of 50 and 48 RAW. Overall, as a tutor, I offer tailored services to my students, whilst forming a cohesive and fruitful rapport with them. I will be patient and compassionate, and ensure that each student feels comfortable in the tutoring environment. I am highly enthusiastic about the subjects I intend to tutor, and will remain well-versed in the content and respective study designs. I also have both a valid National Police Check and Working with Children's Check, and can provide supporting documentation upon request. Thank you, and most importantly, good luck with your VCE journey! Thomas:)

Achievements

  • Dux of English, St Kevin's College [2019]
  • Dux of Literature, St Kevin's College [2019]
  • Dux of History: Revolutions, St Kevin's College [2018]
  • House Captain and Captain of Public Speaking, St Kevin's College [2019]
  • State Finalist - Debaters' Association of Victoria [2018]

Education

Year 12 completed in 2019.
Mark achieved: 99.75.
Currently studying Bachelor of Arts, followed by a Juris Doctor at University of Melbourne.

Interests

  • Public Speaking and Debating
  • Tennis
  • AFL

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Availability

Around Hawthorn East

Sunday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Saturday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Around Camberwell

Travel policy

I am happy to travel to students in the South-Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The most convenient suburbs include Hawthorn, Camberwell, Kew, Balwyn, Surrey Hills, Richmond etc. I can also work at libraries in these areas. In general, I am very flexible. Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss your hours, and I will attempt to accommodate you!