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Adelaide, Canberra, Online

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I have been tutoring (preschool to post-graduate university) and teaching music for the past 27 years.

I offer tutoring (and mentorship) in a diverse range of subjects, including:
- Academic tutoring (Preschool to Adults); covering all primary curricula, high school maths/sciences/English, and a wide range of science/health/research-related university subjects.
- Neurodiversity assistance
- Overcoming specific learning disabilities
- Executive functioning skills
- Social & Communication skills
The approach is always tailored to the student and their individual needs and goals.

Music teaching is something I do for pleasure (as a multi-instrumentalist). Please approach me about your interests and needs so that we can work together to assess if we will be a good student-teacher match for your musical pursuits.

If you have a child, or are an adult, with special needs or learning disabilities then I can offer a supportive tutoring program to suit. I understand the needs and difficulties of those on the autism spectrum, those with dyslexia, dyspraxia, auditory processing disorder, ADHD, and a variety of other specific learning disabilities. As such I have ensured access to an abundance of resources to encourage those who learn differently including: Visual aids, kinesthetic learning techniques, and auditory training.
As well as working with students in academic areas, I have skills in the following essential (but often ignored) areas.
- Study organisation and survival skills for those who find this challenging (or simply want to improve) - I have found this is something higher education students on the autism spectrum benefit from greatly.
- Emotion understanding and expression
- Communication skills (for school, home, hobby and workplace)
- Structured teaching of social skills including practice and role-playing
- The effective and proper use of information technology (word processing, powerpoint, excel, internet etc) in studying [great for tertiary students and those returning to study]

Due to the large variety of areas I tutor in, prices are varied depending on the skill/topic. Depending on the age and needs of the student session times will also vary.

Depending on your child's needs parents are also welcome to participate in the session so that you can 'continue' the learning process at home.

I have a particular focus on those with special needs and learning difficulties because I believe they deserve the same chances to succeed as others but are often thrown into a world that is not set up for their particular way of learning or thinking. I am also more than happy to work with adults who want to return to study, improve their skills, or 'give it a go'.

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Experience

Diverse and Extensive Tutoring Experience (Online, Hybrid, and In-Person):
[Please see sections for further details]
1) ACADEMICS [Preschool to University]
(Extensive range of subjects with an individualised approach to each student's needs).
2) MUSIC [18 months to Adult - Beginner to Advanced]
(Multiple Instruments, Theory/Musicianship, Composition, Adaptations/Adjustments).
3) NEURODIVERSITY SPECIALIST [Preschool to Adult]
(Inclusion, Ability-Focused Strengths Identification/Development, Advocacy, Awareness)
4) SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY SOLUTIONS [Preschool to University and Beyond]
(Assistive Technology - software/hardware, Reading/Literacy Catch-Up, Personalised Strategies).
5) EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS [Preschool to Adult]
(Organisation, Skills for Transitions, Independent Living, Career Planning/Development).
6) INTERPERSONAL SKILLS [Preschool to Adult]
(Social & Communication, Adaptability & Resilience, Self-Care/Awareness/Advocacy).


ACADEMICS [Preschool to University]
(Extensive range of subjects with an individualised approach to each student's needs).

PRESCHOOL, PRIMARY SCHOOL, HIGH SCHOOL:
a) Preschool and Primary School: All subjects, Study/Learning Skills.
b) High School: MATHS (Grade 7-12: All Levels), ENGLISH (Grade 7-10), SCIENCE (Grade 7-10: All Levels AND Grade 11-12: Physics, Chemistry, Biology), Study/Learning Skills.

UNIVERSITY:
a) Science/Health: Pharmacology (Therapeutics, Pharmacokinetics), Toxicology (Human, Environmental), Pharmacogenomics, Physiology, Pathophysiology, Medical/Laboratory Sciences, Critical Appraisal, Research Methods/Design, Epidemiology, Clinical Skills (History/Examination/Documentation).
b) Translating Tertiary Education to the Workplace/Research: Risk Assessment/Analysis/Prevention, Regulatory Frameworks, Policy Development/Writing, Grant Application Preparation.


MUSIC [18 months to Adult - Beginner to Advanced]
(Multiple Instruments, Theory/Musicianship, Composition, Adaptations/Adjustments).
Instruments include: Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Recorder, Cello, (and others on request).
Theory and musicianship are interwoven with instrumental tuition but are available separately.
Composition is only available to students who have demonstrated a relevant foundational understanding of theory/musicianship and/or display natural talent.
Note: Saxophones are available to hire (depending on the student and their requirements).

NEURODIVERSITY SPECIALIST [Preschool to Adult]
(Inclusion, Ability-Focused Strengths Identification/Development, Advocacy, Awareness)
Extensive experience working with neurodiverse adults/children means that each student can work through a personalised program that helps them overcome individual barriers while developing their strengths.

SPECIFIC LEARNING DISABILITY SOLUTIONS [Preschool to University and Beyond]
(Assistive Technology - software/hardware, Reading/Literacy Catch-Up, Personalised Strategies).
Reading/Literacy catch-up supported by hands-on and digital resources. Personalised strategies and recommendations to help overcome challenges associated with other specific learning disabilities are tailored to each student's needs.

EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING SKILLS [Preschool to Adult]
(Organisation, Skills for Transitions, Independent Living, Career Planning/Development).
Specialising in enabling individuals (and organisations) to maximise their efficiency and performance using technology (software and hardware), and targetted strategies to overcome barriers and achieve outcomes.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS [Preschool to Adult]
(Social & Communication, Adaptability & Resilience, Self-Care/Awareness/Advocacy).
A range of resources and tools are used to focus tutoring on the individual student's needs, baseline ability, and desired outcomes; there are also options to participate in small group-based learning sessions where games/workshop-style interactive tutorials are used to develop skills with others at similar levels.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor or Surgery
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Toxicology

Rates

NOTE: Listed rates are the hourly rate after applying the 5% TutorFinder discount (limited to the first 12 months) + the 20% discount if you pay for 10 weeks in advance. This means if the rate says $100 you will pay:
- $125 per session if not paying for 10 weeks in advance during the first 12 months after connecting on TutorFinder (these are shown in parentheses after the listed rate to assist); or
- $135 per session (rounded up from $131.58) if not paying for 10 weeks in advance after your first 12 months via TutorFinder.
If you need help calculating session rates without the discounts, just send a message and I will respond with the essential information.

A 5% discount applies to fees/billing for individuals who connect with me through Tutor-Finder (this is limited to a maximum of 12 months from when we first meet for a session, and it does not apply to the "half-price first lesson" which may be provided free of charge for relevant subjects/students).

Please contact me about your specific needs to negotiate the best arrangement and price. There is usually a surcharge for any tutoring/teaching where I "come to you" (depending on distance/time/subject/instrument and/or duration of sessions). I am always happy to work with students/clients to arrange discounts for "multiple students/subjects", "payment in advance", "hybrid arrangements", and "combined music tuition and instrument hire" (please note I have multiple high quality tenor saxophones available for students to hire, other instruments may be available based on enquiry).

Music Lessons:
Music instrument tuition/theory/musicianship (all levels) 30 min session = $60 ($75) (at my home only, online available for existing students occasionally)
Music instrument tuition/theory/musicianship (all levels) 60 min session = $100 ($125) (at my home only, online available for existing students occasionally)

Primary and High School Tutoring:
[Please note: Location is at my home or online, depending on student/subject. Sessions must be a minimum of 60 minutes in duration for High School students - multiple subjects allowed.]
All subjects - 30 min session = $45 ($56.25)
All subjects - 45 min session = $65 ($81.25)
All subjects - 60 min session = $80 ($100)
All subjects - 90 min session = $110 ($137.50)

Special Needs Tutoring Children and Adults (dyslexia/adhd/asperger's/autism/other specific learning difficulties):
[Location may be more limited depending on the specific needs of the student, and resources I may need to ensure I have access to: Online sessions will generally only be possible once there is an established relationship, and once I have ensured I can properly support the student's needs remotely. Sessions must be at least 60 minutes duration, even if it is for a younger client who needs breaks worked into the session.]
All ages, subjects, and levels (Early childhood to adult): 60 min session = $120-$300 ($150-$375)

Discounts apply if you have multiple sessions a week.

University Tutoring (Undergraduate):
[Sessions must be a minimum of 60 minutes in duration. Please ask me about rates for small groups or multiple subjects. Some skills training sessions may be charged at a higher rate after discussion about specific needs and goals.]
All subjects/areas (excl. music) 60 min session = $80-$120 ($100-$150)
All subjects/areas (excl. music) 90 min session = $110-$150 ($137.50-$187.50)
All subjects/areas (excl. music) 2 hour session = $140-$180 ($175-$225)
All subjects/areas (excl. music) 3 hour session = $180-$220 ($225-$275)

University Tutoring (Postgraduate) and All Adult Skills Training (GAMSAT/UMAT/Productivity/Professional Coaching)
[Sessions must be a minimum of 60 minutes in duration. Please ask me about rates for small groups or multiple subjects. Some skills training sessions may be charged at a higher rate after discussion about specific needs and goals.]
All subjects/areas 60 min session = $120-$160 ($150-$200)
All subjects/areas 90 min session = $150-$190 ($187.50-$237.50)
All subjects/areas 2 hour session = $180-$220 ($225-$275)
All subjects/areas 3 hour session = $220-$260 ($225-$275)

Cheaper rates for group sessions and multiple sessions in a week.

Skills training may be something that relevant clients may be able to use NDIS funding for (appropriate NDIS invoicing will be provided, and fees will be at/below the relevant NDIS price guide, when this applies).

For clients seeking regular, ongoing sessions, fees are usually required in advance (according to school term, or 3-month periods); relevant discounts apply, and there is a clear cancellation policy (this is always provided and clients/students are asked to sign a relevant "Service Agreement" outlining the details of service, fees, cancellation policy, and any other specific details).

Student Discount

Special Offer - Pay 10wks up front + get 20% off [Not all areas]

Gender

Female

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Joined Tutor Finder on 29-Sep-2011 (updated profile on 05-Jan-2026)