Maxine has over 30 years experience in helping kids with learning difficulties realise their potential.
Maxine loves to see her students develop their belief in themselves as successful learners. Her expert knowledge enables them to master effective learning strategies, build independence, and the confidence to tackle new tasks.
Maxine offers private tutoring in your home or hers in Melbourne, or via video conference.
Help with:
Reading
Writing
Basic Maths
IIt’s now well established that phonemic awareness, that is, the ability to decode the written word is at the heart of reading mastery.
Even good readers can struggle with spelling. Many children are stilted in the way they write, because they are lacking confidence in their ability to spell the words they would like to use.
Learning the four Maths operations, and how to apply them, is very daunting for some chidren.
Important skils can be developed in a games format, which turns a learning challenge into a fun activity.
Expert, accurate diagnosis of the individual child’s strongest learning modality is the foundation for skill building.
Why Maxine?
Expert diagnosis
Maxine has been trained in the diagnosis of specific learning disabilities. She uses both standardised assessment materials and finely tuned observation - developed through many years of experience. As a result, Maxine can accurately pinpoint the child’s areas of difficulty. She also ensures that the child’s strengths are recognised. These are the foundation for future learning.
Tailored materials
Based on a detailed knowledge of the child’s profile, Maxine provides a suite of materials specifically for the child’s needs. Her innovative materials are based on up to date research, and constantly fine tuned to appeal to the child she is working with.
A trusted partner
Maxine has a cheerful, calm and reassuring manner. Over the years, she’s worked with hundreds of children - many of whom had major and diverse challenges. Maxine is able to form a warm and productive relationship with each child - essential to progress.
“Maxine broke through my daughter’s defensiveness about her learning difficulties and fear of making mistakes. Working patiently and gently with her from Grade 1 through Grade 3, Maxine enabled my daughter to learn to read and spell. Most of the learning was through games developed specifically for my daughter, based on her interests.”
— Fay (mother of student)
“My daughter had a medical condition affecting aspects of her learning and focus. Maxine tutored her in primary and early high school. She designed specific games for my daughter, which enabled her to remain engaged for the entire session.
My daughter enjoyed developing her skills and confidence in reading comprehension, spelling and basic Mathematics.”
— Alice (mother of student)