--- title: "Our Team | TMJ Tutoring" description: "Meet the team behind your child's support, and a selection of our tutors. Learn how we choose, match, and support every tutoring relationship." canonical_url: "https://tmjtutoring.com.au/our-team" md_url: "https://tmjtutoring.com.au/our-team.md" language: "en-AU" last_updated: "2026-09-04" --- # The People Behind Your Child’s Support Meet the team behind your child's support, and a selection of our tutors. Learn how we choose, match, and support every tutoring relationship. ## Meet the team Whether you're meeting our tutors or our Parent and Tutor Support Team, the same care, thought, and consistency shape every part of the experience. - Parent & Tutor Support Team: The team behind the scenes – matching your child carefully, supporting tutors, and staying involved throughout the year. - Our Tutors: University tutors chosen for how they explain, connect, and support your child week to week. ## The Team Behind The Process We are T.M.J.’s internal team that matches your child with their tutor. We understand students because we've just been there Why This Team Exists: Great tutoring shouldn't feel inconsistent or transactional. We built T.M.J. around the idea that students benefit most when support feels steady, personal, and thoughtfully managed. We listen carefully, match with intention, and stay involved so families feel supported from the first conversation onward. - [Read more about how T.M.J. began](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/about) ## Founders Tyler and Angus founded T.M.J. after experiencing firsthand how inconsistent tutoring can be. They built the matching process to be personal, considered, and accountable — so families never have to navigate it alone. - Tyler McDonald - Angus Molden ## Tutor Parent Relation Team Sophie, Kaelan, and Ruby are the bridge between families and tutors. They handle onboarding, ongoing communication, and make sure every family feels heard and supported throughout their tutoring journey. - Sophie McMillan - Kaelan Boundy - Ruby Noonan ## Quality & Tutor Team Charlotte, Amy, Marnix, and Melina maintain the quality of our tutor network. They run training, review sessions, and make sure every tutor upholds T.M.J.'s standard of teaching, care, and communication. - Charlotte Grant - Amy Liu - Marnix Ferwerda - Melina Koukourikis ## A Perspective Students Relate To Having recently been through the same system, our team brings a perspective that is both current and practical. That understanding shapes how we select tutors, support students, and communicate with families. Average team age: 21 — close to the student experience ## Ongoing Support, Not Just Initial Matching Our role extends well beyond finding a tutor. We stay involved to ensure each pairing continues to feel productive, supportive, and well suited over time. - Selection - Thoughtful Tutor Selection: Every tutor is personally interviewed and chosen for how they teach, not just their academic results. - Matching - Careful Student Matching: We consider personality, learning style, communication style, and subject needs when pairing students and tutors. - Communication - Regular Check-ins: We stay in touch with families and tutors to ensure sessions are progressing positively. - Our Promise - Early Adjustments When Needed: If something isn’t working, we step in early and refine the pairing before small issues become bigger ones. ## Our Tutors A strong academic foundation across every subject Our tutors are high-achieving university students supporting more than 45 subjects, with strong ATARs and proven academic results in the areas they teach. Beyond academic performance, we focus on how tutors explain concepts, communicate with students, and build confidence so that sessions feel clear, supportive, and consistent. Sarah, 2025: [TMJ has been] tutoring my daughter for the past few months and she has gone from nearly failing to excelling. Easy to interact with, prompt, excellent communication and above all an ability to relate and share her knowledge. - Supporting students across Primary | Years 7-10 | VCE & IB - 45+ subjects - Online available - 43 Average Scaled Study Score (in the subjects they teach) - 500+ Tutors In Our Network - 10+ Hours Tutor Training Received - WWCC Verified Tutors - [Talk With Us](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/talk-with-us) - [Request Tutoring Support](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/get-started) ## But academic results are only part of the picture. Our tutors are high performers, but that's only the starting point. We focus on how they explain, connect and adapt, so students are supported by someone who makes learning feel clear, calm and achievable. - Chosen for How They Teach: Clear thinking, patience and adaptability matter more than raw scores. - Selected for Connection: We look for tutors who can explain ideas simply and build genuine rapport with students. - Prepared to Support Students: Tutors are trained to adapt and support different learning styles. ## A Snapshot of Our Tutors We carefully match your child based on subject, location, and personality. Every tutor brings their own personality, but the care, communication and quality behind how they teach stays consistent across our network. - 10+ hours of tutor training - High-performing University Students - Working with Children Check Victoria ## Sofia Moran Hi! I'm Sofia Second-year Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne I am a patient and dedicated tutor with extensive experience supporting students across a range of year levels. I have a genuine passion for helping and mentoring students as they learn, grow, and build confidence in their own abilities. I strive to always create a supportive and engaging learning environment tailored to each individual's needs. - ATAR: 98.7 - Health & Human Development: study score 47 - Mathematical Methods: study score 42 - Chemistry: study score 44 ## Heidi Tully Hi! I'm Heidi Second-year Bachelor of Science majoring in Chemical Engineering at the University of Melbourne I'm a friendly and approachable tutor who enjoys helping students build confidence in their learning. I adapt my teaching style to suit each student's individual needs, whether that means breaking down example questions step-by-step, revisiting difficult concepts until they click, or playing learning-based games with younger students. I aim to create a fun and supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and know that no question is a silly one. I have experience working with students from primary through to VCE, including those learning English as an additional language. - ATAR: 99.30 - Chemistry: study score 45 - Mathematical Methods: study score 44 ## Olivia Smith Hi! My name is Liv Studying Law and Arts (major: human rights, minor: international relations) at Monash University I am a tutor based in Melbourne currently studying Law and Arts, with a focus on human rights and international relations. I've worked with students across a wide range of abilities and goals — from those needing extra support, including students with learning difficulties, to high-achieving students seeking extension and deeper understanding. I focus on building each student's confidence so they feel capable and independent in their learning, adapting my approach to suit their individual needs. - ATAR: 96.95 - Legal Studies: study score 43 - Psychology: study score 43 - General Mathematics: study score 43 - English Language: study score 41 - Mental Health First Aid Qualified - Experience with learning difficulties ## Oliver Benns Hi! I'm Oliver First-year Bachelor of Science, Veterinary Bioscience major at the University of Melbourne I am proud to be a part of T.M.J tutoring, strongly supporting the ideology to make tutoring a more human-first experience. I prioritise connection with my students first, which in turn supports efficient learning. Having completed VCE and been the Dux of French in Year 11, I understand the demand of the VCAA study design. I specialise in in-person tutoring, aiding students through clear explanations, structured problem-solving, and exam-focused strategies. - ATAR: 95.1 - French: study score 42 - Biology: study score 35 ## Emma Varis Hi! I'm Emma Studying a double degree of Design and Business at Monash University I bring over five years of coaching experience and a proven track record of supporting multiple students to achieve strong results. I pride myself on creating engaging, personalised sessions that cater to each student's unique learning style, helping build both confidence and academic skills. My approachable and patient nature allows me to connect easily with children and teens, making learning enjoyable while maintaining high standards. - ATAR: 95.9 - Psychology: study score 47 - Geography: study score 43 - General Mathematics: study score 40 ## Siena Mapley Hi! I'm Siena Studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Deakin University I'm a passionate and dedicated tutor who genuinely enjoys seeing students feel more confident in their learning. I like to focus on building strong connections with my students and tailoring each session to suit their individual goals. For me, tutoring isn't just about performance — it's about instilling confidence and creating a space where students feel comfortable to ask questions and make mistakes as they take accountability of their own learning journey. - ATAR: 95.25 - Art Making & Exhibiting: study score 50 - Business Management: study score 41 - Health & Human Development: study score 41 ## Sophie McIntosh Hi! I'm Sophie Studying a double degree of Science (chemistry major) and Chemical Engineering Throughout high school I found I was always drawn to helping and teaching others, whether that was explaining scientific concepts to my classmates or coaching young students at my swim teaching job. The more I've tutored the more I've come to enjoy finding new ways to explain difficult concepts and break down how to approach tricky questions. I also believe having a genuine connection with the students I tutor is the key to getting them more involved in their own learning. - ATAR: 96.90 - Chemistry: study score 43 - Physical Education: study score 42 - Physics: study score 39 ## Hector Kerrison Hi! I'm Hector Studying Bachelor of Laws & Engineering at Monash University Originally from Adelaide and now calling Melbourne home, I'm a university student with a passion for helping others learn — from the humanities to English to the sciences. As a bilingual tutor fluent in both English and French, I bring a unique perspective to learning. I tutor across multiple subjects and pride myself on adapting to each student's individual style, whether you need someone to break things down step by step, push you toward a deadline, or just make a tricky concept finally click. - IB Score: 39.5 - Physics (IB SL): study score 7 - Chemistry (IB SL): study score 7 - History (IB HL): study score 6 - English (IB HL): study score 6 ## How It Works - 01. Tell us about your child: Share a few details or have a quick call so we can understand your child's needs and what support will work best. - 02. We get to know you: A short conversation to explore goals, preferences, and how your child learns most effectively. - 03. The Right Fit: We carefully match your child with a tutor based on subject, personality, and learning style. - 04. First session and ongoing support: Begin with a first session, with our Parent and Tutor Support Team checking in and reviewing progress to ensure the right fit over time. - [Discover More About Our Process](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/how-it-works) ## Ready to Get Started? Book a free intro call and find the perfect tutor for your student. - [Tell Us about your Child](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/get-started) - [Speak to our team](https://tmjtutoring.com.au/talk-with-us)