High School Physics and Mathematics Tutoring
Greetings and Salutations!
My name is Akash and I am a university graduate with a Bachelor of Science with Honors in Physics who is offering tutoring in Science and Mathematics.
It will cost (would offer them for free but I need to eat, really I do!) $25 (Special discount for people with a Community Service Card) per student for single student sessions.
These lessons will be one (1, for those who no longer spell numbers) hour. If you want a longer lesson then this can be organized with me.
The subjects that can be taught by me are:
Mathematics:
Year 9,
Year 10,
NCEA level 1 .
Physics :
NCEA Level 1,
NCEA Level 2,
NCEA Level 3.
The tutoring session will include help with any homework that the student has been given and/or (time permitting) extra lessons. These lessons will include revision of topics covered by the student in class if reinforcement is required and may also include an introduction of new topics if so desired by the students who wants to get ahead with their coursework (or who want to show off to their peers….).
Notes have been prepared by me to help with this and examples that the student will hopefully find interesting will be studied. When exams are close, then special classes will be run which will consist of going through past exam papers and improving exam technique (psychiatric help not included).
The student may also email me questions they have about the subject throughout the week (but not ten (10) minutes before the test/exam/due date/whatever!). If an immediate (and/or an easily typed) answer cannot be provided then the question will be covered during the next tutoring session.
If the student finds that the tutor (me) is not suitable for their needs, then they may be withdrawn from my lessons at no extra cost (they still need to pay for any lessons that they attend, that is all). The only requirement is that they let me know if this is the case, this is so that I don’t go grey from worry if they do not come!
These lessons will take place at my home. One can be tutored from Monday to Thursday during the week and on Sunday. The timing that these lessons can occur will be 16:30-18:30 (4:30 PM-6:30 PM (I will not be awake if the P is changed to an A!)) during the weekdays and timings for Sunday can be negotiated with the tutor (me).
If an emergency arises my brother and mother will be on hand to render any assistance required.
If you are interested or want to ask any questions please email me at: akash.sciencetutor@gmail.com or contact me through Neighbourly.
Normally a meeting will be arranged between the tutor and the student and their parent(s)/caregiver(s) to discuss the student’s problem(s) with the subject(s), their strengths and other matters of this kind. If you are unable to arrange such a meeting then please say so when you contact me.
You (parent(s)/caregiver(s)) can also decide if you feel they can face me on their own or with a group at their back (like that will help).
To lighten the mood, some cartoons (drawn by me) have been included. These are intended to help ease the fear you probably feel every time the words “Mathematics”, “Maths” “Physics” and “Science” are mentioned!
Thank you for your time and have a good day (or night as the case may be).
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32.5% Whenever you wish
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1.2% Other - I'll share below
The Honest Disciple in New Zealand - Day 4
In a picturesque valley of New Zealand, nestled between the rolling hills of the South Island, there lived a farmer named Hemi. Hemi was a humble man, known throughout his village for his hard work and deep faith in the teachings of the local Māori elders. Each time a renowned elder, Te Rongo, passed by his farm, Hemi would bow respectfully and greet him. He admired Te Rongo’s wisdom, and like any good disciple, Hemi believed in following his guidance without question.
One sunny afternoon, as Te Rongo walked along the edge of Hemi’s farm, he saw the farmer kneeling by his crops. The golden fields of wheat, flax, and vegetables stretched across the land, but one particular crop stood out—Hemi had been growing kumara (sweet potatoes), a staple of the Māori diet.
Te Rongo, noticing that the kumara plants were still small, only just beginning to sprout, stopped to speak with Hemi. “Why do you always bow before me when I pass, Hemi?” Te Rongo asked kindly, his eyes twinkling with wisdom. “Do you truly listen to my guidance, even when it seems difficult?”
Without hesitation, Hemi replied, “Yes, Te Rongo. I will always follow your words, no matter what they are.”
Te Rongo smiled and glanced over the field of young kumara. “Cut them now,” he instructed, pointing at the small plants. “If you wait, they will be ruined when the storms arrive.”
Hemi was taken aback. His kumara had only just begun to grow, and he knew it was too early to harvest. However, he trusted Te Rongo’s wisdom. “I will do as you say,” he answered.
When Hemi returned home, his wife, Aroha, was worried. “The kumara are not ready yet, Hemi,” she said. “If we cut them now, we may not have enough for ourselves in the coming months.”
Hemi reassured her and went to the farm to gather the crop. Yet, before he could do so, the neighboring landowner, Te Awhina, approached him with a stern look. “Hemi, I understand you are going to cut your kumara,” she said. “But you know that I have a share in your harvest this season. If you cut your crop now, I’ll need to ensure you’re following through on our agreement. We made a deal for two full harvests from your farm.”
Te Awhina insisted that Hemi sign a written agreement, guaranteeing her two full yields in exchange for allowing him to proceed. Hemi signed without hesitation, trusting in the wisdom of Te Rongo’s advice.
Days passed, and a great storm rolled in from the sea, battering the region with heavy rains and strong winds. Farmers across the valley, including those who had ignored Te Rongo’s counsel, watched helplessly as their crops were destroyed. But Hemi’s early harvest of kumara fared much better. Because he had listened to Te Rongo’s guidance, his crops were safe, and he found that they were even more abundant than he had expected.
When the storm had passed, Hemi’s fields were full of plump, healthy kumara, much more than he could use alone. True to his nature, Hemi gave two portions of the harvest to Te Awhina, honoring their agreement. The rest, he divided into six portions. Six portions went to those in the community who had lost everything in the storm—widows, elders, and struggling families.
Months later, as Te Rongo walked by Hemi’s farm once more, Hemi ran to meet him, eager to share the news of his good fortune. He had helped the community and was thriving in his own way, all thanks to Te Rongo’s guidance. As Hemi fell to his knees, ready to express his gratitude, Te Rongo spoke before he could.
“You have done well, Hemi,” said Te Rongo, his voice filled with warmth. “You were blessed with a bountiful harvest because I knew that you would share your good fortune with others. Your heart is pure, and you have always been honest in your intentions. You gave six portions to those in need, and only kept two for yourself, showing that you understand the true spirit of giving.”
Hemi stood, deeply moved by the elder’s words. “I only did as you instructed, Te Rongo,” he said. “Your wisdom guided me, and my heart could not bear to keep all of it for myself. The people in this village are like my family.”
Te Rongo placed a hand on Hemi’s shoulder and nodded. “That is the heart of an honest disciple—one who listens not just to words, but to the needs of the world around them. You’ve demonstrated that, Hemi. This is why the land has blessed you.”
And so, Hemi continued his farming with a humble heart, sharing not just the fruits of his labor but also the wisdom of Te Rongo. His actions spread through the valley, reminding everyone that true abundance comes not from hoarding, but from sharing with an open heart.
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**Moral:** Just as Hemi trusted the wisdom of his mentor, Te Rongo, and followed through with honesty and compassion, so too must we strive to act with integrity and generosity. In doing so, we not only receive blessings but also help uplift those around us. True discipleship is not in mere obedience, but in the heart's honest desire to serve others.
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