Joaquim De Sousa

Professional Tutor • Primary, High School & University Support

5+ Years Experience

Professional Summary

I am a dedicated tutor with over 5 years of experience helping primary, high school, and university students improve in mathematics, English, and science. I focus on understanding each student’s needs and adapting lessons to their pace and learning style. I explain difficult topics in a clear, straightforward way and work to build both skills and confidence. My goal is to help every student feel capable, prepared, and motivated to succeed in their studies.

Core Skills

  • Subject Expertise: General Mathematics (for younger high school and primary students), Mathematics Specialist, Methods and Applications
  • Statistics (University and high school)
  • English (Comprehension, Creativity and Responding)
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Curriculum Design and Lesson Planning
  • Adaptable Teaching Strategies
  • Student Progress Tracking and Reporting
  • Mentoring and Academic Coaching

Professional Experience

Private Tutor – Self-Employed
Perth, Australia | 2018 – Present
  • Provided one-on-one and group tutoring sessions for high school and university students in Mathematics, Statistics, and English.
  • Developed customised lesson plans and study resources tailored to students’ specific needs and goals.
  • Incorporated technology-based learning tools to enhance student engagement.
  • Tracked academic progress and provided regular feedback to students and parents.
Stocker – Coles
Perth, Australia | 2017 (1st Jan) – 2017 (June)
  • Customer Service Excellence – Delivered friendly, efficient service to customers, resolving queries and ensuring a positive shopping experience.
  • Time Management – Balanced multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while meeting store deadlines.
  • Team Collaboration – Worked effectively within a diverse team to achieve daily sales and operational targets.
  • Cash Handling & POS Operation – Accurately processed transactions, managed refunds, and reconciled tills at shift end.
  • Role concluded due to store closure at Coles.

Education

Bachelor of Actuarial Science
Curtin University | 2021–2025
ATAR (with Mathematics Specialist, Methods, Physics and Chemistry)
95.5 | 2019
Certificate III & IV in Training and Assessment — Business
2019

Professional Development

  • Working with Children Check – Australian Government
  • Integrating Technology into Education (using forms of coding with learning) – CodeAcademy
  • University-level techniques of using R for statistics – Curtin University

References

Samantha
Phone Number: 0431 703 097 – University Student (Economics)
“As someone new to studying statistics at university, I initially struggled with concepts like probability distributions, hypothesis testing, and interpreting statistical outputs. Joaquim’s clear explanations and step-by-step approach helped me build a strong foundation. He connected the theory to real-world data examples, which made the material far more engaging and easier to grasp. By the end of the semester, my understanding — and my marks — had improved significantly.”
Ruoshao Chen (Mira)
Phone Number: 0405 562 828 – Curtin Master’s Student
“As a Master’s student, I struggled with advanced topics such as differential equations, eigenvalues, and numerical methods. Joaquim had a remarkable ability to explain complex ideas clearly, whether breaking down strategies for solving simultaneous equations, demonstrating how eigenvalue analysis applies to real systems, or guiding me through targeted preparation for the LANTITE numeracy assessment. His lessons balanced theory with practical application, and he often designed tailored exercises that connected directly to my coursework and test requirements. With his support, I not only improved my grades but also gained the confidence to approach challenging problems methodically and with a deeper understanding.”
Yi Lu (E)
Phone Number: 0481 812 842 – Sister of Year 8 Student, Private Tutoring
“My brother (Richard) was falling behind in geometry and losing confidence. Joaquim's engaging style and visual teaching aids made a huge difference. He now enjoys maths and is in the top 10% of his class.”