Varsity Tutors can help you reach for your language learning goals with convenient and comprehensive Denver Chinese lessons. Maybe you are a student at an area school, such as Cherry Creek High School, working through a second language course as part of your general education requirements or you are an undergraduate student seeking a bachelor's degree at the Colorado School of Mines. Perhaps you are seeking to learn Chinese to advance in your career or you simply love the language. Whatever your reason or current proficiency level, Denver Chinese lessons can offer you an effective way to practice and build your fluency.
Chinese is the most popular language in the world with over one billion native speakers. There are several different dialects in the Chinese language, including Mandarin (the most popular), Wu, Gan, and Xiang. There is no Chinese alphabet. Instead, written Chinese is made up of over 50,000 characters, with each symbol representing one syllable. These symbols give no indication of how the word is pronounced, so each must be memorized individually. While it may seem daunting to learn this language, there are benefits both in and outside of the professional sphere. Not only can a strong understanding of Chinese provide you with an advantage if you were to work in a business with international connections, but should you choose to travel for pleasure, you would have the ability to use your second language skills.
Whether you are starting out in your first class at George Washington High School or you are looking to challenge yourself with a minor in Chinese at the University of Denver, we can help by setting you up with two different types of Chinese lessons. Group classes and private tutoring each have their own unique benefits and you may even find that a combination of both is the best fit for your needs. Whichever option you choose, you can be sure that you will learn from a highly qualified and patient instructor.
What language skills could be reviewed during Denver Chinese lessons?
Chinese is considered to be one of the hardest languages to learn, and with the many different dialects and rules for this language, it is easy to see why. One of the first things to keep in mind while practicing this language is that it is a tonal language. Your tone changes the meaning of a word. There are four tones in Mandarin and up to nine in the other dialects. The four tones in Mandarin include flat, rising, falling then rising, and falling.
There are no articles, verb inflections, or plurals in Chinese. Whether a noun is singular or plural, it still retains the same form, which is very different from the English language, in which an -s is added to the end of plural nouns. Another tricky concept is the gendered pronouns that sound the same but have a different pronunciation. There are also alike sounding verbs, differentiating verbs, and learning pinyin, which is the system for translating Chinese characters to letters in the English alphabet based on their pronunciation.
A lack of practice is one of the biggest obstacles to learning a second language. When you enroll in Denver Chinese lessons, you have extra opportunities throughout your week to practice speaking, writing, and reading Chinese in a collaborative group setting. From a well-rounded and comprehensive lesson plan to group activities, discussions, and feedback from your experienced Chinese language instructor, these group classes are set up to give you multiple language learning benefits. Depending on the class proficiency level, your instructor may even choose to incorporate immersion teaching and lead the entire session in Chinese.
If you are looking to focus more on certain concepts of the language that you find challenging, maybe the custom lesson plans of a Denver Chinese tutor would be the better fit for you. The one-on-one attention from your instructor could allow them to learn your strengths and challenges and design a study session around your learning style. This individualized method is very beneficial to students that prefer to move at their own pace and try different techniques to remember new language skills.
How do the two types of Denver Chinese lesson options work?
It may seem overwhelming to make time for the effort that learning a second language can take, especially if you are already going to school or working full time, managing family life, or involved in extracurricular activities. However, we make it easy to fit a Denver Chinese lesson into any schedule, whether you are looking for evening lessons, weekend lessons, or even one to work into your lunch hour. New group sessions start monthly and they are offered at a variety of times. The group lessons are completely virtual, meaning you don't need to fit an extra commute into your busy day. In these interactive lessons, you will have the ability to take part in conversational practice and ask questions. If you would like some one-on-one time with your instructor, you can reserve time to go over any concepts you would like more clarification on.
If independent sessions with a Denver Chinese tutor are more what you are looking for, we can get you connected with an experienced private instructor. When you choose personal language sessions, you have the option between meeting your instructor online or in person. Online tutoring offers the convenience of setting up sessions wherever you are and when you have time. If you choose to work with your instructor online, you will meet them on our Live Learning Platform to use video chat and a virtual whiteboard to take part in your individualized sessions. If you would rather meet in person, you can arrange for your language learning sessions to be held at your home, at the library, or at another favorite study spot.
How do I get set up with Denver Chinese lessons?
Whether you would prefer group sessions, private instruction, or if you are unsure as to which would be the right fit for you, Varsity Tutors is happy to help. We can get you set up with a tutor quickly or get you enrolled in the group class that works best for your schedule and needs. Reach out to our educational consultants today for more information.
Emilie: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...sure that it is. Before receiving my B.A. in Asian Languages and Literature from the University of Minnesota, I studied abroad for a year in China. There, I also worked as the lead teacher in a new ESL school for adults where I provided lesson plans for the school and utilized my own classroom format to engage the students. I also tutored several young Chinese girls in English where we learned by translating their favorite...
Education & Certification
- University of Minnesota - Bachelor in Arts, Asian Languages and Literature
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Spanish
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Public Speaking
- +12 subjects
Yuli: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
Throughout college and my two years as a math teacher, I found that there isn't one best teaching method. Instead, each student is unique and this reflects in their learning style. A good teacher will be able to change strategies to accommodate for differences in learning styles. I hope to be the best teacher that I can be by listening to my students and adjust my style of teaching to fit the student's needs.... I believe in teaching that is catered towards the individual. Tutoring on a one-to-one level allows the teacher to incorporate strategies that are best suited to the student's learning style.
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Biochemistry
- University of Colorado Denver - Master in Public Health, Public Health
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Calculus
- Languages
- Chemistry
- +28 subjects
Congying: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...Chinese. I've taught various age level students: adults, young children, and all the way up to college students. I am a native Chinese speaker. I grew up in China and speak standard Chinese. I am also a second language learner; therefore, I understand the challenges one face when learning another language. My teaching experience will also help you grasp the skills and tricks of memorizing the the tones, vocabulary, and sentence structure. I do hope...
Education & Certification
- Wayne State College - Bachelors, Human Services
- Wayne State College - Masters, Counseling
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- +3 subjects
Tina : Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
..."national proficiency test of mandarin" when I was in college. Teaching and researching the difference between Chinese and English have always been my passion. Before "varsity tutors", I have tutored five English-speaking students from ages 6 to 20. I tailor my classes to different students' needs, and I enjoy writing my own "Chinese grammar and practice" book based on different levels. I am a super responsible and hard-working person. My goal is to help my...
Education & Certification
- shandong university - Bachelor of Science, Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- shandong university - Doctor of Medicine, Pathology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- +4 subjects
Hongyan: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...Further more, some of my translation has been published in China and USA, the latest being Translating Xi Sui Jing #2, published in Qi Journal (Volume 27 No 3 Autumn 2017) in USA. 3. I am loving, patient and enthusiastic. Back in my college years, I was a volunteer in Manos Intercional in China for 4 years. Every weekend, together with other volunteers, I traveled to remote areas in Hebei province to provide cultural education...
Education & Certification
- Hebei University of Economics and Business - Bachelors, English
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- English
- SAT Subject Tests
- +10 subjects
Education & Certification
- University of Science and Technology of China - Bachelors, Physics
- Purdue University-Main Campus - PHD, Cognitive Psychology, Statistics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Algebra
- Conversational Mandarin
- Calculus
- +25 subjects
Allison: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...the needs of the student. Typically, I like to spend the first session just getting to know the student. Afterwards, I will leave the student with a plan of action and homework tailored to the student's schedule. Services - ACT PREP: Rigorous sessions cover English, Math, Reading, Science and Writing and teach specific test-taking strategies unique to the ACT. COLLEGE COUNSELING: Counseling sessions help you choose the right academic path for you - college choices,...
Education & Certification
- Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT Reading
- +13 subjects
Ziyue: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...in Architecture. My passion for these two distinct fields allow me to have multifaceted career options, spanning architectural school, biology research or academia. I had been tutoring Chinese, writing and math for two years, and I am continuing to teach Mandarin and Cantonese on college campus. I was born in Guangdong, China, and I moved to the states when I was in middle school, thus allowing me to be completely fluent in all three languages....
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Cantonese
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Algebra 2
- +13 subjects
Miaowen: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...English teacher, and Chinese-English translator in Taiwan for a few years. I have a 12 year old son, and I teach him Chinese at home. I love teaching and understand that learning a new language can be very challenging. As a Chinese teacher, I believe that my job is to help you to pick up the language in a conversational context. Then, I help you to remember those expressions and words by doing all kinds...
Education & Certification
- Fu Jen Catholic University - Bachelor in Arts, History
- OHIO University - Master of Fine Arts, Art History
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Languages
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +3 subjects
Caroline: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...college, I guided K-12 students of the Oakland area in Language Arts and Mathematics and served as a mentor for many high school students. I have also been an undergraduate student instructor for the General Biology lab course offered at U.C. Berkeley, a prerequisite for students wishing to pursue Biology as a major. Since I have a wide range of teaching experiences in both academic subjects and test preparation, I am highly adaptable to different...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- Elementary Math
- Biology
- +42 subjects
Min: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...introductory to computer science courses, frontend web development, Mandarin Chinese, and also taught basketball at local community center. I graduated in 2019 from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Informatics. The subjects I tutor includes but not limited to Traditional Mandarin Chinese, Data Structure & Algorithm (Java) and Frontend Web Development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React.js). I believe that everyone learn things differently and it's the my job to find the...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Informatics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Languages
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- +35 subjects
Yimeng: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...& Literature, I have moved to St. Petersburg, Russia, to complete a Fulbright Research Fellowship. In 2021, I will return to the University of Michigan to begin my MD/PhD training. My specialties include helping clients improve their Russian and Chinese, work on comprehensive strategies and material breakdown for the MCAT, as well as develop greater understanding of the sciences. As attentive mentorship is the cornerstone of academic progress, I endeavor to assist my students in...
Education & Certification
- University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- French
- Russian
- SAT Subject Tests
- +63 subjects
Sanvy: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...to informally tutor fellow students in college because I learned better in the process while teaching other people. I feel a great sense of accomplishment whenever I pass on valuable knowledge to another person! I can teach people how to improve their performance on the ACT, SAT, and GMAT standardized tests. In addition, I can teach algebra, geometry, and Chinese at all levels. My favorite subject to teach is the GMAT exam because the level...
Education & Certification
- Truman State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- ACT
- +42 subjects
Yutong: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
"Professor, you can speak seven languages! Why did you choose to become a primary school teacher?" I asked my primary school history teacher in London. "Because I wanted to change the world!" He exclaimed. "But, how are you doing that exactly?" "By helping one person at a time and that includes you," said my professor with a smile...... Listen, Understand, Communicate, Personalize.... Introduce myself, including sharing some of my academic struggles. Ask the student questions and listen to their concerns and issues. Establish goals and plans to help guide them to achieve their desired results.
Education & Certification
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Science
- ACT English
- College Biology
- +23 subjects
Tina: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...all the math behind it as well as the visual language of film and the humanistic touch of it. I believe in expanding the students' world by teaching not only facts and theories but the implication behind them in addition to sufficient application practice. I want the students to foster intellectual curiosity as they delve into a particular subject. Born and raised in Beijing for 18 years, I can also teach Chinese and the rich...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Math
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- IB Film
- +72 subjects
Gabrielle: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...standardized test prep. In my experience working with students struggling to pass a class or to prepare for college entrance exams, we always have fun determining the study method that works best for them. Everybody has a different learning style and once we hone in on the right one for you, an improvement in scores will become more than apparent. Overall, I find tutoring to be an incredibly rewarding profession and I am eager to...
Education & Certification
- Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Language & Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- College Essays
- English
- PSAT Writing Skills
- +29 subjects
Daniel: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...Engineering, I am continuing my education with a Master's in the same field. For years, I've helped my friends and siblings with homework for school, and they've always told me that I had a talent for teaching; I understand concepts very easily, and explanations come easy as well. The goal that I work towards for my students is to bless them holistically, both through my academic skills and through any relationship that I am able...
Education & Certification
- The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
- The University of Texas at Asutin - Master of Science, Material Science
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- College Essays
- Calculus
- AP Chinese Language and Culture
- +68 subjects
Sunny: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
I graduated magna cum laude from Columbia University. I earned a B.A. in Biology and Economics. I'm currently working as a Research Associate during my gap year before medical school. During my free time, I enjoy staying active, playing golf, swimming, running, and playing tennis. I love exploring new activities and neighborhoods in the NYC area.
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelors, Biology / Economics
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Languages
- ACT Math
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- +38 subjects
Asta: Denver Mandarin Chinese lesson instructor
...and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare them for college in the United States. Even though I tutor a wide range of subjects, I enjoy teaching English and standardized test preparation the most. I love helping my students find beauty in the English language in addition to helping them achieve their college goals. I also...
Education & Certification
- University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- French
- Languages
- ISEE
- +80 subjects
Education & Certification
- Columbia College - Bachelor in Arts, Sustainability Studies
Subject Expertise
- Mandarin Chinese
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Algebra 2
- +31 subjects