Award-Winning Mandarin Chinese Tutors in Coon Rapids, MN

...with friends, long boarding, and martial arts. I achieved my black belt in Goju-Ryu Karate after eight years, and now frequently practice independently at home. I was lucky to be able to visit several countries in Europe this summer and hope to travel more on upcoming holidays. My goal is to work as an English...

...be beat, rather than intimidating tests that measure a student's worth -- they don't! In my spare time I enjoy attending music concerts and cycling around all of the gorgeous lakes in Minneapolis. This fall I will begin graduate studies at Georgetown University in Washington, DC to continue a career in public service.... Learning takes place in environments that are relaxed and engaging, and so that's what I foster with my students. My philosophy is that if the material is kept interesting and the mood kept light, students will best master strategies to beat tests. Every test can be defeated with a thoughtful, critical approach.

...reveal patterns in Chinese language that help students make the learning process not only more intuitive but also enjoyable. As a tutor I consider each students learning style and needs unique and work specifically to come up with goals that address areas of interest and to tackle particularly challenging issues within each subject.

...traveled through Southeast Asia and South America, all the while writing about my experiences and teaching. I believe that students learn best when they are enjoying the process and feel capable of breaching the social and academic challenges that come up. Moreover, students must feel a sense of trust and confidence in the adults who...

...students applying for US colleges. As a graduate student, I served as a reading interventionist for K-4th graders for 2 years. I have previous test prep experience as an ACT class teacher and private tutor for a national company. My most recent tutoring experience was for a high school junior in Minneapolis. We worked on...

...good at cracking down complicated scientific concepts into smaller pieces. 2) I am good at explaining things in various ways to help students understand. 3) I am approachable, listen patiently, and respect students' efforts. I also believe bringing positive energy and encouraging students in the correct way are the ultimate shortcuts in helping them achieve...

...and supporting students through active problem solving from the beginning. I recently moved to the Twin Cities from Arizona and I love exploring the outdoors while hiking and running around the lakes, enjoying the new climate and the new plants and animals. I also enjoy meditation and yoga. I'm a life long learner, always pursing...

...Elementary Education. I am also certified to teach Chinese. I love to teach students of all ages. I am most passionate about seeing students excel in their learning. In my experience helping students to learn, we can always find common interests and make it a fun learning experience. In my spare time, I enjoy watching...

...the SAT and TOEFL exam while I lived in Beijing, China. Additionally, I have worked with many students on college entrance and scholarship essays, one of my favorite things to work with students on. I graduated from Brown University without debt by fully funding my college education through merit based scholarships. I am a 2008...

...for him while he went to China for a few weeks. The students loved me even though I wasn't that much older than them (they were middle school students ). After college I spent a year in Beijing and tutored adults in English and Chinese. In 2007 I taught a GRE class at Baruch College...