Award-Winning Mandarin Chinese Tutors in Cranston, RI

...three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where I wanted it to be. The second time I took the exam I saw a 200-point increase. Previously, I have had experience teaching the SSAT...

...at Berkeley with a Bachelors degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology. During my four years of 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...

...the material itself, they don't see any value in learning it. But all material has value. I find that it's very easy to fall into the trap of thinking that the only value that can be derived from a subject is direct application. This is why, for instance, so many students ask their math teachers, "When am I ever going to need this?" But the value of learning complex math, beyond its inherent beauty, is...

...I got a job with a company that specializes in intensive English. That opportunity equipped me with a dense amount of experience in teaching all aspects of language to a spectrum of students in terms of proficiency and academic ability. Beyond work, I am a yogi, dancer, athlete, reader, and culinary explorer. I appreciate all forms of dance, especially tango, salsa, hip hop, and belly dancing. I train Brazilian jiu-jitsu and judo regularly and enjoy...

...I can teach Chinese language and communication skills to anyone who is interested. I can also prepare students for harder challenges such as the GRE. My philosophy for teaching Chinese focuses on communication. A lesson in Chinese should help you not only know more about the language, but also widen your horizons. I'd like to help students to master enough skill to generate communicable contents so that people can understand them and be impressed. You...

...I am a graduate of Hunter College at CUNY. I received my Master of Science in 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 movies, volunteering, going to...

...for many years. I'm not just an Ivy League grad, but an Ivy League professor too. Early retirement gives me the opportunity to use my experience to continue to help students improve. Reduce the frustrations and anxiety you feel about tests and writing with an experienced person like me to guide you. Learning should be enjoyable and I am good at patiently building on your strengths while helping you identify and overcome weaknesses. With a...

...Proficiency Test (HSK level 6) and have lived in China for over three years. I have studied Chinese language and culture for the last seven years and have extensive personal experiences and interests in the culture. My approach to teaching Mandarin Chinese is to start with what most Chinese teachers skip over: fundamentals. I emphasize the need to teach the fundamentals of grammar to allow an easier, clearer, and more natural progression in learning language...

...gift when it comes to teaching languages as well: Spanish, Mandarin, French, and English. Linguistics is a subject I continue to study. Providing one-on-one attention to my students is one of my biggest priorities, along with needs assessment. If we can figure out where you are and where you want to go, you're halfway there! Don't lose confidence in your dreams. Contact me and let me know how I can help you!

...and a minor in International Studies. Throughout college, I worked as a research assistant, as a language instructor of Chinese and Spanish, and as team leader for college orientation, student life, and study abroad programs. In addition to being a bit of language nerd, I also enjoy spoken word poetry and terrible puns. I currently live in DC and am eager to contribute my language abilities, teaching experience, and academic expertise to help my students...