
ShiFen: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I have taught Mandarin since 2008. During the class, we will focus on students' interest. If you would like to learn basic oral conversation for mandarin or you prepare for mandarin test, I will be flexible and focus on your need. I am native Mandarin speaker so you will learn the best pronunciation. We could possibly talk about your school projects, the goal of learning Chinese and how to be a keen Chinese learner. ... Learner-centered...
Education & Certification
University of Taipei - Bachelors, B.E

Lu: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
My professional goal is to teach my students with great passion, patience, supported by my strong academic background, the knowledge I learned from school and my experience. Also, I want to teach my students not only the necessary academic knowledge that they need to survive in the society, but also lead them how to think, not what to think. In a word, my position stands as a teacher and a mentor to my students, especially...
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Xan International Studies University - Bachelor of Science, English
Purdue University-Calumet Campus - Master of Science, Curriculum and Instruction

Mary: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I was born in Taiwan and have lived there for 20 years. Mandarin Chinese is my native language. I used to be a tutor for elementary and junior high students at Giraffe Cram School in Taiwan. I also teach Chinese calligraphy. Moreover, I am a translator. I thoroughly enjoying tutoring and being a part of a student's success with their academics. I look forward to working with you!... I am a very patient teacher. Every student...
Education & Certification
National University of Hospitality and Tourism Taiwan - Bachelors, Hospitality and Tourism

Seline: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
Hi! My name is Seline, I'm from Guangzhou China, although, my parents are from Sichuan, China. They lived in Guangzhou before I was born, but they never learned to speak Cantonese! So my first "students" were actually my parents! I taught them Cantonese words, so they could at least know what to listen for. I have lived in the US for 10 years. My fiance is American and he speaks in perfect Mandarin now! He...
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Hangzhou Normal University - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance

Sherri: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I am an avid biology student with degrees in pharmacology, anthropology and writing. I have extensive tutoring and mentoring experience with students from elementary school levels through college. My goal is to inspire my students to become lifelong learners and to excel in their academic and professional endeavors!
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Kelly: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I am a recent graduate of Indiana University-Bloomington, where I majored in Political Science and Mandarin Chinese. This past year I studied abroad and worked in China with the Chinese Flagship Program. I love studying history, languages, literature, and writing, and when I'm not helping students as a tutor, you can find me swing dancing, listening to jazz music, experimenting with vegan baking, and walking my dog. ... Learn by doing.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelors, Political Science, Mandarin Chinese

Lauren: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I love languages and writing and want to help students develop their own interest and abilities in these areas. I'm fluent in Spanish and proficient in Mandarin. I worked with all the Spanish speaking clients as a paralegal at a law firm and lived in Nanjing China while I studied at Nanjing University. I'm also TEFL certified.
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics

Caroline: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...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 learning styles and cater my teaching methods to meet student needs. Apart from being flexible, I am also very accessible for additional questions or help that is needed. In my spare time, I enjoy baking, exploring my city...
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University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology

Gabrielle: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...speaking, I have had the chance to help students make remarkable advancements in both confidence and competency levels. I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, Mandarin, and 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...
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Arizona State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Language & Global Studies

David: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...vocabulary and grammar and then practicing until you're comfortable. After that, we'll look at and discuss a short passage and a recording. We'll end each session with a quiz to make sure you're comfortable with the material and then have an open-ended discussion in the target language. For supplemental material, I'll send you music, movies, and fun videos to look at outside of class. Above all, I try to make sure that every session is...
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CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor of Science, Economics
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Chinese Studies

Mengyi : Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...including languages (I have native fluency in Chinese and French - and have also tutored beginner to intermediate Spanish, Arabic and Russian), math (through calculus), intro micro- and macroeconomics, Statistics, and test prep (ACT, SAT, GRE, APs, and select IB subjects). I also have experience tutoring graduate students with ESL. I love getting to know my students and understanding how they study best. I tailor my teaching style and methods to each individual, and sometimes...
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Princeton - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Sunny: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
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

Miaowen: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...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 of fun memory activities. I am a very easygoing person, and I believe all my students agreed with that. I like biking, hiking, and listening to music during my pass time. My dream is to become a writer.
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Fu Jen Catholic University - Bachelor in Arts, History
OHIO University - Master of Fine Arts, Art History

May: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...learning method and thinking process, rather than just the answer. I am good at guiding students and letting them come up with the answer by themselves. In college, I am a TA for a Calculus 1 class, helping students understand difficult concepts and prepare for tests. Last summer, I traveled back to China and tutored math for standardized testing such as the SAT Subject Math and AP Calculus. Helping struggling students achieve high scores in...
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Bryn Mawr College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science & Biology

Allison: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...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, extracurriculars, academic advice, and other decisions important to your college admissions. COMMON APP ADVICE: Learn how to write unique, memorable, and powerful college application essays and get step-by-step guidance in completing your college application forms. TUTORING: Computer science and Mandarin...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science

Yimeng: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
Since earning my undergraduate degrees in Biochemistry and Russian Language & 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...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Isabel: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I am currently studying Economics and East Asian Studies at Columbia University. Outgoing by nature, I have a teaching method that is very interactive. During a tutoring session, my students should expect a dialogue rather than a lecture. I have a background tutoring Math and Mandarin Chinese to students ranging from Elementary School to College.
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Barnard College - Current Undergrad, Economics, East Asian Studies

Tina: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
I'm a recent Columbia grad majoring in economics and film who's passionate about bringing the exciting classroom experience to the online learning format. I love economics and 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...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

June: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...led me through numerous subject areas. I constantly seek to apply my classroom learning in practical situations. For example, I have conducted research on dementia using electrophysiology in a mollusk model. I participate in hackathons and robotics challenges that test not only my programming ability but also my hardware skills as a tinkerer. My engineering pursuits require a strong foundation in mathematics, my interest in the life sciences calls for a myriad of memorization techniques,...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Electrical Engineering

Ziyue: Indianapolis Mandarin Chinese tutor
Certified Mandarin Chinese Tutor in Indianapolis, IN
...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. I value my culture a lot, and even until today, I still maintain the habit of reading at least one book in Chinese every 2 weeks. I love personalized tutoring, so I have a very efficient system of...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore College - Current Undergrad, Biology and Art
Private In-Home and Online Mandarin Chinese Tutoring
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Chinese consists of sounds, words, and symbols unlike any you will find in English. Your student may be learning the language in school and need to understand the basics. But learning Chinese can be beneficial in a variety of business settings, especially if your company works with colleagues and partners overseas. If you're planning to travel to China and would like some background that would enable you to communicate with the locals, working with a qualified instructor can help you develop a working skills.
No matter what your goals are, Indianapolis Chinese tutors can guide or supplement your or your student's academic studies. Tutoring allows you and your mentor to work together in a one-on-one setting. Your instructor is completely focused on your needs. Rather than follow a rigid lesson plan to accommodate an entire class, they can create a customized study plan with your needs in mind, working at your own pace. Ask questions whenever you feel the need to and your educator can spend more time discussing the more challenging topics. The concepts you already understand can be covered in less time to make your learning process more effective and efficient.
Your Indianapolis Chinese tutor can apply various aspects of their expertise during study sessions. Mandarin Chinese has four different tones that affect the meaning of words. Learning to apply these requires a great deal of practice, which your instructor can help you with. They can assist you in studying Chinese grammar, which does not consist of verb inflections, articles, or plural forms of nouns that are found in many other languages. Chinese nouns, whether singular or plural, are presented in the same form. Your instructor can also help you learn the most common characters (since learning all 50,000 characters is next to impossible, and likely unnecessary).
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Learning any language requires extensive practice. You can only become fluent if you interact with someone who speaks the language well. Quality practice time is something Indianapolis Chinese tutoring can provide, oftentimes in the form of simulated immersion. It provides the opportunity to improve pronunciation and overall communication; intensive interactions with your instructor can help you feel more confident as well. Talking with other Chinese speakers can come more naturally as you learn.
How do I make the time to meet with Indianapolis Chinese tutors?
A flexible means to learn is something many students can benefit from. We take your schedule into account when finding an educator with the skills and availability to accommodate your needs. This ensures they're available when you have time to schedule tutoring, and that you can pursue your Chinese language potential.
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Another format you can consider is Varsity Tutors' online Chinese language courses. By collaborating with your peers in a virtual classroom, led by an experienced instructor, you can focus on practicing and building fluency in the company of others. If this seems like it may be hard to schedule, consider there are multiple course sections offered concurrently. You can enroll in a course that fits into your calendar.
How can I get started with an Indianapolis Chinese tutor near me?
Getting started may be easier than you think. We know learning a foreign language takes time and practice and that many students have full schedules. Whether your student has academic requirements to meet or you are balancing education, work, and family life, we can find qualified Indianapolis Chinese tutors who can focus on your growth and meet whenever you have time. Our primary goal is to find an instructor who can accommodate your scheduling requirements.
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