Mandarin for U
Mandarin for U

Mandarin for U

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Offers remote services
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$65/hour
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Introduction: Hi! I am Crystal, a Mandarin Chinese instructor with experience working with diverse groups of people, from preschoolers to adult learners. To meet learners' specific needs, I design customized learning plans for each individual. With adults, I first discuss and set up achievable goals, whether that be focusing on conversational or professional skills. I also had experiences working with learners who are preparing for HSK and language tests relevant to AAPPL. In addition, I have designed a series of lessons for standard exams, such as AP and SAT Chinese. Receiving bachelor's degree in teaching Chinese as the second language from National Taiwan Normal University, I have acquired plenty of professional training. In addition, I also participated in a training program for language educators at George Mason University. I am also certified by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan to teaching Chinese as the second language. As designing a lesson for younger learners, I follow ACTFL (American Committee of Teaching Foreign Language) standards which are also adopted by most of the immersion schools. As for adult learners, I can customize lessons for you to meet your long-term and short-term goals. Look forward to hearing from you.
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Hired 60 times

Serves San Francisco, CA

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19 years in business

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Joann T.
1 month ago
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I started working with Crystal in preparation for a family trip to Taiwan. I had attended Chinese school when I was young but my Mandarin skills were quite rusty. Despite the short time frame to prepare, Crystal did a great job focusing on the most important topics to cover. I really enjoy her teaching style and she shared a variety of resources with me each lesson. She does a great job of reinforcing skills and correcting mistakes but is also very encouraging and easy to talk to. During my trip I felt so much more confident making conversation/understanding what was going on than I would have without my lessons. Thank you Crystal!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 45 minutes • I travel to the mandarin tutor • The mandarin tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Katherine B.
Nov 18, 2022
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I’ve been working with Crystal since February and I cannot say anything but great things! She is one of the best tutors I’ve ever had. I’m very new to learning Mandarin and she took the time to understand my learning style so that it would resonate with me. Every class, she teaches me not only the language but about the Chinese culture as well. I’m looking forward to continue working with her! Xiexie ni Crystal!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • I travel to the mandarin tutor • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Arjun M.
Oct 18, 2021
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I’ve had an Excellent experience learning Mandarin! My mandarin gets better every week and I feel engaged to continue learning the language. Crystal even takes the time to better understand my day to day and family so she can weave that into our lessons. I would highly recommend Crystal!!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 45 minutes • The mandarin tutor travels to me

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Fiona C.
Jul 31, 2021
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Mandarin for U is an amazing teacher! She responds very fast and makes excellent lesson plans. I’d recommend her to other friends and family looking to learn Mandarin.

Details: 18 - 25 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • No experience • Beginner • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • I travel to the mandarin tutor • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Hong Liang M.
2 weeks ago
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Crystal is a very approachable teacher! Her attitude is very gentle and polite, and she also knows her professional field very well! I highly recommend her to anyone who needs a good and reliable professional mentor!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Advanced • I'm flexible • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • I travel to the mandarin tutor

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