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Learn Chinese from qualified teacher with 11 years of experience

From 57 £ /h

As a language teacher I want to teach you practical and functional Mandarin. As a culture teacher, I want to give you a nuanced understanding of China. Besides being a teacher, I am also your coach and guide you through the joyful and challenging moments of your journey of learning Chinese language and culture.

I have 11 years of experience teaching Chinese, at Dutch secondary schools, HBO and also private lessons to adults, usually for business purposes who have daily contact with Chinese companies and customers. Some of them start from 0, some have lived and worked in China for several years, and also students who have studied China would like to improve their Chinese language skills to native speaker level. I really enjoy teaching students with different backgrounds and experiences.

When Princess Amalia, Princess of Orange, heir to the throne of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, chose to study Chinese during her secondary school, the Dutch television program RTL Boulevard interviewed me. I am also, together with my students at the Dutch secondary school, on TV of SBS 6 program 'Holland van Boven'. There are also several other interviews on local news in the Netherlands.

My private student describes me as: “Jessica is a wonderful teacher and I am very happy to have met her. She is fun to learn with, but also has a very clear vision of where we need to go and can follow exactly the mapped out path.”
My student comments on my lessons as follows: “The teacher is very active and does a lot of preparation for the lessons. The interaction is very good, talking a lot about all kinds of different topics helps to improve my Chinese.”

The Chinese language is always considered a very difficult language. Actually, it's not quite right. There are very practical and easy aspects of the Chinese language.

Do you also want to learn Chinese in a practical and fun way? Please don't hesitate to contact me! You will enjoy your learning journey!

Extra information

Stay calm and learn Chinese!

Location

Online from Netherlands

About Me

~ Teach you practical and functional Mandarin
~ Native speaker with professional Master education about Teaching Chinese as a Second Language and with 8 years of practical experiences
~ Receive 100% positive feedback from students
~ Be seen in various TV programs and local news related to "Chinese Language"
~ Students comments: "She is fun to learn with, but also has a very clear vision on where we should be heading and is able to exactly follow the path that was mapped out.” “The teacher is very active and does a lot of preparations for the classes. The interaction is very good, talking a lot about all kinds of different topics helps improve my Chinese.”

Education

Leiden University: Bachelor: China Studies
Leiden University: Master: Asian studies
Leiden University: 2de Master (ICLON): Teaching Chinese as a Second Language

Experience / Qualifications

I have 11 years of experience in teaching Chinese. I teach in Dutch middle schools and also private lessons for adults, mostly for business purposes who have daily contact with Chinese companies and customers. Some of them are starting from 0, some of them have lived and worked in China for several years, and also students who majored in China studies, however, would like to improve their Chinese proficiency to native speaker level. I really enjoy teaching students with various backgrounds and experiences.

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

60 minutes

90 minutes

120 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Chinese

Dutch

Skills

Chinese

Chinese for adults

Mandarin chinese

Reviews

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

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First degree certified teacher with 11 years of teaching experience to empower your Chinese learning journey

57 £ /h

As a language teacher, I aim to teach you practical and functional Mandarin. As a culture teacher, I aim to give you a nuanced understanding of China. Besides being a teacher, I am also your coach, guiding you through the joyful and challenging moments of your journey of learning Chinese Language and Culture.

I have taught Chinese for 11 years, in Dutch middle schools. I am also teaching private lessons for adults, mostly for business purposes who have daily contact with Chinese companies and customers. Some of them are starting from 0, some of them have lived and worked in China for several years, and also students who majored in China studies, however, would like to improve their Chinese proficiency to native speaker level. I really enjoy teaching students with various backgrounds and experiences.

When princess Amalia, Princess of Orange is the heir apparent to the throne of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, chose to study Chinese during her middle school, Dutch television program RTL Boulevard has interviewed me. Also, together with my students in Dutch middle school, we are on national TV SBS 6 for the program "Holland van Boven'. There are several other interviews on local news in The Netherlands.

My private student describes me as: “Jessica is a great teacher and I am utterly happy to have met her. She is fun to learn with, but also has a very clear vision on where we should be heading and is able to exactly follow the path that was mapped out.”
My student comments on my lessons as: “The teacher is very active, and does a lot of preparations for the classes. The interaction is very good, talking a lot about all kinds of different topics helps improve my Chinese.”

The Chinese language is always considered to be a very difficult language. Actually, it is not fully correct. There are very practical and easy aspects of the Chinese language.

Would you also want to learn Chinese in a practical and fun manner? Please don't hesitate to contact me! You will enjoy your learning journey!

Marina

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I am a full-time professional Chinese Mandarin teacher from the North of China where Mandarin comes from.
I have been teaching for about 10 years as a teacher and school owner. I have my own school and website for studying Chinese. Students' ages are from 3 to adults. They are from all over the world. You can study with me online /come to my office/ Go-home lessons. Classes can be one-to-one or group classes.

I have been helping numerous people learn to speak Chinese and do exam HSK. Children always have fun learning Mandarin with me. I teach Mandarin for business purposes, traveling, YCT (for Children and teenagers), BCT (business Chinese), Conversational practice, Advanced level Chinese classes, etc. Any levels are all welcome.
Classes type:
Daily Chinese
HSK class: Level 1--Level 6
HSKK class: HSK speaking test (Beginner to advanced)
Chinese grammar class
BCT / Startup Business in China: Business Chinese (Beginner to Advanced)
YCT class: Level 1--Level 6 for children to teenagers
Easy steps to Chinese: 3-12 years old children
There are some other classes that welcome you to message me.

I grew up and had educations in China. I moved to Europe for teaching Chinese in 2019 November.
I am fun, active, very patient, and responsible. I have never come late to all of my classes for more than 10 years.
For children's classes, I prepare songs, videos, cartoons, teaching and explaining at the same time, They learn really fast and never feel bored when they are excited with a fun teacher and materials. I believe that interest is the best teacher. So I try my best to prepare before classes and send materials after classes to students.

The classes can be taught in Chinese, English.

Helen

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• Born and raised in Beijing, China, I speak Mandarin Chinese, which is standard Chinese.
• Graduated from Capital Normal University in Beijing (teachers' university), where I graduated in educational sciences.
• Living in the Netherlands since 2012. She has been a teacher for many years in both China and the Netherlands.
• I can teach in both English and Dutch.
• My students are of all ages and education levels and come from all walks of life.
• I teach both individually and at group level, both physical lessons and online lessons.

• Carefully prepare each lesson to make it as interesting and efficient as possible.
• I specialize in tailor-made personal language training. Using different teaching methods and textbooks for students with different backgrounds, levels and goals. Sometimes I also create new tailor-made teaching materials for students.
• Integrate Chinese culture into lessons.
• When desired: give homework, check it and discuss it.

Zhou

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*The following text is written in English and automated translated into Dutch by the platform.

[Information for the lessons]

The lesson is given in Dutch, English or even Chinese for the advanced passionates.

This is the basic version of my Chinese lessons which is suited for motivated learners who are committed to spending 2-4 high quality hours per week for self study outside of the class. See my profile for the advanced version where I offer even more additional materials and more extra feedback for a more immersive learning experience. The advanced version is suited for people who want to progress faster with guidance.

The general structure lesson revolves around review from previous sessions, assigned exercises and the new chapter of textbook. After the lesson you will receive exercises and extra audiovisual materials for the theme covered during lesson through Google Classroom. It is encouraged to leave questions about the language on Google classroom as well.

[Information regarding platform usage]
It is possible to charge up credits for 1,5 or 10 lessons per time. One can pick an eve (or early morning until 8 o'clock) from a specific weekday for meetings to take place. That means if we cannot meet on a certain day picked e.g.Thursday then the only possibility is next Thursday. It is required to book the lessons for the next whole month in advance after the first lesson. One can cancel for free until 3 days ahead of time otherwise there is a cancellation fee of half the lesson.

[A Letter from me]

Hi,
你好!
I am Zhou and have helped people from age 3 to more than 80 with all levels of Chinese.
I have developed my unique curriculums and teaching methods for Chinese language lovers ranging from absolute beginners to highly advanced with more than 7 years of teaching experience here in Amsterdam. Unlike most institutions, I work no only with standard textbooks but also with thoughtfully curated contemporary Chinese content and Many More Surprises Along the Way. ;-)
Chinese is easy and one can learn it WAY FASTER with the right guidance and method. From pronunciation to conversation making, from listening ability to in-depth cultural understanding, you name it. Life is precious and I look forward to spending it unlocking the rewards of learning a new language with you!

See you soon,
Zhou

[About me]
I am 29 and hold a research master degree in Media Studies from the University of Amsterdam and I am specialized in critical analysis, cultural sociology and environmental philosophy. Previously i have worked in artistic projects funded by dutch goverment and other regional funds and presented my artistic research at various conferences.

Christina

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Chinese native speaker personal tutor in Delémont, Switzerland. I offer online and face-to-face classes to students of all levels.

Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your language skills, my courses are tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. I have experience teaching both Chinese and English, and I use a variety of engaging teaching methods to ensure that you progress quickly and effectively.

In Taiwan, I taught Chinese to foreigners; i have been working in international business field for over 20 years and have been exposed to cultures from over 50 different countries. Everyone is always full of freshness and curiosity for Chinese ...
Now I will share with you the pleasure and the harvest of learning Chinese.

If you prefer the convenience of online classes, I offer flexible scheduling and a user-friendly virtual classroom that makes learning from home easy and enjoyable. If you prefer in-person lessons, I am happy to travel to your home or office within Delémont.

Mehdi

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Mandarin has recently become one of the most popular languages for recruiters in all fields. China's economic rise continues and more and more students, entrepreneurs, businessmen (women) are choosing to learn Mandarin.

-Introduction to the Chinese language
- preparation for the HSK exam (all levels)
-business Chinese...

Experienced graduate professor in Chinese literature at Beijing International Studies University

Let's discuss your goals, choose your program and .. let's go!

Tina

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About Me:

Hi, I am Tina from Beijing China. I'm a native mandarin speaker. I can also speak English and French. I have more than five years experience in teaching Chinese as a foreign language. I hope to help you improve your Chinese through Apprentus platform and better understand Chinese culture.:)

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💯My lessons & teaching style

🏅(1)Learn Mandarin Systematically(Use textbook)

This course is for students who want to learn Mandarin systematically. In view of the basic and important role of Pinyin in Mandarin, the general knowledge of Pinyin will be taught in the first period, including the pronunciation of initials, finals, different tones, and the most common rules(If you have already know Pinyin, we could jump to the next step). Then you move to the next period, and the HSK textbooks 1 to 3 are recommended as the learning material. You will learn the most common-used words, phrases, sentence patterns, characters, and some interesting knowledge of Chinese culture. Besides, considering Chinese is a tone language, the pronunciation practice is provided throughout the whole learning process. After this period’s learning, you will master about 900 characters and over 1500 words, and your Chinese level will reach to B1, which means that you possess the basic communicative skills to live and travel in China.

🏅(2)Spoken Chinese Course(Use textbook)

This course is for the people who could speak some Chinese and hope to enlarge their Chinese vocabulary or improve their speaking. It is designed to meet the requirements for daily social communication, and focuses on the training of listening and speaking skills.

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Book a trial lesson with me and let’s talk about your goals and ambitions. In this lesson, I'll assess your level and get a better understanding of your needs. You'll also find out about me and my teaching style.

I'm looking forward to meeting you!

Gwendolyn

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With over 15 years of experience teaching this magnificent language, I am here to offer you a unique and engaging learning experience.
My teaching method is based on three key principles:
I +I+A = Immersion+ Interaction + Fun!!

First, immersion. Immerse yourself in Chinese language and culture from day one! Through practical exercises, stimulating conversations and exciting cultural activities, you will quickly be immersed in an authentic Chinese environment.

Second, interaction. Classes are not just passive listening sessions. On the contrary, I favor constant interaction between the students and myself, as well as between the students themselves. Role plays, debates, language challenges - everything is designed to encourage you to actively participate and develop your language skills in a dynamic way.

Finally, fun! Learning Chinese doesn't have to be boring or monotonous. With me, each class is an adventure full of surprises and discoveries. Games, fun activities, songs and even humorous anecdotes are there to make your learning as fun as it is productive.

Whether you're an absolute beginner or want to perfect your skills, my classes are suitable for all levels and ages.

I offer 5 types of courses:
1). Conversation lessons
Ready to speak Mandarin like a native? With my courses, you will be able to hold a fluid conversation in all everyday situations. From travel to cooking, leisure and culture, we'll explore a multitude of interesting topics while perfecting your Chinese phrasing and vocabulary. After each course, you will receive a personalized summary to consolidate your knowledge.

2).HSK Standard Course 1-6:
Ready to take on the challenge of HSK? Whether it's to get a place in the best schools, boost your CV or simply to take on a personal challenge, I'm here to support you every step of the way. With my proven method and personalized support, you will be ready to get a great grade on the HSK :)

3).School Support:
Do you feel a little lost in the twists and turns of school Mandarin? I understand the challenges you might face. Whether you are in middle school, high school or even university, together, we will work on your homework, improve your study method and strive for excellence so that good grades become the norm!

4). Chinese Classes for Children (each session 30 mins)
Give your child a fun and enriching learning experience with my Chinese lessons adapted for young people! As each child is unique, I create a tailor-made learning plan, full of games and engaging activities. Whether your child is a beginner or already has some basics, I am here to help them develop their language skills while having fun!

5). Business Chinese / Business Chinese
Ready to conquer the Chinese business world? With my courses, you will acquire the linguistic and cultural skills necessary to succeed in a Chinese professional environment. Whether you are a diplomat, an entrepreneur or a professional looking for new opportunities, I prepare you to excel in the Chinese business world.

Jiayi

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Learn practical Mandarin Chinese in a relaxed and personalized way.

I am a native Chinese speaker and a master's student at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). I offer Mandarin lessons for beginners and intermediate learners, including pronunciation, Pinyin, everyday conversation, vocabulary, and Chinese culture.

Lessons can be adapted to your goals, whether you want to learn Chinese for travel, daily communication, study, work, or simply out of interest. I can also help you practice speaking and improve your pronunciation through natural conversation.

Lessons are available in English or Chinese and can be offered in Eindhoven or online. Beginners are very welcome.

Xinyi

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Do you want to learn Chinese for travel, to work with China, to prepare for a professional project, or simply to communicate better in everyday life?

I offer Mandarin Chinese lessons fully adapted to your level, your objectives and your pace. We can work on conversation, pronunciation and tones, vocabulary, grammar, listening and reading comprehension, but also concrete situations: travel, daily life, professional exchanges or intercultural context.

I place great importance on oral expression and the real-world use of the language. For beginners, we build a solid foundation from the outset; for intermediate or advanced students, lessons can focus on fluency, vocabulary enrichment, and topics tailored to your interests or professional activity.

Each lesson is tailored to your needs: it's not simply a matter of following a manual page by page. We define your objectives together, and I then adapt the materials and activities to help you progress concretely and consistently.

As a native Chinese speaker with training in translation and natural language processing, I have been teaching for several years to students with very diverse profiles and objectives.

Shunchang

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Hi, I am offering friendly, relaxed Mandarin Chinese lessons alongside my studies. Whether you are a complete beginner or would like to improve your speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, or everyday conversation skills, I will adapt the lessons to your goals and pace.

I'm sorry that I can currently teach in English only—I am still working hard on my French! I hope our lessons can feel comfortable and enjoyable, and that we can become friends along the way. I am open-minded, inclusive, and very patient, so there is no pressure to be perfect: making mistakes is an important part of learning.

Let’s make learning Mandarin practical, encouraging, and fun

Ariel

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Learn practical, real-life Mandarin in a relaxed and supportive environment!

My lessons are personalised to your level, interests and goals. Whether you are a complete beginner, learning Mandarin for travel or work, or simply want to become more confident in conversation, I will adapt each lesson to suit you.

My classes can focus on:
• Everyday Mandarin conversation
• Speaking and pronunciation
• Listening and comprehension
• Useful vocabulary and expressions
• Mandarin for complete beginners
• Chinese language and culture

I use presentations, interactive activities and conversation practice to make lessons clear, practical and enjoyable. Rather than simply memorising vocabulary and grammar, I want to help you understand how Mandarin is actually used in real-life situations.

Lessons are available for children, teenagers and adults, from complete beginners to learners who want to improve their speaking skills.

As someone who started learning Mandarin at the age of 6 and speaks Mandarin, Korean and English, I also understand the challenges of learning another language and can explain things step by step in a simple and supportive way.

My goal is to help you feel comfortable speaking Mandarin and enjoy the learning process!

Qing

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Explore Chinese language and culture through fun, hands-on activities designed for children.

In this class, students will learn practical Chinese words and expressions while discovering Chinese festivals, food, art, traditions and everyday life.

Activities may include games, storytelling, crafts and other interactive cultural experiences. Lessons can be adapted to different Chinese language levels, from complete beginners to children who already speak Chinese at home.

I am a CTCSOL-certified Chinese teacher currently working with elementary students at an international school in Tokyo. I am also pursuing a Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language.

Farhan

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Learn Chinese with a Practical, Easy Approach 🇨🇳

Want to speak Chinese confidently in real-life situations? I can help you learn Mandarin Chinese from beginner to intermediate level through simple and practical lessons.

What you will learn:

- 🗣️ Daily conversation & speaking
- 🔤 Pinyin and correct pronunciation
- 📚 HSK vocabulary and grammar
- 💼 Business & workplace Chinese
- 🏭 Practical Chinese for factories and work environments
- ✍️ Reading and writing Chinese characters

My classes focus on speaking practice, useful vocabulary, and real-life communication rather than memorizing difficult rules.

Whether you are learning Chinese for work, business, travel, study, or daily communication, I will adapt the lessons to your goals.

Book the first class and let's start learning Chinese together!

Jiang

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I am a native Chinese speaker, awarded first place in city-level Chinese writing and speech competitions.I'm a student from WenZhou High School which is the best school in Zhejiang Province.I ranked 25th in Chinese in a school-wide exam for over 1,000 students. Fully bilingual in English and Chinese, I guide learners not only in vocabulary and grammar but also in the literary charm of Mandarin.
I design personalised lessons and help students prepare for HSK written and HSKK oral exams. Rather than relying only on rigid textbooks, I bring authentic literary examples to refine pronunciation, expression and writing, helping learners gain confident, natural Chinese proficiency.I,m sure you can make big progress by learning with right teacher!

Cindy

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I’m Cindy Wang, a native Chinese speaker currently living in the Netherlands. I am also a self-employed creative workshop organiser, offering creative workshops inspired by Chinese traditional cultureI .I now offer Mandarin Chinese lessons for learners of different ages and levels, from complete beginners to more advanced students.

The lessons are adapted to your individual needs and learning goals. Depending on your level and interests, we can focus on speaking and conversation, pronunciation and Pinyin, vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, or practical Chinese for everyday situations.

For example, we can practise:

• Everyday conversations
• Chinese for travelling and living in China
• Speaking with Chinese friends, partners or family
• Chinese pronunciation and Pinyin
• Reading and writing Chinese characters
• Vocabulary and grammar
• Practical situations such as shopping, ordering food and making appointments
• Chinese culture and everyday customs
• Preparation for specific learning goals or topics

If you are a complete beginner, we can start from the basics. If you already speak some Chinese, I can adapt the lessons to your current level and help you improve your communication skills.

I can teach in English or Chinese, and I aim to make lessons practical, relaxed and tailored to each student's interests and goals.