Information About Huiwen - Leeds teacher - (31 reviews)
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Huiwen offers a FREE first / introductory lesson!
Mandarin |
Price Guide |
Beginner | £30.00 |
Intermediate | £35.00 |
Advanced | £40.00 |
Expert | £45.00 |
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Personal Description:
My name is Hui-wen, and I am a native and highly qualified Mandarin teacher based in the United Kingdom. With extensive experience in teaching Chinese as a second language, I am well-versed in all aspects of the GCSE Chinese, iGCSE Chinese, and A-Level Chinese curricula across major exam boards, including Edexcel Pearson, AQA, and Cambridge. I also serve as an examiner for these boards, conducting GCSE and A-Level Chinese speaking and writing assessments.
I hold a PGCE from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) and have obtained Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in the UK. Additionally, I graduated from the prestigious Institute of Teaching Chinese as a Second Language at National Taiwan Normal University (NTNU), where I honed my expertise in language education. With over 20 years of experience teaching Mandarin to foreign learners at university language centers in Taiwan, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical teaching skills to my students.
As a qualified language teacher with a strong background in both Chinese and English instruction, I am passionate about helping students achieve their language learning goals. Whether it’s preparing for exams, improving conversational skills, or mastering Chinese characters, I tailor my teaching approach to meet the unique needs of each learner.
Teaching Experience:
Chinese teacher at grammar school in Leeds July 2019-
MMU PGCE Sep 2018-July 2019
University of Hull, Feb 2018-July 2018
University of Bradford, Sep 2017-Feb 2018
Chinese Teacher in Leeds Chinese Community School, Leeds, Sep 2016-
English teacher in -Xing Junior High School, Taiwan. 2003- 2015
Chinese teacher in Chung Yuan Christian University, Taiwan. Mar 2007
Chinese teacher in Mandarin Teaching Center in National Taiwan Normal University, Dec 2006
Teaching Approach:
I specialize in leading and practicing the four key skills required for GCSE and A-Level Chinese—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—while sharing essential exam tips to help students achieve top grades. My goal is to equip learners with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence needed to excel in their exams.
I offer comprehensive teaching programs for Chinese as a second language, employing both bottom-up and top-down approaches. My expertise spans from designing effective Chinese teaching materials to mastering classroom teaching techniques. I integrate language instruction with cultural education, ensuring students gain a well-rounded understanding of Mandarin. Whether it’s teaching everyday conversational Chinese or preparing students to pass the HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi—Chinese Proficiency Test), I tailor my programs to meet diverse learning needs.
With a solid foundation in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (TCSL), I have trained numerous students who now teach Chinese in universities and colleges worldwide. Holding a Master’s Degree in TCSL, I bring high-quality Mandarin instruction to my students, offering a systematic and strategic approach to learning Chinese. My teaching methods are designed to foster both linguistic proficiency and cultural appreciation, empowering students to succeed in their language journeys.
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)
Qualifications:
- MMU (2019) - Mandarin (PGCE) (✘ Not On File)
- National Taiwan Normal University (2009) - Teaching Chinese as Second Language (Masters) (✘ Not On File)
Huiwen's Feedback
Total Amount Of Feedback: | 31 |
Total Positive Feedback: |
Thank you for the feedback. It is a pleasure to teach you Chinese. I also learn a lot from your language and background.
Vivian
My son likes her so much!
Chunyan Wang
Highly recommend!
I highly recommend her as a tutor!
谢谢
Huiwen takes the time to look into what the girls know and in this way she comes up with great ways to keep the girls engaged and interested for the full lesson!
I cannot thank her enough for helping me keep their interest in Mandarin strong!
I would absolutely recommend Huiwen as a tutor to anyone looking for one!
Thank you for the feedback. It is my pleasure to teach your bright girl. Through Alexia, I confirm that Chinese is a language that it is accessible for children without Chinese background if with parents support.
Thank you for your feedback. It is my pleasure to teach you and I do enjoy our Q&A time. You are also my teacher who leads me to reflect Chinese’s culture and perspectives.
Would recommend her highly
Thank you for the feedback. You are a very bright student. It’s my pleasures to teach you.
Thank you for your feedback. It is also my pleasure to teach you. Let’s work together to reach HSK 3 then 4 and 5.
I would whole-heartedly recommend Ms to anyone looking to take up Mandarin.
Adaptive to my learning needs
Very friendly
She's an amazing Chinese teacher. Learning Mandarin with her is genuinely fun. She's so engaging and always finds ways to bring Chinese culture into the lessons, which makes everything so much more interesting and easier to remember.
But what really makes Vivian stand out is how much she cares about her students. She actually took the time to learn about my background and culture, and then started incorporating it into the lessons! It made me feel so seen and valued, and it really enhanced my learning experience.
I would recommend Vivian to anyone who wants to have fun while learning Mandarin.
Thank you Vivian