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Huiwen

Private Mandarin and Chinese Tutor in Leeds

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 Dong-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

Tutoring 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.

Qualifications

Qualified Teacher Status-QTS

QTS · Department of Education · 2021

PGCE

PGCE · Manchester Metropolitan Univeristy · 2019

Teaching Chinese as Second Language

Masters · National Taiwan Noraml University · 2009

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MauriceFirst Tutors

I am really enjoying my in-person Mandarin lessons! We are progressing at a good pace, thanks to the engaging and varied lesson styles. Definitely recommend to anyone considering learning Mandarin :)

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Thank you so much for your kind feedback! I’m really glad to hear you’re enjoying the in-person Mandarin lessons and finding the pace and variety of the sessions helpful. It’s great to see your progress — keep up the excellent work!

TaraFirst Tutors

Vivian Lao Shi is wonderful - very patient and thorough as she prepares my son for his Chinese GCSE. She’s always responsive to messages, punctual, very organised and most of all a really caring tutor.

Tutor response

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a lot to me. Your son is a pleasure to teach, and I'm so glad I can support him on his journey to the Chinese GCSE. Knowing that my efforts are appreciated makes teaching even more rewarding.

SoniaFirst Tutors

Huiwen has made the Mandarin lessons enjoyable for my son, which has nurtured his enjoyment of this amazing language! She is taking an approach of solidifying his foundations and building on this to help him succeed on the mandarin excellence programme.

Tutor response

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! I'm truly delighted to hear that your son is enjoying the Mandarin lessons and that his interest in the language is growing. It's wonderful to know that the approach of strengthening his foundations and building on them is helping him make progress on the Mandarin Excellence Programme. Please be assured that I will continue to support him in every way I can. Thank you again for your trust and encouragement!

JoanFirst Tutors

Huiwen is an excellent tutor. My daughter studies Mandarin at University level. She has learning disabilities so we thought getting a tutor for her would help. She finds the sessions very helpful and we both agree that Huiwen is a lovely person, which makes the sessions even better. I would highly recommend her services.

Tutor response

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful recommendation. It’s been a real pleasure working with your daughter, and I’m so glad to hear that she finds the sessions helpful. I truly admire her dedication to studying Mandarin at university level, and I’m grateful for the trust you’ve both placed in me. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience — it means a lot.

NotGivingPersonalFirst Tutors

Huiwen has a warm and professional attitude. She can can comfortably adapt in-lesson to the pace of her student. Content is broached very appropriately to the student's level. No rush or lag is felt during lessons. Amenable to impromptu questions, with clear and tailored answers.

Tutor response

Thank you very much for the kind feedback. I’m glad to hear that the lessons feel well-paced and supportive, and that the explanations are clear and helpful. It’s always my goal to adapt to each student’s needs and create a comfortable learning environment. I truly appreciate your encouragement.

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