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Xiaoyu

I am a qualified secondary Mandarin teacher with QTS and PGCE in secondary Mandarin teaching in the UK school; Bachelor in Education (Honours). I am specialised in helping students to prepare for Mandarin GCSE, IGCSE, A level, International A level and HSK exams.
My pedagogical approach is based on the science of memory and how students learn.
For example: the use of scaffolding planning and questioning skills which aim for differentiation have been adapted into my teaching over time. In teaching Mandarin, I believe that building up confidence, creating a good learning habit and encouraging discoveries of learning is of crucial for Mandarin learning.
Therefore, building confidence and promoting clarity, accuracy and proficiency are important. I am keen to work with my students to help and stretch their knowledge so that they can reach their language targets in a timely manner.

Tutoring Experience

I have been teaching Mandarin from KS2 to the sixth form for more than fifteen years. Helping students enjoy and excel in Mandarin learning is what I am aiming for. I am specialised in helping students to prepare for Mandarin GCSE, IGCSE, A level, International A level and HSK exams. I am a dedicated and well resourced teacher with varied teaching strategies and flexibility.
I am able to teach Beginners of Mandarin
GCSE/IGCSE Mandarin
A level Mandarin
HSK exams

Tutoring Approach

The lessons are tailored for the students ' needs. The four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing are covered in each lesson. Weekly homework with a spelling test are essential. Students practise more spoken Mandarin with me during the lesson and are able to see their progress in a timed framework.

LanguagesChinese
AvailabilityWeekends, Weekdays (all times)
References Available On File

Qualifications

Waikato University of NZ2000BachelorsBachelor of Education in NZ
Waikato University of NZ2000BachelorsDiploma of Teaching
Manchester Metropolitan University2020PGCEPGCE IN MANDARIN
Manchester Metropolitan University 2020QTSIn Secondary Mandarin

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