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Careen T.
Experienced IGCSE and IB Mandarin tutor with 8 years of experiences
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About me
Hello, I'm Careen, and I'm delighted to connect with you. My journey in education has been marked by a deep passion for teaching Mandarin. Formerly the Head of Mandarin at an IGCSE school, I had the privilege of guiding students from Year 3 to Year 11. Today, I'm excited to take on a new challenge as an online Mandarin teacher, where my focus is on creating dynamic, multimedia-rich lessons that engage and inspire.
Teaching Mandarin isn't just my profession; it's my passion. I believe in creating a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment where students can thrive. Mandarin learning isn't about fear or pressure; it's about exploration and growth. My teaching style can be described as hybrid, combining the best of traditional methods with the latest interactive tools.
My core philosophy is simple: "It's okay to make mistakes." Learning Mandarin is an exciting journey, and I encourage my students to embrace every step, no matter how small. I firmly believe that language learning is not just about vocabulary and grammar; it's a gateway to culture. As we delve into the Mandarin language, I also love to share stories and experiences that reflect the richness of Chinese culture.
When you join my class, you're in for an engaging and structured learning experience. I begin each lesson by sharing clear learning objectives with my students. The lessons are thoughtfully structured to keep you engaged and excited. From language games to conversation practices, I've designed a curriculum that ensures each moment is both informative and fun.
I encourage active participation and questions because I know that's how true learning happens. Mandarin isn't just a language; it's an adventure. Together, we'll explore its beauty and intricacies. So, if you're ready to embark on this journey with me, I can't wait to be your guide.
Book a trial lesson with me, and let's make Mandarin learning an enriching and enjoyable experience. Your adventure starts here, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
I speak
Chinese (Mandarin)
NativeEnglish
Upper-Intermediate B2Malay
Intermediate B1What my students say
Inkyung
July 5, 2024
Careen helped me learn everything about IB chinese while making learning fun with games.Tooka
April 15, 2024
Great Tutor, very knowledgeable with great teaching skillsTeresa
October 16, 2023
Miss Careen helped me go from a low B (moc grade) to a very high A from February to May for my IGCSE exams. She was able to cater to what I needed (mainly speaking practice) and she would make the sessions enjoyable and helped me gain confidence in my speaking - when sitting my exam I felt confident in my answers and what we had done in our sessions proved extremely useful in the exams - she not only taught me new words but how to structure my answers to gain as many marks as I can.Karissa
September 8, 2023
Ms. Careen is a very fun and engaging tutor who can cater to all types of learning needs such as increasing Chinese proficiency or preparing for exams, which is what I am doing. She is well-versed in the IB program and I feel as though my Chinese knowledge has grown a lot in just the couple of months I have been learning so far.Gavin
September 8, 2023
Some of the best fun I've had learning. From fun games to funny jokes, Ms. Careen makes learning a new language enjoyable.Joy
September 2, 2023
I believe Careen is a very good tutor, who has helped my speaking skills immensely.
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Resume
2021 — 2023
University of the People
Master of Education in Advanced Teaching
Diploma verified
2009 — 2013
Sultan Idris Education University, Perak, Malaysia
Bachelor of Chinese Language with Education
Diploma verified
My specialties
I am teaching IGCSE Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language and Chinese as a Second Language past 6 years. I am experienced to teach students from Year 3 to Year 11.(Level from Beginner to Advanced). Currently, I am teaching IB syllabus for Chinese B in an international school. Especially I did a lot role play practice and interactive online games with my students. I adapt my teaching style in order to cater for everyone and make the material as interesting as possible. I like to use colorful PowerPoint slides and even videos where possible to demonstrate my learning points. I believe this is something which increases student interest significantly, and from my experience, leads to a better learning experience overall.
I am teaching IGCSE Mandarin Chinese as a Foreign Language and Chinese as a Second Language past 6 years. I am experienced to teach students from Year 3 to Year 11.(Level from Beginner to Advanced). Currently, I am teaching IB syllabus for Chinese B in an international school. Especially I did a lot role play practice and interactive online games with my students. I adapt my teaching style in order to cater for everyone and make the material as interesting as possible. I like to use colorful PowerPoint slides and even videos where possible to demonstrate my learning points. I believe this is something which increases student interest significantly, and from my experience, leads to a better learning experience overall.
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