Sebastian台師大博士生
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Sebastian台師大博士生
Professional Teacher
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
German
French
Czech
Dutch
Polish
Certified and Experienced Chinese Teacher with over 10 Years of Experience for Children and Adults.
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
German
French
Czech
Dutch
Polish
Certified and Experienced Chinese Teacher with over 10 Years of Experience for Children and Adults.
From Taiwan, ChinaLiving in Berlin, Germany (00:35 UTC+02:00)
About Me
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⭐️ PhD. in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language.
✨ M.A. in Applied Linguistics & TESOL.
⭐️ B.A. in Primary Education, English Literature, German and minor in French.
✨ I’ve worked as an interpreter and a language teacher.
⭐️ I did an exchange semester in University Leipzig in Germany.
✨ I've travelled more than 34 countries.
⭐️ More than 10 years Chinese teaching experience (Taiwan and overseas).
✨ Experience in teaching all levels.
⭐️ Beginners from zero, intermediate and advanced.
✨ (Students from kindergartens to university professors)
⭐️ Very patient ,relaxed and open-minded person.Me as a Teacher
⭐️ I'm extremely patient, easygoing and witty.
✨ I've worked as a Chinese teacher, English teacher and interpreter in Taiwan for many years.
⭐️ I've worked with children, teenagers and adults in Taiwan, online and overseas.My lessons & teaching style
⭐️ In the lesson, students would do most of the talking because I believe that communication is the key to success in learning a new language.
✨ We can discussed various topics in Chinese.
⭐️ I've helped students translated their songs into Chinese, passed the TOCFL exam and so on.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Audio files
- Image files
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Emerging Trends & Technologies in the Virtual K-12 Classroom - University of California, Irvine. (Coursera) - 2013
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Advanced Instructional Strategies in the Virtual Classroom - University of California, Irvine. (Coursera) - 2014
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Teacher Training Program for Teaching Chinese in Germany - National Taiwan Normal University - 2016I have completed the Teacher Training Program in Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language for German Speaking Students at National Taiwan Normal University.
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MTC Online Chinese Teacher Training Program - National Taiwan Normal University 國立臺灣師範大學 - 2020
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TCSOL/TCFL Certificate - National Kaohsiung Normal University - 2011I have successfully completed a Teacher Training Program in Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language.
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Immigrant Assistance and Guidance Interpreter Training - National Immigration Agency - 2013I have completed the training in "Immigrant Assistance and Guidance English-Chinese Interpreter Training",a.k.a., English-Chinese Court Interpreter Program.
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Teacher Training Program for Teaching Chinese in France - National Sun Yat-sen University - 2016I have completed the Teacher Training Program in Chinese as a Second/Foreign Language for French Speaking Students at National Sun Yat-sen University.
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Education
2006 - 2010
Bachelor’s - Foreign Languages and Literature
2011 - 2015
Master's - Applied Linguistics & TESOL
Work Experience
2013 - 2014
English language teacherTeaching English to primary students from grade 1 to grade 6.
2013 - 2013
Chinese Language TeacherI was working as a Chinese language teacher to high school students in Thailand.
2012 - 2012
English-Chinese InterpreterI was working as an English-Chinese interpreter for University of San Diego for AIEF Education Fair. I was responsible for interpreting and translating for fair attendees and an ambassador at a school booth at AIEF.
2014 - 2014
InterpreterI worked as an interpreter & life counsellor during the 7-day activities for 2014 Nanliao Caizhai Restoration International Volunteer. The participants were foreigners from 16 countries including South Africa, Nicaragua, USA, Japan, HongKong, China, Japan, India, Saint Vincent etc.
2015 - 2015
English-Chinese InterpreterI was working as an English-Chinese interpreter for University of Reading for Study World Education Fair. I was responsible for interpreting and translating for fair attendees and an ambassador at a school booth at UKEAS.
2016 - 2016
English-Chinese InterpreterI was working as an English-Chinese interpreter for Box Hill Institute for IDP Education Fair. I was responsible for interpreting and translating for fair attendees and an ambassador at a school booth at IDP.
5.0
Rating
136
Students
2,637
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons
Trial Lesson
70 lessons completed
USD 19.90+
HSK 1- HSK 6 (Mandarin-Chinese) (A1-B2 Level)
A1 - B2General105 lessons completed
USD 31.90
Package with 10% off
Chinese Classes For Teenagers and Children 兒少華語課
A1 - C1Kids856 lessons completed
USD 23.90+
Package with 5% off
Elementary/Low-Intermediate Chinese Course 初級中文課 (A1-A2 Level)
A1 - A2General520 lessons completed
USD 31.90
Package with 10% off
Intermediate to advanced Chinese Course 中級到高級中文課 (B1-C1 Level)
B1 - C1General499 lessons completed
USD 31.90
Package with 10% off
For Old Clients Only (Children) 兒少舊生方案 (Had a Lesson before August 5th, 2020. )
A1 - C2Kids308 lessons completed
USD 18.90+
Package with 10% off
For Old Clients Only 成人舊生方案(Had a Lesson before August 5th, 2020. )
A1 - C1General279 lessons completed
USD 26.90
Package with 10% off
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434 Reviews
Sebastian Essink
95 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sebastian helps me make steady progress with our weekly Mandarin lessons! During my second trip to Taiwan last month, I noticed significant improvements in my reading, listening and speaking abilities. Over time, our lessons have become much more variable, conversational and interesting.
Nov 2, 2022
Aileen Huang
177 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sebastian is always prepared and punctual for each lesson. My 9 year old son's Mandarin has improved so much under his guidance. Wonderful teacher. Highly recommended.
Aug 28, 2021
Susan
293 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Sebastian so carefully corrects the short essays I write for homework! Thank you!
Oct 25, 2020
Jeffrey Hermsen
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Sebastian and I had a good first lesson. I look forward to continuing Chinese classes with him.
Feb 28, 2024
michael place
256 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Great experience with Sebastian as a teacher, I highly recommend him.
Aug 27, 2023
john hering
6 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
he is a great teacher. very fun.
Jul 30, 2023
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