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Clover TAO
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Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese
French
Specialties
Test PreparationExperienced teacher with Youtube videos and Podcasts along your learning journey
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese
French
Specialties
Test PreparationExperienced teacher with Youtube videos and Podcasts along your learning journey
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ChinaLiving in Shanghai, China (00:45 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jun 12, 2018InterestsFoodSports & FitnessHistoryFilms & TV SeriesTravel
Hi, my name is Clover Tao (You can call me Clover or Tao laoshi)! I'm a native Mandarin speaker and a professional Chinese teacher with a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics. I’m passionate about guiding dedicated learners to fluency and making the journey enjoyable. If you're looking for a Chinese tutor, I’d love to help you turn your language dreams into reality! Youtube: nihaochinesenet
☼Lessons I offer: conversation practice, travel Chinese, HSK test preparation, and advanced Chinese, customized lessons, etc.
▲Have taught and studied abroad for 3 years.
♤Perfect pronunciation in Mandarin with a band A in Mandarin test.
♥ I believe in the magic of practice — it truly makes perfect.Me as a Teacher
I am an open-minded, certified, and passionate teacher with more than 10 years of experience teaching in China and abroad. I worked at a private high school in Australia for a year, and I graduated from the University of Queensland.
My students come from all over the world and have varying levels of proficiency. My classes cover a wide range of topics, including daily conversation, travel, education, economics, global issues, and more. You can also explore Chinese idioms and literature with me.
When booking a lesson, please let me know your current Chinese level and what you would like to focus on. Thank you!My lessons & teaching style
My classes focus on improving students’ speaking skills, as most learners aim to communicate effectively in Chinese. I use Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) methods to guide our lessons.
Besides language learning, I love exploring a variety of topics with my students, from Chinese culture and world culture to literature, history, and beyond. If you're looking not only to enhance your Chinese proficiency but also to gain deeper insights into China—such as social etiquette, cultural norms, societal dynamics, and the differences between Chinese and Western cultures—then I would be a great fit for you!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
- Test templates and examples
Certificates
Work Experience on italki - Italki - 2024HSK and HSK test preparation have been the primary subjects I've taught since I started teaching on italki in 2018. Over the years, I’ve helped many students successfully pass various levels of the HSK exam. As a professional Chinese language teacher, I’m confident in my ability to guide students toward their goals.
Certificate verified
N2 Certificate of Japanese Language Proficiency - Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchange Services - 2014
Certificate verified
Qualification of Primary School English Teacher - Jinan Bureau of Education - 2014Must have professional knowledge of English and exquisite teaching skills. This qualification allows me to have the chances to teach in China's public and private schools.
Certificate verified
Mandarin Level Test, II-A level ( 二级甲等） - The Bureau of National Language - 2012
Certificate verified
Education
2018 - 2020
Master's - Applied LinguisticsMajored in Applied Linguistics with a focus on second language acquisition, second language teaching, and language learning strategies.
Work Experience
2017 - 2018
Chinese AssistantCollaborated with teachers in the planning and delivery of the school's language program, including:
Designing and preparing lesson plans, worksheets, and audiovisual materials
Assisting with the review and verification of students’ spoken and written language
Supporting group activities, language-based tasks, and other aspects of school life
2015 - 2016
Chinese teacherConducted weekly lessons for American students, focusing on Chinese grammar, vocabulary, and cultural topics.
2015 - 2016
English Teaching Supervision- Supervised and assessed teaching activities.
- Assisted teachers in improving students’ achievement.
- Provided parents and children with the best instructions regarding entering international high school.
2018 - Current
Online Chinese TeacherI am currently teaching online Chinese lessons to students from all over the world. I always enjoy my time with my students—and they have fun, too! You're welcome to book a trial lesson or jump right into a full class with Teacher Clover. I look forward to seeing you soon!
4.9
Rating
157
Students
897
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons
Trial Lesson
80 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Targeted Spoken Chinese & Conversation Practice
A2 - C2Conversation489 lessons completed
USD 31.00+
Package with 6% off
HSK Standard Course & HSKK Speaking Booster
A2 - C2Test Preparation72 lessons completed
USD 33.00+
Package with 5% off
General Chinese: General, Travel & Business
A2 - C2Language Essentials145 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
Package with 8% off
Chinese Exam Preparation: AP, HSK, IB, A-level & More
A2 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 45.00
Package with 3% off
Advanced Chinese: Literature, Poetry, Ancient Stories, Idioms & Mythology
B1 - C2Language Essentials23 lessons completed
USD 38.00+
Package with 3% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Podcast (6)
Quiz (1)
113 Reviews
Christine
11 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Another great lesson with Clover. This time we talked about food and cooking, which was a really fun topic as we were able to compare cooking styles between different countries. Clover is always patient and friendly, and corrects you gently without disrupting the flow of the conversation. Thank you as always, Clover!
Jan 6, 2024
Elena
21 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Clover is an excellent teacher. She is very well prepared with extensive professional resources that have helped me a lot with different aspects of my Chinese learning, such as conversation, reading, and teaching me more idioms. She is friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I highly recommend studying with her!
May 24, 2023
Elena
21 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Great as always!
Apr 30, 2025
Nathan
160 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Clover is a fantastic teacher, she's always well prepared and extremely helpful. She provides helpful guidance and structures learning content at a level of difficulty
I'm very happy with the progress I've made with my Chinese study over the last year, which has been in large part due to Clover's guidance and patience
Jul 3, 2023
古曼书
45 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Excellent 👌👌👍 she teaches well
May 18, 2025
Lexi Q
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
I enjoyed my first class with Clover! I look forward to taking another one with her soon.
Jan 21, 2025
Trial Lesson
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