Kate

Community Tutor

Teaches

Chinese (Mandarin)

Native

Speaks

Other

Mandarin Teacher with Standard Pronunciation | 5+ Years U.S. Teaching Experience

Teaches

Chinese (Mandarin)

Native

Speaks

Other

Mandarin Teacher with Standard Pronunciation | 5+ Years U.S. Teaching Experience

About Me

Resume & Certificates

From United StatesLiving in Other, United States (18:14 UTC-04:00)

About Me

italki teacher since May 6, 2026

InterestsFoodReadingPets & AnimalsMusicWriting

Hi! I’m a Chinese teacher based in the United States with over 5 years of teaching experience. I am a native Mandarin speaker with standard pronunciation. I hold an official Mandarin Proficiency Certificate in China and have reached a provincial-level broadcasting standard, which ensures that I can help you develop accurate and natural pronunciation. Being fluent in both Chinese and English, I specialize in helping students understand Chinese clearly through explanations in both languages. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, I can guide you step by step with patience and clarity. 你好！我是一名在美国的中文老师，拥有5年以上的教学经验。我母语是中文，普通话发音标准，获得国家普通话等级证书，并达到省级播音员水平，可以帮助你建立准确、自然的中文发音。 In my classes, I focus on: Pronunciation correction and speaking confidence Clear grammar explanations Structured learning based on the HSK and Ma Liping curriculum, with customized materials tailored to each student. AP Chinese exam preparation Business Chinese for real-life communication 我的课程主要包括：发音纠正与口语提升系统清晰的语法讲解学习课程结构参考HSK和马立平教材体系，并结合自编教学内容进行个性化教学。 AP中文考试辅导实用商务中文 My teaching style is supportive, interactive, and tailored to your goals. I enjoy helping students build confidence and truly communicate in Chinese. Let’s start your Chinese learning journey together! 我的教学风格轻松、有互动，并根据你的目标量身定制课程。我非常乐意帮助你建立自信，真正用中文交流。期待和你一起开始中文学习之旅！

Teaching experience

2017 - 2025

Chinese Language InstructorAmerican Chinese School (ACS) - United StatesMy 9 years of both online and in-person teaching experience have given me the ability to work effectively with students of different ages, backgrounds, and learning goals. This allows me to quickly understand each student’s needs and adapt my teaching approach accordingly, which is especially important in a personalized learning platform like italki.

Education

2005 - 2009

Doctorate - Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyHuazhong Agriculture UniversityI study plant nutrition at the molecular level, focusing on how nutrients affect plant growth and development.

Work Experience

2009 - 2010

English InstructorOya Language School - China