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Chinese (Mandarin) teacher Shirley

Shirley

Professional Teacher
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Korean
Japanese (Okinawan)
Other
Students are 7 to 65 years old; linguistics PhD; teaching25+k Chinese lessons online and offline
From ChinaLiving in Shanghai, China (21:45 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 2, 2019
InterestsWritingReadingBusiness & FinanceTechSports & Fitness
Hi,I’m Shirley, a native Chinese Speaker from Shanghai. :) I have worked in a university in Shanghai since 2006 and have already taught about 25k+ Chinese lessons online and offline , such as language essentials, HSK preparation ect.. My students are 7 to 65 years old, from all over the world, with many different first languages. My lessons are tailored to suit your needs whether it is language for business, traveling, daily life, school, HSK, Chinese Culture etc. Please feel free to send me a message before our first lesson telling me what is your level and what is your expectations. I will happily share useful materials and learning tips which will be helpful.
5.0
Rating
107
Students
1321
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons

Trial Lesson
72 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
Regular Chinese lessons
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

674 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 3% off
HSK 1-6 Test Preparation
A1 -  C2

Test Preparation

202 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 3% off
🔥Enrolling Chinese for child
A1 -  C2

Kids

110 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 3% off
How to be a Chinese teacher? 如何成为一名国际汉语教师
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

97 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
Package with 3% off
Business Chinese Lessons--Business Chinese Lessons Level 1-9
A1 -  A2

Business

142 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 3% off
Course for the students who studied with me more than 50 lessons
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

20 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 5% off

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My creations
Vocabulary (6)
Podcast (40)
Quiz (329)

117 Reviews

Student Travis
Travis
4 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Just finished my second lesson with Shirley and it was very useful. Her deep knowledge of grammar is so helpful in understanding the actual usage of Chinese words, which are so nuanced. Looking forward to my next lesson!
Sep 13, 2025
Student Aaron
Aaron
120 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
最棒的老师! As a returning student of Shirley I can confirm Shirley is an awesome teacher. She is very patient, has a positive attitude and every lesson is organised and always interesting!
Dec 13, 2021
Jim Brady
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
Shirley is an excellent teacher and I look forward to working with her
Sep 20, 2025
Alissa
21 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Shirley 老师非常好❤️。 I always enjoy every single class with her. She has such amazing teaching methods which can help me to understand new lessons in the easiest way!!!
Oct 6, 2024
Jennifer Boudreau
1 Chinese (Mandarin) lesson
Shirley was great! We discussed what my goals were in depth and she was very responsive in figuring out what type of lesson plans we need for my specific needs. Look forward to more sessions!
Sep 27, 2025
Student Travis
Travis
4 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Another great lesson with Shirley. I really appreciate her flexibility and clear explanations.
Sep 20, 2025
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