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Samuel Zhao
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
French
Russian
Spanish
Swedish
Finnish
German

From China

Living in Montreal, Canada

Hello everyone! My name is Sam. I am a native Mandarin speaker who is enthusiastic about teaching Mandarin Chinese and English. I also enjoy learning foreign languages and cultures. I studied Business Management at the University of Western Ontario in Canada. After finishing my study, I started working as an accountant while teaching Chinese as a private tutor at the same time. Besides Mandarin and English, I can also speak French and Russian. I am currently learning German and Swedish in my spare time. I also enjoy playing the piano and the violin, traveling, going to music concerts and cinemas. I have experience in teaching general Chinese and English in the classroom and online. I also have experience in teaching HSK, business English, and IELTS exam preparation. I have a CELTA English teaching certificate granted by Cambridge. The content of my lessons usually depends on the students' goals of learning. I can always adjust my methods of teaching and learning pace to better assist students to reach their goals and expected levels. I often encourage my students to use their learning languages as much as possible to practice their language skills. My lessons are always friendly, comfortable, and relaxing. Aside from teaching, it is also good to have casual conversations to help you enjoy the learning process.
My teaching material
  • Audio files
  • PDF file
  • Test templates and examples
  • Articles and news
  • Graphs and charts
  • Image files
  • Text Documents
  • Video files
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Quizzes
  • Homework Assignments
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Interests

Music
Films & TV Series
Reading
Trial Lesson
58 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
Conversation Practice
A1-C2
Conversation
309 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
20% off
HSK preparation
A1-C2
Language Essentials
117 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
8% off
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For beginners·315
Student Martin Smith
Martin Smith
7 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
We worked on HSK grammar and pronunciation. Sam was very helpful.
Elle
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Great first lesson with Sam! I am an American Born Chinese so I know accents and a bit of vocabulary (know enough to order food in a Chinese restaurant), but need help with everything else. Sam was very patient and mapped out a comprehensive curriculum, which I'm excited to start. Highly recommend!!
Student Ronald
Ronald
298 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Today we continued our grammar, vocabulary and speaking. I always know how to prepare for my classes which helps me get the most out of them - thanks for another great lesson, Sam!
Deklan/Tashi
2 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Thanks, you really helped me learn the correct way. I appreciate how you analyzed and helped me improve the way I said things 👍
Student Ronald
Ronald
298 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Today we reviewed home work and read texts on words containing 其. Lots of reading and speaking practice too - this was a very useful lesson. Thank you, Sam, for another great lesson!
Student Ronald
Ronald
298 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Today we read new vocabulary and usages related to shopping. Lots of seeking and reading practice. Thanks for another great lesson, Sam!