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Aven Xiang
Professional TeacherTeaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese
Certificated Chinese teacher with more than 12 years of teaching for adult learners in all levels
Teaches
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese
Certificated Chinese teacher with more than 12 years of teaching for adult learners in all levels
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From ChinaLiving in Shanghai, China (17:59 UTC+08:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 31, 2020InterestsGamingPets & Animals
I’m a professional, certified Chinese teacher with a Masters in Foreign Language Teaching living in Shanghai. Originally hailing from Wuhan, Hubei, I enjoy gaming and coffee tasting.
As a teacher, I create interesting and productive learning methods in a friendly environment tailored to each student’s needs. Started teaching in 2016, my teaching experience allows me to quickly identify the best learning plan for each student. My strengths are active listening, strong communications, flexibility, and developing integrated, project-based learning for my students.Me as a Teacher
I graduated with a master's degree in TCSOL (Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages) and have been teaching since 2014. I have worked in universities and language institutions. Currently, I’m focusing on 1-1 tutoring. I’ve been teaching students from different countries and industries. And they are aging from 10 to 75. I prefer to teach adults, but also happy to teach children above 10 :D My lessons & teaching style
√ HSK Course. (Textbook: HSK Standard Course)
You will learn vocabulary, grammar, and expressions based on the HSK system (HSK1-HSK6). The best option is if you just started learning Mandarin, and want to learn this language properly.
√ HSK test preparation.
For you who have decided to take HSK tests. We will focus on exercises, skills, and tips for tests. You will do some mock tests at first and do some test papers from previous tests 4 weeks before your test.
√ Conversational Practice.
Improving your spoken language by talking about the topics you're interested in. You can share any material with me before class. We are going to share opinions and ideas about the materials.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
Teaching experience
2020 - 2024
Chinese Tutor
2019 - 2020
Chinese Teacher
2016 - 2018
Chinese Teacher
2015 - 2016
English Teacher
2014 - 2014
Chinese Teacher Assistant
Education
2013 - 2015
Master's - Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (TCSOL)
2009 - 2013
Bachelor’s - International Finance
Work Experience
2019 - 2020
Chinese language teacher1. Giving Chinese language classes to university students from the US, focusing on basic Chinese language including listening, reading and speaking. 2. Creating teaching materials according to the text books Introducing Chinese culture. 3. Help the institution to organize culture-experiencing activities. (I have been cooperating with IES for 2 semesters since Feb, 2019, but I only asked for the Empolyment Certificate of the most recent semester)
2016 - 2018
Chinese language teacher1. Giving Chinese classes to foreigners, including intensive Chinese, spoken Chinese and HSK tutoring. 2. Assisting students in communicating with course consultants to solve problems in students’ studies and life. 3. Providing trial classes to new students and potential customers. Introducing Chinese cultural customs. 4. Editing self-use materials. Creating workbooks and other teaching materials. 5. Training interns and new teachers.
2015 - 2016
English teacher1. Giving English classes to pupils basing on syllabus, aiming at improving students’ interest in learning English, improving their listening, speaking, reading and writing. 2. Preparing spoken English materials. Training students for English competitions. 3. Making plans for school English reciting competitions, flea market activities, assisting in planning school New Year's party activities.
2014 - 2014
Chinese language tutor1. Mainly giving intensive Chinese classes, focusing on Pinyin, Chinese characters and basic grammar, including listening and spoken language. 2. Teaching subjects are adults from non-native English speaking countries at beginner’s level.
5.0
Rating
143
Students
2,389
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Chinese (Mandarin) Lessons
Trial Lesson
101 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
【10-class-package】汉语综合课/Comprehensive Chinese (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
A1 - C2Language Essentials455 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
【10-class-package】HSK Test Preparation / Conversational Practice (HSK1~HSK6)
A1 - C2Conversation423 lessons completed
USD 24.00
Package with 11% off
【20-class-package】汉语综合课/Comprehensive Chinese (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
A1 - C2Language Essentials106 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 10% off
【5-class-package】口语练习/Conversation practice (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
A1 - C2Conversation816 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
Package with 5% off
【5-class-package】汉语综合课/Comprehensive Chinese (Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced)
A1 - C2Language Essentials179 lessons completed
USD 28.00+
Package with 5% off
【20-class-package】HSK Test Preparation / Conversational Practice (HSK1~HSK6)
A1 - C2Conversation267 lessons completed
USD 24.00
Package with 15% off
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254 Reviews
Jeffrey
28 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
I loved how nice, creative and fun the whole class was! Aven is a great teacher and always finds a way to teach her students by their hobby’s and favorite things! I would recommend this teacher to anyone who needs a great teacher!!!
Jan 6, 2026
Chris
15 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
Aven is a gifted and natural teacher — super patient, good-natured, and very easy to understand and follow! I learned a great deal in the trial class and will definitely sign up for more sessions.
Jul 8, 2025
Frankie Day
169 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
I have been studying with 向老师 for a while now but there is still so much to be learned and she is still one of the best teachers I’ve ever had! She works so hard to make sure I understand and is always patient and kind. I highly recommend her if you would like to learn Chinese!
Feb 3, 2026
Frankie Day
169 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been learning with Xiang Laoshi for a long time now and she is without a doubt one of the best teachers on this site.
Dec 23, 2025
Frankie Day
169 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
Great lesson as usual, thank you 向老师!
Feb 10, 2026
Jeffrey
28 Chinese (Mandarin) lessons
My son Jeffrey loves to talk to Aven. We love the way she encourages him to learn more without turning down his interests and curiousness with mandarin. Jeffrey will keep his mandarin journey with Aven.
Aug 19, 2025
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