Dynamic, experienced Oxford-based tutor reading for DPhil Oriental Studies at Pembroke College, researching early (-500AD) Chinese literature.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
2014– : Mandarin Tutor, Enjoy Education and Tavistock Tutors, London I offer flexible and targeted support for ambitious students with hectic schedules. I have coached four GCSE students towards an A*/A grade in their exam. I delivered the full AQA GCSE syllabus for a client whose school did not offer Chinese. I tailored a bespoke syllabus in Chinese for business for an adult complete beginner. I adapted resources for a student enrolled in the US Advanced Placement programme.
2018: Classical Chinese Literature Tutor, Stanford at Oxford Programme I designed and delivered a full-time tutorial course for a visiting Stanford undergraduate, who evaluated my overall performance at “5” out of 4 marks in official feedback. 2016-2018: Modern and Classical Chinese Tutor, University, Queens, and Pembroke Colleges, Oxford I prepared and delivered Modern and Classical Chinese tutorials for undergraduate students.
2017: English Teacher, Zhuoyue English College, Yangshuo, China I prepared and delivered two weeks of dynamic, drama-based lessons for 7–9-year-olds. 2016: Classical Chinese Teacher, Oriental Institute, University of Oxford I prepared and taught core-syllabus Classical Chinese language to 15+ undergraduates. My students nominated me for a Student Union Outstanding Teaching Staff award.
2016: East Asia Lecture Survey Lecturer, Oriental Institute, University of Oxford I prepared and delivered three lectures on thought and literature in early China. 2012: Volunteer Interpreter and Mentor, Bread of Life Bakery, Langfang, China I supported the staff’s English learning as well as their personal and professional development.
2012: Private English Tutor, Beijing, China I developed a bespoke program of engaging, multimedia-based learning for a 9-year-old. 2012: English Teacher, private agency, Beijing, China I developed and delivered multimedia lessons for a mixed-ability adult evening class.