Hello! I'm Jill, a native Mandarin speaker certified with the CTCSOL (Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages), with an MBA and 7 years of experience teaching Chinese to children and adults. Lessons are online: beginners, conversation, HSK exam preparation and Business Chinese.
I'm passionate about teaching Chinese, and I adapt every lesson to each learner so that it is useful and motivating. I am currently pursuing a Master's degree in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign and Second Language in schools at the Université d'Artois. I speak English fluently and I'm learning French myself, so I know exactly how it feels to study a new language, and I know how to help you make progress without losing motivation.
Education and qualifications:
- Université d'Artois, France: Master's in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (CLE) and Chinese as a Second Language (CLS) in schools (in progress, distance learning)
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong: MBA (Master of Business Administration), including an exchange at the University of Michigan
- Beijing Normal University: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration
- CTCSOL – Certificate for Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages
- Languages: native Mandarin; fluent English; learning French
What I teach:
- Beginners (A1-A2): speaking basics, pinyin, first characters
- Conversation (B1-B2): fluency and natural expression
- HSK 1-6 and HSKK exam preparation, with past papers and progress tracking
- Business Chinese: professional vocabulary, emails, meetings, negotiation, backed by my MBA background
- School support in Chinese: homework help, revision, exam preparation
- Chinese culture: traditions, festivals and social customs, to help you understand the language
My method:
Every lesson is tailored to your goals: learning, travel, work, studies or the HSK exam. I combine pronunciation and tones, useful vocabulary, grammar explained simply (in Chinese, English or French, depending on your level) and speaking practice from the very first session.
Why choose me:
- Native Mandarin speaker, CTCSOL-certified, with 7 years of experience and a Master's in Chinese language teaching in progress
- MBA background: a real advantage for Business Chinese, with realistic professional vocabulary and situations
- Lessons in Chinese, English or French, depending on your level
- Patient, structured and motivating teaching, suitable for all ages
- A supportive tutor and learning partner, with close follow-up of your progress
Message me and I'll reply quickly!