| Chinese | Native |
|---|---|
| English | Fluent |
| Cantonese | Fluent |
| Japanese | Just a few words |
| Korean | Just a few words |
Hello! My name is Rayna, and I am a Chinese as a Second Language teacher currently living in Hong Kong. In my free time, I enjoy photography, traveling, knitting, food, and learning about different cultures around the world.
My Teaching Features
✅ Patient and approachable – creating a stress-free environment for speaking
✅ Lots of speaking practice – student output is the focus of each lesson, saying goodbye to "mute Chinese"
✅ Tracking weak areas – recording each student's common mistakes every lesson and targeting them accordingly
✅ Lesson notes – sending class notes right after each lesson for easy review
✅ Customized exercises – providing tailored homework upon request to reinforce learning
My Core Strengths & Features
1. Solid Academic Background
Bachelor's degree in Chinese Language and Literature from Shandong University, Master's degree in Chinese from Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Able to explain Chinese grammar, structure, and cultural nuances from the ground up – not just "speak Chinese," but "teach Chinese" with systematic linguistic and literary knowledge
2. Dual Professional Certifications
Hold dual certifications: TCSOL (Teachers of Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages) and CTCO (Teaching Chinese Online Certification)
Received systematic teacher training from Taiwan – my teaching methods are scientific, professional, and well-structured
3. Multilingual Teaching Ability
Native Mandarin Chinese speaker with standard pronunciation
Fluent in Cantonese (over 5 years of living in Hong Kong) and English (currently working at an English-medium school)
Able to explain challenging Chinese concepts using the language my students are most comfortable with, based on their native language background
4. Seamless Switching Between Simplified/Traditional and Pinyin/Zhuyin
Familiar with the correspondence between Simplified and Traditional Chinese characters
Proficient in both Hanyu Pinyin and Taiwanese Zhuyin (Bopomofo)
Whether my students come from Mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, or overseas, I can seamlessly adapt to their needs
5. Rich and Diverse Teaching Experience
Taught both local Hong Kong students and international school students
Taught British teachers
Worked with students ranging from children to adults, covering different learning stages and goals
6. Cross-Cultural Understanding (East Meets West)
Born in Shandong Province (the birthplace of Confucianism), lived in Hong Kong for over 5 years, visited Taiwan 12 times, and studied abroad in Japan during university
Deep understanding of cultural differences across Mainland China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong (vocabulary, etiquette, values, workplace culture)
Help students not only learn the language but also understand "what is left unsaid"
7. Highly Customizable Teaching Ability
Able to design tailored courses based on each student's Chinese proficiency, personality, and learning goals
Skilled in using various teaching methods (game-based, situational, task-oriented, etc.)
Whether it's HSK exams, business needs, daily conversation, cultural exchange, or children's early language education, I provide targeted solutions
8. Strong Interpersonal Skills and Great Communication
Cheerful personality, kind and patient, enjoy connecting with others
Respect cultures from different countries and regions – no distance with my students
Help students fall in love with Chinese in a relaxed, stress-free atmosphere