Harvard Grad & Native Traditional Chinese speaker as your tutor!

Joyce S.

I’m Joyce Soong, an experienced Chinese tutor with a strong academic background and a deep passion for teaching. I hold dual master’s degrees: from UCLA (20') and another from Harvard University in Education Policy Analysis (24'). Here's why my lessons are special: ●Top-Quality: My education at UCLA and Harvard, two of the best education programs worldwide, has fully prepared me to teach in a structured and engaging way, ensuring enjoyable and effective lessons. ●Cultural Insight: Growing up in Taiwan, I’m fluent in both Traditional Chinese (Taiwan, HK) and Simplified Chinese (Mainland China), giving you a broad understanding of the language—unlike many teachers who specialize in only one. ●A Lesson Beyond the Textbook: As a Taiwanese, I bring cultural insights, slang, and social norms to the classroom. You won’t just learn "textbook Chinese" but also gain a deeper appreciation for the language, helping you communicate naturally. ●Five Tones: The five tones of Chinese can be challenging. I use my “Associative Memory Method” to help students master them quickly and painlessly, ensuring clarity and confidence in speaking. ●Customized Lessons: I create tailored lessons to meet each student’s specific needs, whether for conversation, business, travel, or general improvement. Every class is prepared based on individual learning goals and interests. ●Homework: If requested, I’m happy to design custom worksheets at no extra cost, helping you reinforce your learning outside of class. ●After-Class Support: As an ESL learner, I understand that questions can come up at any time. I offer free after-class support via email or text, ensuring students always have access to help.
I’ve been teaching since 2018, with a brief break to focus on my master's at Harvard. Now I’m excited to be back and continue helping students reach their goals. To celebrate, I’m offering special discounted rates. Feel free to reach out for more details, and let’s create a personalized learning plan together!