Mandarin
📷 / 七爺將軍 (Qi-ye General) and his parade near Xinzhudu Chenghuang Temple in Hsinchu City, Taiwan. It...
3 minutes
7 years ago
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Alex Lee
5.0
Taiwan•
3:15 PM (GMT+08:00)
Mandarin
312
3,551
Mandarin
312
3,551
Speaks
Mandarin
Native
,English
C2
,Japanese
C1
,Cantonese
A2
,German
A2
,Korean
A1
,Spanish
A1
,Indonesian
A1
,Portuguese (Brazilian)
A1
,Arabic
,Vietnamese
About Me
❇️ Fluent English and Japanese speaker, avid language learner
❇️ Expertise in Mandarin teaching for 7 years
❇️ Taught 3000+ lessons, 300+ students
❇️ Fun, easy, engaging!
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👋 Introduction
Hey there, this is Alex from Taiwan!
Successful learners are happy learners. As someone who struggled with learning foreign languages myself, I understand the importance of creating a fun and engaging learning environment. That's why my goal is to provide a positive, cheerful, and stimulating environment for adults to learn Mandarin, where all learners can enjoy their learning, achieve their goals, and eventually become independent life-long learners.
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💡 What I can provide
・Taiwanese Mandarin
・Support at all levels: I teach students at different levels. If you are not sure what level you are in, we can have a trial lesson to know it better! You will receive a detailed report after your trial lesson. This report will outline your strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions on how I can best support you.
・Customized lessons: Feel free to send any requests, questions, or anything via Message on the Verbling platform. I will discuss this with you and make a customized plan for your request. It would be great if you knew what you would like to learn (e.g. skills in listening/reading/writing/speaking, test preps, or any certain topics you want to learn about Mandarin and/or Taiwanese/Chinese culture).
・Explanations in Mandarin, English, or Japanese
📜 A little about me…
・Experience in Mandarin teaching for 7 years, mainly focusing on 1-on-1 customized lessons, from 0 to hero!
・Passionate about language learning (Japanese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Indonesian, Hindi, Vietnamese, Arabic and Cantonese)
・Specialized in linguistics, education, calligraphy, and tea!
・Certified as an intermediate Taiwanese tea sensory evaluator
・Worked as a business analyst, tech-consultant and travel planner
📚 Teaching Philosophy
My approach to teaching Mandarin is rooted in the belief that language learning should be fun, engaging, practical, and tailored to each student's goals. I focus on creating an immersive environment where students can develop their skills naturally through conversation and real-world applications.
My lessons are interactive and conversation-based, helping you build confidence and fluency quickly, in a humorous, fun, engaging environment!
Key aspects of my teaching philosophy include:
・Personalization: I adapt my lessons to suit your learning style and objectives, whether you're aiming for business fluency or casual conversation.
・Immersion: I conduct lessons primarily in Mandarin, gradually increasing complexity to build your confidence and fluency.
・Cultural Integration: Language and culture are inseparable. I incorporate Chinese cultural elements into our lessons to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the language.
・Practical Application: I emphasize useful, everyday Mandarin to ensure you can start using what you learn immediately.
・Balanced Skill Development: While focusing on your primary goals, I promote balanced progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
・Positive Reinforcement: I believe in creating a supportive environment where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities.
My ultimate goal is to guide you toward Mandarin fluency while fostering a genuine passion for the language and culture!
💪 Specializations
・Oral Expression (free talk, accent reduction, interviews, presentations, free speech, etc.)
・Reading Comprehension
・Bilingual Comparison (grammar differences, word choices, slang, translations, etc.)
・Intercultural Communication (cultural differences, customs, history)
・Calligraphy
・Travel Planner
・History and Culture in Taiwan
・Tea Culture in Taiwan
🪄 Teaching Style
My teaching style is dynamic, interactive, and tailored to each student's needs. Here's what you can expect in my lessons:
1. Interactive Learning:
・Conversation-based lessons to maximize your speaking time
・Role-playing exercises to practice real-life scenarios
2. Multimedia Integration:
・Use of audio, video, and visual aids to enhance learning
・Interactive digital tools for vocabulary and character practice
3. Error Correction:
・Gentle, constructive feedback to improve pronunciation and grammar
・Emphasis on self-correction to build confidence and autonomy
4. Cultural Insights:
・Integration of Chinese idioms, proverbs, and cultural anecdotes
・Discussions about current events in Taiwan and the World to improve comprehension
5. Flexibility:
・Ability to adjust lesson pace and content based on your progress
・Openness to incorporating your interests into lesson materials
I aim to create an engaging, effective learning environment where you feel challenged and supported in your Mandarin journey!
⛔️ Disclaimers
・Regrettably, I do not accept students below 18 years old for the time being, due to my methodology and teaching styles.
・My expertise lies in teaching Taiwanese Mandarin, which is perfect for those interested in Taiwanese culture and daily life. If your goal is to learn Mainland Chinese Mandarin, I'd be happy to recommend some fantastic teachers who specialize in that specific dialect.
Read More❇️ Expertise in Mandarin teaching for 7 years
❇️ Taught 3000+ lessons, 300+ students
❇️ Fun, easy, engaging!
- - - - -
👋 Introduction
Hey there, this is Alex from Taiwan!
Successful learners are happy learners. As someone who struggled with learning foreign languages myself, I understand the importance of creating a fun and engaging learning environment. That's why my goal is to provide a positive, cheerful, and stimulating environment for adults to learn Mandarin, where all learners can enjoy their learning, achieve their goals, and eventually become independent life-long learners.
- - - - -
💡 What I can provide
・Taiwanese Mandarin
・Support at all levels: I teach students at different levels. If you are not sure what level you are in, we can have a trial lesson to know it better! You will receive a detailed report after your trial lesson. This report will outline your strengths, weaknesses, and suggestions on how I can best support you.
・Customized lessons: Feel free to send any requests, questions, or anything via Message on the Verbling platform. I will discuss this with you and make a customized plan for your request. It would be great if you knew what you would like to learn (e.g. skills in listening/reading/writing/speaking, test preps, or any certain topics you want to learn about Mandarin and/or Taiwanese/Chinese culture).
・Explanations in Mandarin, English, or Japanese
📜 A little about me…
・Experience in Mandarin teaching for 7 years, mainly focusing on 1-on-1 customized lessons, from 0 to hero!
・Passionate about language learning (Japanese, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Korean, Indonesian, Hindi, Vietnamese, Arabic and Cantonese)
・Specialized in linguistics, education, calligraphy, and tea!
・Certified as an intermediate Taiwanese tea sensory evaluator
・Worked as a business analyst, tech-consultant and travel planner
📚 Teaching Philosophy
My approach to teaching Mandarin is rooted in the belief that language learning should be fun, engaging, practical, and tailored to each student's goals. I focus on creating an immersive environment where students can develop their skills naturally through conversation and real-world applications.
My lessons are interactive and conversation-based, helping you build confidence and fluency quickly, in a humorous, fun, engaging environment!
Key aspects of my teaching philosophy include:
・Personalization: I adapt my lessons to suit your learning style and objectives, whether you're aiming for business fluency or casual conversation.
・Immersion: I conduct lessons primarily in Mandarin, gradually increasing complexity to build your confidence and fluency.
・Cultural Integration: Language and culture are inseparable. I incorporate Chinese cultural elements into our lessons to deepen your understanding and appreciation of the language.
・Practical Application: I emphasize useful, everyday Mandarin to ensure you can start using what you learn immediately.
・Balanced Skill Development: While focusing on your primary goals, I promote balanced progress in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
・Positive Reinforcement: I believe in creating a supportive environment where mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities.
My ultimate goal is to guide you toward Mandarin fluency while fostering a genuine passion for the language and culture!
💪 Specializations
・Oral Expression (free talk, accent reduction, interviews, presentations, free speech, etc.)
・Reading Comprehension
・Bilingual Comparison (grammar differences, word choices, slang, translations, etc.)
・Intercultural Communication (cultural differences, customs, history)
・Calligraphy
・Travel Planner
・History and Culture in Taiwan
・Tea Culture in Taiwan
🪄 Teaching Style
My teaching style is dynamic, interactive, and tailored to each student's needs. Here's what you can expect in my lessons:
1. Interactive Learning:
・Conversation-based lessons to maximize your speaking time
・Role-playing exercises to practice real-life scenarios
2. Multimedia Integration:
・Use of audio, video, and visual aids to enhance learning
・Interactive digital tools for vocabulary and character practice
3. Error Correction:
・Gentle, constructive feedback to improve pronunciation and grammar
・Emphasis on self-correction to build confidence and autonomy
4. Cultural Insights:
・Integration of Chinese idioms, proverbs, and cultural anecdotes
・Discussions about current events in Taiwan and the World to improve comprehension
5. Flexibility:
・Ability to adjust lesson pace and content based on your progress
・Openness to incorporating your interests into lesson materials
I aim to create an engaging, effective learning environment where you feel challenged and supported in your Mandarin journey!
⛔️ Disclaimers
・Regrettably, I do not accept students below 18 years old for the time being, due to my methodology and teaching styles.
・My expertise lies in teaching Taiwanese Mandarin, which is perfect for those interested in Taiwanese culture and daily life. If your goal is to learn Mainland Chinese Mandarin, I'd be happy to recommend some fantastic teachers who specialize in that specific dialect.
My trial lessons
In this trial lesson, you can expect:
1. A short introduction about myself
2. A relaxed chat in English, Japanese, or Mandarin to get to know each other better and learn about your goals.
3. Discussion about your Mandarin learning goals and preferred curriculum and materials.
4. Q&A Time!
Also, feel free to share your thoughts, questions, concerns, or doubts about any of the items above with me here. We can discuss them before diving into the trial lesson.
Read More1. A short introduction about myself
2. A relaxed chat in English, Japanese, or Mandarin to get to know each other better and learn about your goals.
3. Discussion about your Mandarin learning goals and preferred curriculum and materials.
4. Q&A Time!
Also, feel free to share your thoughts, questions, concerns, or doubts about any of the items above with me here. We can discuss them before diving into the trial lesson.
Trial Lesson
One time, 30 minutesPrivate Lessons
60 minutesTeacher Stats
Within a few hours 
8 years ago 
100.00%3,551 
18.6 lesson average
5.0 Schedule
April 4, 2025 - April 11, 2025
All times listed are in your local timezone
(GMT+0000)GMT+0000
Fri
04/04/2025
Sat
04/05/2025
Sun
04/06/2025
Mon
04/07/2025
Tue
04/08/2025
Wed
04/09/2025
Thu
04/10/2025
1:00 PM
2:00 PM
3:00 PM
4:00 PM
Teaching Expertise
Beginner
Upper Beginner
Intermediate
Upper Intermediate
Advanced
Upper Advanced
Résumé
Education
2012 - 2018
B.A. Foreign Languages Studies
National Yunlin University of Science and Technology - Yunlin County, Taiwan
Focus in language education, culture studies and Mandarin teaching
2014 - 2015
Short-Term Exchange Program
University of Ryukyus - Okinawa Prefecture, Japan
Focus in Japanese and culture studies
Work Experience
2017 - 2018
Part-Time Mandarin Teacher
National Yunlin University of Science and Technology - Yunlin, Taiwan
Operating classes for local foreign residents
2016 - 2018
Mandarin Teacher
Polyglot Foreign Language Solutions - Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines
Operated Mandarin courses for adults and cooperate training programs
Ratings
469
Fun
297
Motivation Guru
211
Excellent Materials
556
Great Conversation
33
Exam Coach
40
Business Expert
58
Writing Coach
338
Great for Beginners
210
Great for Intermediate
156
Great for Advanced
200
Accent Reduction
110
Tech Savvy
268
Goes the Extra Mile
173
Grammar Expert
64
Great for medical professionals
413
Cultural Insights
5.0 Average
1481 ratings, 312 students
September 11, 2020 • Lessons: 48
Alex is patient, fun and funny. Lessons are very enjoyable and progress is being made! Highly recommended.
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May 27, 2020 • Lessons: 5
Alex is a fantastic teacher, he is very friendly and patient and tried to get you to communicate as much as you can in Chinese! He welcomes mistakes throughout the lesson and helps you incredibly well through. I strong recommend having Chinese lessons with Alex!
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June 2, 2017 • Lessons: 6
This is my first session with Alex and I like him and believe that he will be able to help me with my Chinese language learning. His English is very good and I can understand him easily and is a patient and professional teacher.
Alex's service is a good value.
Read MoreAlex's service is a good value.