Hongye Zhao

'Language is not the destination—it’s the vehicle that takes you where you want to go.'

Hongye is a passionate and highly qualified Mandarin teacher, holding a PhD and bringing extensive experience in language education. She is dedicated to creating engaging, supportive learning environments and skillfully tailors her teaching to meet the diverse needs of her students. Her approach emphasises clarity, interaction, and cultural relevance, empowering learners to build confidence and fluency.

Teacher information

Designation

Teacher

Education Background

  • Doctor in Analysis of Textbooks for Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language
  • Master of Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages (TCSOL)
  • Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages

Mandarin Certificate

Chinese National Mandarin Level 1B (Excellent+)

Teaching Experience

Hongye has experience teaching Mandarin to non-native speakers in both classroom and one-on-one settings. She has worked with learners of various backgrounds and levels, focusing on practical communication, HSK preparation, and cultural immersion. Her teaching style is interactive and student-centered, encouraging learners to actively participate and embrace the learning process. She believes that language learning is most effective when students feel supported and inspired.