Foundations of Mandarin Chinese Level 2: Beginner Chinese Course

At Wonder Spark Learning, we believe that education should inspire curiosity, build confidence, and make learning an exciting journey. We specialize in foreign language (Mandarin Chinese & Spanish) and STEM education, offering live and self-paced courses designed to help students develop real-world communication skills and critical thinking abilities. Our curriculum provides an interactive, fun, and effective learning experience, whether your child is exploring a new language or diving into the world of science.

🌟 Why Choose Wonder Spark Learning?
- Expert-led Chinese classes that use proven language acquisition methods, blending conversation practice, character recognition, and engaging activities to help students develop strong communication skills.
- Innovative teaching methods that integrate interactive games, stories, digital flashcards, and guided practice to make learning Mandarin fun and immersive.
- Personalized teacher feedback, ensuring students receive individualized guidance on their learning to support progress and mastery.
- Flexible learning options with both live and self-paced courses, allowing students to learn at their own pace while staying engaged and supported.

🎯 Our Mission
- To help students successfully acquire and apply their Mandarin language skills in real-world settings.
- To boost confidence and develop a love for language learning.
- To support parents by offering high-quality, engaging education that saves time and energy.


🧧 Spotlight: Mandarin Chinese Courses
At Wonder Spark Learning, our Mandarin Chinese classes are designed for young learners to speak, read, and understand the language through interactive, inquiry-based learning. Our structured curriculum ensures students build a strong foundation in pronunciation, tones, vocabulary, and sentence structure, all while having fun.
We offer classes for all levels and all ages, whether your child thrives in a full Mandarin immersion environment or benefits from English-supported instruction. Our flexible approach ensures every learner receives the support they need to succeed.

- Live Mandarin classes with small-group, interactive sessions and real-time conversation practice.
- Self-paced Mandarin courses featuring high-quality video lessons, digital flashcards, quizzes, and teacher feedback.
- A beginner-friendly approach that guides students step by step—no prior Mandarin knowledge required.

Whether your child is just starting their Mandarin learning journey or looking to enhance their fluency, Wonder Spark Learning provides an engaging, effective, and immersive language-learning experience.


👩🏻‍🏫 Meet Our Founder: Ms. Jessica
Ms. Jessica is an experienced educator with over a decade of teaching experience, specializing in elementary STEM education and Mandarin Chinese language instruction. As the founder of Wonder Spark Learning, she is passionate about sparking curiosity and creativity in children through hands-on, interactive lessons that inspire a love of learning.
Jessica holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and has completed advanced certifications in Classroom Strategies for Inquiry-Based Learning and Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development. Her teaching style incorporates a variety of educational philosophies, including Montessori, Waldorf, and Classical methods, creating holistic learning experiences tailored to diverse learners.
With a background in both in-person and online education, Jessica has taught over 800 students on Outschool, earning an impressive 5 star rating. She is skilled in integrating technology tools like Google Classroom, Kahoot, and Nearpod to deliver dynamic virtual learning experiences.
Jessica’s classes are known for being engaging, interactive, and fun, with a focus on building students’ confidence and critical thinking skills. Whether she’s teaching STEM, Mandarin Chinese, or hands-on art projects, her goal is to help learners explore new topics in meaningful ways that connect to their everyday lives.


👩🏻‍🏫 Meet Our Teachers:

Xiting Dan
Xiting holds a bachelor's degree in English from Sichuan University and has extensive experience teaching both English and Mandarin. In China, she taught English in public schools and private language academies, as well as worked as a private tutor for adult Mandarin learners. Passionate about language education, Xiting is dedicated to creating an engaging and effective learning environment that helps students achieve their language goals. To further enhance her teaching expertise, she has earned certifications in Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language (TCFL), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), and Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL). Outside of teaching, she enjoys cooking authentic Chinese cuisine and expressing her creativity through drawing.

Junjun Li
Junjun is a professional Chinese language teacher with extensive experience teaching students of all ages, from preschoolers to teenagers. She tailors her lessons to accommodate different skill levels, ensuring that each student progresses at their own pace. With expertise in Mandarin instruction, Junjun specializes in everything from foundational pinyin and character recognition to more advanced lessons in classical and modern Chinese poetry. She is passionate about making Chinese learning both fun and engaging, using poems and stories to spark students' curiosity and deepen their appreciation for the language and culture. Beyond teaching, Junjun enjoys playing the piano and guitar, arranging flowers, and painting.

Lauren(Yixin) Ran
Lauren is a passionate Mandarin teacher with a strong background in bilingual education and developmental psychology. She has worked with students from ages 2 to 17, giving her a deep understanding of how different age groups learn best. She holds a master’s degree in developmental psychology from Columbia University, as well as a CDA credential. As a native Mandarin speaker with a Level 1 Putonghua Proficiency Certificate, Lauren brings both linguistic expertise and cultural depth to her classes. Lauren loves making her lessons fun and interactive, incorporating songs, stories, and real-life conversations to help students connect with the language in a meaningful way.

Shylah Waugh
Shylah is an experienced Spanish and English teacher who customizes each lesson to fit her students’ goals and learning styles. She travels regularly to Mexico and Spain, bringing real-life cultural insights into the classroom. With a background in Psychology and Communication Studies, and currently pursuing her M.A. in Mediation and Conflict Resolution, Shylah blends language learning with rich cultural and historical context. Fun fact: she has a Xoloitzcuintle dog named Huitlacoche—an ancient Aztec breed!


🚀 Join Us!
At Wonder Spark Learning, we are dedicated to creating an inspiring learning environment for every child. Whether your learner is beginning their Mandarin journey, building fluency, or exploring STEM, we’re here to make their educational experience engaging and rewarding.

Let’s spark curiosity and ignite a love for learning—together!