I'm currently on a teaching break - not sure if and when I'll return. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Classes I teach:
Immersion Mandarin Chinese 

Languages spoken:
English and Mandarin Chinese.
I am natively fluent in both as I grew up in Canada and Taiwan. Having attended several different local and international education systems, I understand what it's like being a third culture kid. I know pīnyīn 拼音, zhùyīn 注音, simplified, and traditional characters. I speak and read Mandarin and English everyday, so I continue to be well-versed in both languages. I also know Taiwanese. 
My favorite Chinese book series is "三体". For English, I enjoy reading "Life of Pi".

Teaching experience:
I have over 10 years of experience working with children and young adults in Taiwan and Canada. I've taught Chinese, swimming, gymnastics, visual arts, research, and EAL/ESL. I've been a Camp Counselor with Camp Adventure at University of Toledo and a Teaching Assistant at a Canadian Montessori School.

Degree & certificates:
I am a licensed health care professional and a TESOL certified ESL instructor. I graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor in Medical Radiation Sciences (with courses in math, biology, human anatomy, psychology, and radiation physics). I have AP Diplomas and IB Certificates. Currently, I am transitioning into UX/UI Design.

Teaching personality:
Friendly, lively, and energetic. I enjoy having fun and building relationships with my learners and parents.

Teaching style:
Student-centred and interactive: My classes are mostly restricted to 5 learners so to focus on student output and engagement. I will ask questions to promote knowledge association/assimilation, critical thinking, and creativity.

Teaching philosophy:
Reliable, transparent, and dedicated: I will respond to messages within 48 hours. I am always opened to feedback and suggestions to better your learners' experiences. My classes will always start on time. I will provide refund per Outschool's Happy Policy.

Class Schedule & Time Zone:
Usually Friday-Sunday evening ET

AP/IB Education Background: 
For high school, I attended an international school overseas based on the American curriculum. I have AP Diploma and IB Certificates in the following courses: AP Calculus, AP Biology, AP Physics, IB English, IB Psychology 1&2, and IB Economics. 

Fun facts:
I enjoy making dumplings, fostering dogs, and building backyard igloos. I am ambidextrous which means I can use both hands to do things. So, don't be surprised when I start using both hands to draw during an art class!