👩‍🏫 About Teacher Renee M.A. in Linguistics, National Tsing Hua University 5+ years of Mandarin teaching experience NJ-certified English teacher U.S.-based educator Former Speech & Language Therapist at NJ Steps Speech & Language Therapy Current Mandarin teacher at Northern New Jersey Chinese School Recipient of the Outstanding Teacher Award (2022, Livingston Chinese School) 💡 Teaching Strengths -Linguistics Expertise: Explains grammar logic clearly, helping students understand and apply what they learn. -Flexible & Engaging Approach: Combines storybooks, games, and theme-based learning to make classes fun and effective. -Bilingual Instruction: Teaches in both Mandarin and English, tailoring lessons to each student’s needs. -Cross-Language Insight: Deep understanding of how English and Chinese differ, ensuring accurate and effective learning. 🌟 Courses Offered 🧒 Children’s Mandarin: Zhuyin, Pinyin, Character recognition, Conversation, Sentence making. 💬 Children’s Speech & Language Therapy: Pronunciation, Comprehension, Social communication, AAC support. 🧧 Adult Mandarin: Daily conversation, Workplace Chinese, Culture, Reading & speaking practice. 🆕 Latest Updates 📅 Fall enrollment now open! Individual and small-group classes for children, teens, and adults. 🌍 Online and in-person classes available, with flexible scheduling. Teacher Renee’s Course Introduction: 🧒 Children’s Mandarin Program 📘 Course Content Covers Zhuyin, Pinyin, character recognition, conversation, and sentence building — developing full language ability step by step through listening and speaking. 🌟 Teaching Features & Advantages 🎲 Interactive Learning Engages children through flashcards, games, storybooks, and theme-based activities, allowing them to learn in a fun, natural environment and speak Mandarin confidently. 🌈 Diverse Topics Includes everyday themes such as family, numbers, colors, body parts, holidays, food, seasons, and weather — helping children gain practical language and cultural understanding. 🗣️ Bilingual Teaching Advantage Lessons are taught flexibly in both Mandarin and English, helping bilingual families’ children transition smoothly between the two languages. 📈 Progress-Oriented Instruction Each unit features clear learning goals and feedback mechanisms. Integrated training in listening, speaking, reading, and writing systematically builds vocabulary and language awareness. 🎯 Personalized Learning Tailors teaching methods and materials according to the child’s age and proficiency level — suitable for beginners and advanced learners alike. 📹 Extended Learning Support Provides review videos and home activity suggestions so parents can easily support learning outside the classroom. 💬 Cultural-Based Teaching Children not only learn the language but also experience culture through holidays, traditions, and classic stories. ✅ Program Highlights 5+ years of Mandarin teaching experience in the U.S. Bilingual instruction in English and Mandarin — ideal for overseas and bilingual families Interactive, engaging classes that boost motivation Personalized learning plans for effective progress Balanced focus on language and culture development 💬 Children’s Speech & Language Therapy 🏫 Professional Background -Former speech-language therapist at NJ Steps Speech & Language Therapy for two years. -Specialized in supporting children with speech delays, pronunciation difficulties, and language comprehension or expression challenges. 🎯 Course Goals 🔹 Improve pronunciation and speech clarity — helping children speak naturally and confidently. 🧠 Enhance language comprehension and expression — expanding vocabulary, sentence structure, and storytelling ability. 💬 Strengthen social and conversational skills — improving communication in school and daily life. 🌈 Build confidence in communication — encouraging children to enjoy speaking and expressing themselves. 📚 Course Content 🗣️ 1. Pronunciation Practice — Improve articulation through modeling, visual cues, and playful exercises. 📖 2. Language Comprehension & Expression — Use pictures, stories, and role-playing to guide sentence and idea formation. 🧍‍♀️ 3. Social Language Training — Practice conversational skills through dialogue and situational play. 🧸 4. Play-Based Learning — Stimulate language growth through songs, games, and storybooks. 💬 5. AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) — Use picture cards, gestures, or electronic aids to support communication for nonverbal children. 🧧 Adult Mandarin Program 👥 Who It’s For: Adults who wish to improve their Chinese language skills for daily communication, travel, work, or cultural interaction. 🎯 Learning Objectives 1️⃣ Build a solid foundation in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 2️⃣ Strengthen practical communication skills for real-life and professional settings. 3️⃣ Understand Chinese culture and the meaning behind everyday expressions. 4️⃣ Develop effective strategies for continuous and independent learning. 🧠 Teaching Approach 1️⃣ Customized Curriculum — Tailored to each learner’s background, goals, and interests (business, study, or personal). 2️⃣ Functional Focus — Emphasizes real communication and usability over rote memorization. 3️⃣ Task-Based Learning — Engages learners through real-life tasks such as ordering food, booking tickets, interviews, and meetings. 📚 Course Themes Daily Chinese ｜ Workplace Communication ｜ Cultural Festivals ｜ Reading & Writing ｜ Oral Conversation 📌 Class Policy & Reminders Please check your device and internet connection before class. For any questions before purchasing, feel free to message the teacher. To reschedule a class, please cancel at least 12 hours before the lesson. Cancellations made within 12 hours are non-refundable and non-reschedulable. If you expect to be late, please inform the teacher in advance. Students who fail to join within 15 minutes of the class start time will be marked absent. For communication, please use AmazingTalker messages or LINE. LINE: reneemhchen