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    Chinese classes in Berkeley, CA: Find a private tutor near you

    Do you want to follow private online Chinese lessons in Berkeley, CA? On Preply you can choose from 3590 Chinese teachers near you for 1-to-1 lessons online. With online instead of face-to-face lessons you can attend classes at any moment you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning progress. Book online Chinese lessons in Berkeley, CA. Preply is the fastest growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 lessons. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for personal development, we have the best tutor for you. Schedule Chinese classes near you and start learning today! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online Chinese classes.
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    3,590 Chinese(Mandarin) teachers available

    • Tutor chinese Yu Feng Z.

      $

      20

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      Patient tutor with 4 years of experience See you on preply.
      For beginners, I can help with the basic knowledge about Pinyin and help you with a new Chinese name.

      I have 4 years ,and have the certificate of CTCSOL

      Book the trial lesson and you find another to learn Chinese. So cant wait to talk with you, try my best to help you with your Chinese.

      Why choose Yu Feng Z.
      "Yu Feng/Kris Zhou is an excellent teacher. He always prepares materials according to my requirements, and he adapts them suitably to my level. He is enthusiastic about teaching, and has good energy throughout the class. I really enjoy his class and I recommend you book his trial lesson."
      Edward

      Edward

      March 9, 2021

    • Tutor chinese 桃花 王.

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      通过一节课,可以实现85%拼音的自主阅读,从而认识汉字。 我是Grace,我来自中国上海,我的母语是中文,我喜欢交朋友、旅游,性格开朗。我在大学主修英语,我有四年教授外国人学习中文的经验,我喜欢中国文化并且对世界文化有着强烈的好奇心,能够带领学生们欣赏丰富多样的中国文化及中文,让我感觉很有成就感。
      我有4年的外籍汉语教学经验,我的课程具体系统性及专业性,我可以提供不同类型课程,不同年龄段和不同汉语水平的学生提供汉语课程,我也可以把握学生的需求,为每个学生计设最适合的课程。
      对于低年级的学生,我会更加注重课堂的趣味性,通过各种游戏来抓住孩子们的注意力,让他们在乐趣中学习。
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      Why choose 桃花 王.
      "Top notch tutor! Grace is talented, thoughtful, and well prepared for lessons. Highly recommended. "
      Michael

      Michael

      February 25, 2024

    • Tutor chinese Yanjing Z.

      $

      5

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      Certificated tutors for over 10 years. CTCSOL, TESOL, MBA Professional Languages Tutor For children, we read interesting picture books and practice listening, speaking and writing. For adults, I can design a course to suit your needs, including spoken and commercial Mandarin.
      I have a good enunciation, so I synchronise English’s pronunciation to Mandarin’s, to have students easily manage it in an easy way.

      Why choose Yanjing Z.
      "Ms. Yanjing has exceeded my expectations regarding her teaching excellence. She is very organised, patient and easy to communicate with. I'm finding her enthusiasm for teaching is truly amazing. This all makes the difficult task of learning Chinese interesting and rewarding. If your looking for a competent and friendly teacher than I would have no hesitation on recommending Ms. Yanjing. "
      Mr.

      Mr.

      May 9, 2024

    • Tutor chinese Anna W.

      $

      32

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      HSK all levels & Daily conversation - Children's Chinese lessons
      - Business Chinese.
      - Daily conversation and everyday life Chinese to include travel.
      All classes come with free PDF.
      If you are looking for an experienced, professional, patient, fun teacher, I'm just what you're looking for.

      Why choose Anna W.
      "So far the best Chinese teacher, what I have met. Professional, with patience and wide knowledge. I would like recommend her. Pity, that there are only 5 stars, she deserves more :)"
      Petr

      Petr

      July 1, 2021

    • Tutor chinese Yun Hong L.

      New

      tutor

      $

      11

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      Start to speak in the fun, flexible environment! I will help you to engage in the class! Let's enjoy learning Mandarin! 🌻Here's my teaching method


      🌻Lastly thanks for wataching until here:)
      For the trial lesson, we will discuss your learning goals and your level, show me as much as you can in the classes!
      🌻If you have any question before booking send a message to me :) and I can't wait to see you in the class!

    • Tutor chinese Christine G.
      Super Tutor

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Certified tutor with 10 years of experience Will take your Chinese fluency to the next level.
      - Business Chinese tutor with 20 years' corporate background.
      - I will make you fluent in Chinese with personalized and engaging lessons!
      For primary,middle and high school students, I am good at listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

      Why choose Christine G.
      "Great tutoring! Learning very quickly!"
      Liam

      Liam

      April 28, 2023

    • Tutor chinese 华 袁.
      Super Tutor

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      Experienced and Certificated tutor for Chinese Teaching, Patient and responsible person Students and I will have vivid practice with real life , it makes the Chinese learning more relax and fun.
      Book the trail lesson with me, Let's start from clear your goal and make your goal close to you step by step together. Thanks!
      I will be very happy to see every step or progress my students made, and I wish to help them to make more and more progress.

      Why choose 华 袁.
      "Lisa speaks English well but what sets her apart is her patience and positive energy. She makes classes relaxed and she knows how to accommodate to your needs. "
      Cécilia

      Cécilia

      February 14, 2023

    • Tutor chinese Wency Y.
      Super Tutor

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Bilingual teacher, 8-year export trading working experience But if we can learn it in a fun way, I bet you'll fall in love with it. And teaching is kind of same as my previous work. Well I'm still getting there though. Hope you'll enjoy the classes with me.

      learning a language is not easy. My aim at my class is never let any of my students leaving the class with confusion and disappointment.

      Why choose Wency Y.
      "wency is a really good tutor ,she is understandable and patient ,she focus on conversation and also provides materials ,if you are a beginner and you need a good tutor Wency is this one "
      Jenny

      Jenny

      October 11, 2022

    • Tutor chinese Fan Y.

      New

      tutor

      $

      11

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      A Professional voice actor who got highest level of PuTongHua Proficiency. Chat with me, Learn with me! The highest level of PuTongHua.
      So I can speak clear TV Broadcaster style accent but also chat or speak like a friend in mandarin. I have known clearly about how to learn a foreign language well.
      So no matter what your current lever is, I will tailor my classes to your own needs.

    • Tutor chinese Ping P.
      Super Tutor

      $

      35

      50-min lesson

      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Berkeley, CA

        Speaks

      native Chinese speaker from BEIJING china ⭐️ if it is the first time for you to come to my class, I will spend more time to get to know you, and I also hope you can get to know me better. Together, I will find a learning method suitable for you, so that you can learn Chinese faster. ⭐️ If you have any new ideas, please let me know

      Why choose Ping P.
      "Ping is extremely kind, patient and smiley! I’m at the beginning of my mandarin journey, and she is helping me every step of the way! 100% recommend 😊"
      Luke

      Luke

      October 11, 2021

    Why Preply is the best site to learn chinese(mandarin) in Berkeley, CA

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    chinese(mandarin) tutors with an average rating of 5 and up to 121 reviews

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    chinese(mandarin) lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    Berkeley, CA

    $19 / hr

    Average rates for chinese(mandarin) classes in Berkeley, CA

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native chinese(mandarin) speakers

    $25 / hr

    Non native chinese(mandarin) speakers

    $25 / hr

    The average cost for chinese(mandarin) classes in Berkeley, CA may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

    How Chinese(Mandarin) learners from Berkeley, CA rate their Preply experience
    Nick rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Feb 5, 2024
    Hongli is very detailed, patient, and kind. She makes the learning environment very warm. She teaches very practical content that is very useful. Thanks!
    Vinanda rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Feb 5, 2024
    Wang Laoshi is an excellent and friendly Chinese teacher, she is well prepared and makes Chinese fun, interesting, and easy to learn. She helps practice with Chinese speaking skills and HSK in a very professional way. I would recommend her for any one you who wants to improve your Chinese.
    Sebastian rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Feb 4, 2024
    Verna is a great teacher! She is very professional, and always friendly. She encourages you and has lots of patience. She especially prepares the classes according to your learning level. Studying with Verna, my Chinese has improved a lot. Verna also gives you tailor made homework, and corrects i...
    Arkadiusz rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Feb 4, 2024
    The best chinese tutor on preply, she gives very valuable advices and you can learn a lot from classes. :)
    Omar rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Feb 4, 2024
    Kenny is a fantastic teacher, he is very patient and knowledgeable. He encourages me to speak and write, after only two lessons I have written many Chinese characters and can say and understand a few words and sentences. Highly recommended, he is very friendly and patient as well.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How do I improve my Chinese in Berkeley, CA and what does it take in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study using special programs, you have four principal options for learning Chinese interactively in Berkeley, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your other option can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can opt for a private Chinese tutor in Berkeley, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Berkeley, CA and online Chinese tutors.

    🎟 How expensive is it to learn Chinese and what are the ballpark lesson costs for Chinese tutors?

    For university and college courses you can estimate Chinese course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of about 50 class hours each semester. Language academies and private Chinese tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the better priced Chinese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 13 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, positive reviews and popularity. Real student rating average for Chinese lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.

    📚 What level of Chinese do I need to sign up for a course?

    When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. Planned classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and graded tasks, so research the details in advance. With personal Chinese tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other specializations they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Chinese not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?

    Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Chinese. In reality, you can gain basic Chinese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback 5 hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, have simple conversations, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Chinese. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Chinese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.

    🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Chinese?

    Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Chinese will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Chinese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Chinese out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Chinese classes online.

    🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Chinese coach?

    In colleges and universities, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Chinese tutors with full profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.

    🗓 What time of day and on which days are classes available?

    Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.