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

    Do you want to follow private online Chinese lessons in Walnut Creek, CA? On Preply you can select from 3576 Chinese tutors around you for 1-to-1 lessons online. With online instead of in-person lessons you can attend lessons at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Plan online Chinese lessons in Walnut Creek, CA. Preply is the quickest growing language learning platform for online private classes. 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 teacher for you. Book 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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    3,576 Chinese(Mandarin) teachers available

    • Tutor chinese Huajun L.
      New tutor

      $

      23

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      New tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks
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      Certified tutor with 10 years experience, rich hobbies and more languages! I believe we can communicate smoothly and have a good time together!

      I have 10 years teaching experience in TOEFL, IELTS and Japanese.

      Unlock your potential with an experienced tutor who can make learning fun and engaging. I got certificate for Putonghua and the relavant English certificate like BEC, JLPT and high school English teaching qualification and so on.

    • Tutor chinese Xiaoli L.
      New tutor

      $

      7

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      New tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      One year study experience in the UK and one year work experience as a Chinese teacher in Indonesia. I look forward to your reservation. In addition, I also like painting and running in my spare time. I used to run a coffee shop, so I like coffee very much.

      I have one year work experience in teaching Chinese as a foreign language in Indonesia, one-on-one offline Chinese training. Especially HSK 1-4, I am good at teaching in a ...

    • Tutor chinese Kim S.
      Super Tutor

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      Super Tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      Experienced high school teachers Years of teaching experience, both online and offline, have made me more compassionate, patient and responsible with my students. So come to my class. Culture, or I want to skillfully use the Chinese language to discuss various topics, I really want to help you.

      Why choose Kim S.
      "He is a very patient and good tutor! I am sure he will help me to improve my listening and speaking skills!"
      jim

      jim

      December 26, 2020

    • Tutor chinese Yingying Z.

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      new Chinese tutor with TESOL background I have known as an easy-going, positive, organised, and kind person from what my family and friends have told me. I would like to start my Chinese teaching career on Preply, using methodology like Communicative Language Teaching which aims at helping my students learn Chinese through talking.

      Why choose Yingying Z.
      "My son was smiling broadly after the lesson...trust me, this is not an easy to achieve after effect! He said the teacher made sure he is confident about the content of the lesson, about the vocabulary and the grammar points. Thank you very much! "
      Monica

      Monica

      September 5, 2022

    • Tutor chinese Yun Hong L.
      New tutor

      $

      11

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      New tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      Start to speak in the fun, flexible environment! I will help you to engage in the class! Let's enjoy learning Mandarin! I will encourage my students to speak more, I had English tutor before so I can understand the nervous of speaking, I’m very patient, don’t feel any stressed in my class!
      Sometimes I will bring you to order a drinks or food for me through the phone, a real challenge for you!

    • Tutor chinese 小娈 线.

      $

      7

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      既幽默又有耐心的中文老师 ◆沟通表达能力比较强,擅长与学员沟通和互动,极容易成为学员的好朋友,好老师。
      ◆具有三年的教学经验,对学员的心理把握的很准确。
      ▶对于成年人,我会借用英语发音的特点来加深学生印象,后期我还会给学生布置作业,每堂课我都会跟进学生的发音,纠正学生的错误,以反复练习来让学生加深印象.
      ◆针对小学生,我会把日常生活融入到学习中的来加深学生的理解,并带他们不断复习所学知识,加深他们的印象。
      ♦随时为学生改变教学计划,可根据您的目标更改课件或教学计划,达到您想达到的想学习目标。
      我是一名全职中文教师,到现在已经有四年的教学经验了,我有将近十个国家的学生,有充足的时间供您选择,无论你是汉语初学者还是新手,我 ...

      Why choose 小娈 线.
      "She is a good teacher"
      Nasir

      Nasir

      September 29, 2022

    • Tutor chinese Yanjing Z.

      $

      5

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      Certificated tutors for over 10 years. CTCSOL, TESOL, MBA Professional Languages Tutor I have a good enunciation, so I synchronise English’s pronunciation to Mandarin’s, to have students easily manage it in an easy way. About the most difficult part in Chinese – the characters, we begin with very interesting pictures which related to them.

      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 必瑛 陈.

      $

      6

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks

      国际汉语教师证,1000多个小时的教学经验(包括成人和儿童课,汉语和英语教学)。HSK/YCT/旅游汉语/零基础/汉语口语/综合汉语 ✅经过多年的汉语教学,清楚外国学生学习中的难点和痛点,教学有针对性。
      ✅对于学生,我是认真负责的,教过的学生有欧美,东南亚,日韩和香港的,
      ✅0基础的学生,我们会从基础拼音和日常口语开始。我会用英语,图片和视频辅助教学,不用担心听不懂学不会。
      ✅国际汉语教师证,1000多个小时的教学经验.
      ✅丰富的教材。课本,自制的PPT,影音资料,新闻。
      ✅我的课轻松有趣。得到很多学生的好评。
      ✅汉语听、说、读、写技能训练。
      ✅沉浸式互动课堂。课堂中尽量多地用汉语表达,这样更容易让学生的听说能力得到很大的提高。

      Why choose 必瑛 陈.
      "Biying is an excellent Chinese Teacher"
      Abdullah

      Abdullah

      May 15, 2022

    • Tutor chinese Xingruo L.

      $

      5

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      A lively and cheerful Chinese teacher;like teaching;Have patience;Standard of Mandarin,Correct your pronunciation,Teach you practical Chinese When preparing lessons, I strive to understand the textbook thoroughly, identify the key points and difficulties accurately; During class, use various teaching methods comprehensively, such as pronunciation: demonstration method, diagram method, etc. Book a trial class with me and let's discuss your goals together.

      Why choose Xingruo L.
      "I am currently mainly having conversational mandarin. Xingrou is able to engage me in various topics to help me in fluency and expand my vocabularly."
      Ming

      Ming

      March 20, 2024

    • Tutor chinese Kai Z.
      Super Tutor

      $

      55

      50-min lesson

      First lesson is free
      Super Tutor
      First lesson is free
      • Chinese(Mandarin)

      Time zone: Walnut Creek, CA

        Speaks
      +3

      Certified Chinese Teacher with 8 Years of Experience - Tailored Lessons to Meet Your Needs and Goals As someone who is passionate about language learning, I speak Mandarin and Hunanese (Xiang) as my native languages, in addition to English, Russian, some Spanish, and a little bit of French. I love meeting people from all over the world and learning about their cultures, and I believe that a ...

      Why choose Kai Z.
      "Very knowledgeable on the intricacies of Mandarin grammar and ways that culture is expressed through language. I definitely recommend Kai, he has a well thought-out lesson plan that is appropriately paced for someone that can give at least a little bit of effort towards learning the language."
      Sean

      Sean

      November 3, 2023

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

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    Our chinese(mandarin) tutors on average answer students in 3 hours

    chinese(mandarin) lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    Walnut Creek, CA

    $17 / hr

    Average rates for chinese(mandarin) classes in Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, 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 Walnut Creek, CA rate their Preply experience
    서영 rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Jan 3, 2024
    She is a very passionate teacher. She teaches easily and well. It was good that she taught me the parts that I wanted and set my pronunciation correctly. She was such a kind teacher.
    Gordon rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Jan 3, 2024
    Libyan is a great tutor. Very patient, with a great plan to help you progress. Highly recommended.
    Wyatt rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Jan 3, 2024
    Really good tutor who is patient and takes her time, no matter if you are being slow at learning some words. Also very empathetic to native English speakers on how hard it is to learn a tonal language when starting from a Germanic language. As long as you are willing to put in your own motivation...
    Adrian rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Jan 3, 2024
    Cian Yue is patient and attentive, she is always prepared and has good learning material. She will adapt to your goals and your needs.
    Pang rated · Chinese tutor.
    5.0Jan 3, 2024
    Wendy 老师 is very friendly. Furthermore, She has a test and can evaluate students. That made my time with her very worthwhile!

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How do I improve my Chinese in Walnut Creek, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study using apps, you have four principal options for learning Chinese interactively in Walnut Creek, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your second option can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Chinese tutor in Walnut Creek, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Walnut Creek, CA and online Chinese tutors.

    🎟 Is it expensive to learn Chinese and what does a lesson with a tutor of Chinese cost?

    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 price of 45-48 lesson hours each semester. Language schools and independent Chinese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Chinese tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 13 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor hometown, experience and student demand. Average student satisfaction for Chinese lessons on Preply is 4.95 out of 5 stars.

    📚 How much Chinese do I need to know to sign up for a course?

    When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program 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 instruction for beginners, etc.) For better flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Chinese so hard and are there ways to learn it in a better way?

    Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Chinese. Realistically, you can gain basic Chinese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand most sentences, express yourself, shop and place orders in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Chinese. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Chinese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.

    🤷 How long does it take to master Chinese?

    Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Chinese will necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The actual range of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Chinese or proficiency in other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Chinese out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Chinese classes online.

    🤳 Can I choose my own Chinese coach?

    In language learning academies, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Chinese tutors with extensive profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.

    🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?

    Colleges as a rule offer classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.