
Amy Tsao
Mandarin Instructor
Amy Tsao is a Mandarin Chinese teacher with over a decade of experience teaching in Massachusetts. She has worked with adults and teens in diverse settings, including private, charter, virtual, and public schools. She teaches both group and private classes, as well as programs designed for heritage speakers. Amy holds a Bachelor's degree in English Language and Linguistics and a graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Chinese.
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Amy is passionate about creating student-centered learning experiences and enjoys using modern approaches like comprehensible input, Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Storytelling (TPRS), authentic materials, and technology to make lessons engaging. With a background in linguistics, second language acquisition, and cultural competence, she strives to help her students develop a deep understanding and appreciation for the Chinese language and culture.
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