When it comes to tutor qualifications, we have you covered.

We have built up an unrivaled network of independent Chinese/Mandarin tutors that spans Shanghai and major cities in China. Every week, we receive new applications from prospective tutors, and only the top 20% are accepted into our team (about 20% of the applicants).

We adhere strictly to our standards and do not make exceptions or compromises. Each tutor in ShanghaiTutors community goes through credentials verification (ID, diplomas, certificates), resume evaluation, past student references and finally an interview screening process and meets our criteria:

1 Have or pursuing a university degree
2 Fluent in standard Mandarin without a regional accent
3 Good mastery of at least one foreign language
4 Knowledgeable about the Chinese language
5 Enthusiastic and skilled in teaching
6 Friendly and helpful

All tutors fall into three categories based on qualifications.

1. Category A: amateur teachers/novice teachers (just starting out)
Only recommended for non-beginners looking for extra listening & spoken practice as a supplement to formal learning.

2. Category AA: certified teachers/professional teachers (usually 2-5 years of experience)
Recommended for general purposes: conversation, academics, exam preps, career & personal growth, business, etc

3. Category AAA: star teachers (top trainers with experience in universities, international schools, corporate training, etc)
Recommended for: efficient learning & fast progress, business Chinese, industry-specific Chinese, group training.

You will find category in each tutor’s profile (marked as A, AA, AAA). The difference in their experience, qualifications, and popularity is reflected in tutoring rates. Most tutors fall under Category AA (most popular choice by our clients), but you can always choose tutor based on your needs and budgets.