Sophie P.

Sophie is a bilingual Mandarin-English tutor with over five years of experience helping students build a strong foundation in the Chinese language and culture. Originally from Shanghai, China, Sophie graduated from Barnard College of Columbia University with a 4.0 GPA in Psychology and a deep focus on language development and child learning. She has taught Mandarin at Modern Chinese School, where she designs engaging, age-appropriate lessons that make Mandarin accessible and fun for young learners.
Sophie brings a warm, student-centered approach to every session, drawing on her background in education and cross-cultural communication to tailor her teaching to each learner’s needs. She believes that language learning should inspire confidence, curiosity, and joy. With patience, creativity, and a focus on interactive and meaningful instruction, Sophie supports students not just in mastering Mandarin but in truly enjoying the process.