Hello! My name is Ngân
I've been teaching Vietnamese to people of all ages and skill levels for over three years and I've been teaching on my own since 2023. As an avid language learner, I understand the fear of starting a new language. As a Vietnamese American, I have felt the perceived shame of relearning your own language.
Each student's journey with me is unique, but my goal is always to focus on grammar and vocabulary with an emphasis on cultural nuances and picking up on cues that help my students understand native speakers and respond with ease. I aim to reduce the stress of conversation as much as possible. If this sounds like your kind of lesson, I hope we get to work together soon!
Experience
2023-2024
Vietnamese Instructor
San Jose Learning Center
Focused on topics surrounding travel, work, and greeting new family
Taught adults 18+
2018-present
Volunteer Vietnamese Teacher
Chùa An Lạc
Taught kindergarten level Vietnamese to children ages 11-18
Kept in constant contact with parents about progress
2017-2022
Bachelor of Arts, Ethnic Studies
Santa Clara University
Received the Alumni Service Award for my volunteer work at the temple