FIS Year 12 student and MUN Director with IGCSE A*s in English and Spanish DELF B2. 4-year tutor who uses the Feynman Technique to build language mastery and confidence.
Subjects
- English
- French
- IGCSE English Language
- IGCSE English Literature
About me
Nina is a Year 12 student at the French International School of Hong Kong studying the IB curriculum, teaching English and French while bringing a multilingual perspective shaped by her French roots and lifelong experience in Hong Kong. She speaks four languages and is passionate about global affairs, communication, and cultural exchange. Outside academics, she participates in Model United Nations, equestrian riding, and singing.
Qualifications
Nina earned A*s in IGCSE English Language, English Literature, and Spanish, and holds French DELF B2 certification while preparing for C1. Additionally, she has received multiple Model United Nations awards for oratory excellence.
Experience
Nina has 4 years of experience tutoring primary students under Stryv, specializing in language-oriented teaching including beginner French, oral English, and language comprehension. She has served as MUN club Director for 3 years, working with students ages 11–18 to develop public speaking and critical thinking skills. Additionally, she has experience in a bilingual French-English school setting, bringing cross-cultural language expertise to her teaching.
Teaching approach
Nina starts sessions with a brain starter to build a productive mindset, then primarily uses the Feynman Technique where students assess prior knowledge, refine thoughts, and simplify notes until they can explain concepts to a beginner. Throughout lessons, she highlights small tricks and tips for reviewing and personalizes both published and personal resources for each student. To support this approach, she ends sessions with a review of what was learned, what's now understood, and what needs further attention.