Tutor's Self-Introduction
Hello everyone, I am Panda Saem, a private Korean-language tutor! With a decade of Korean teaching and a background in Chinese studies, I bring a rich blend of experience to our lessons. As an enthusiast and expert in Korean culture, I can provide a customized curriculum for each learner based on a rich and diverse range of learning materials.
Tutor's Qualifications
[Background]
- 2002-2007 Keimyung University, Bachelor's degree in Chinese Studies
- 2009-2012 Keimyung University, Master's degree in Foreign Language Education Department (formerly, Korean Studies)
- 2012 Korean Language Teacher Certification Level 2
- 2007-2012 Trained in Dongchoje Pansori "Simcheongga" and "Chunhyangga" and traditional Korean instruments: Daegeum, Danso, and Sogeum
[Certificates]
- Children's Traditional Korean Music Instructor
- Traditional Korean Music Play Instructor
- Children's Nanta Drum Instructor
- English Picture Book Instructor
- English Reading Instructor
- Board Game Instructor
- Chinese (HSK Level 5)
- Japanese (JPT 550)
[Experience]
- 2008-2009 Daegu Namgu Multicultural Family Support Center - Korean Language Home Tutor and Korean Language Class Instructor
- 2010-2010 Keimyung University Center for Multicultural Society Research and Education - Social Integration Program Instructor
- 2010-2012 Daegu Suseonggu Multicultural Family Support Center - Korean Language Class Instructor
- 2011 National Changwon University International Exchange Institute, Korean Language Institute - Korean Language Instructor
- 2011-2012 National Andong University International Exchange Institute, Korean Language Institute - Korean Language Instructor
- 2012-2014 Yeongcheon City Multicultural Family Support Center - Korean Language Class Instructor
- 2014 Pohang Indeok Elementary School - After-School Program Chinese Language Instructor
- 2014 Handong University & KDB Nanum Foundation 2014 Summer Korean Language Training Program, Korean Language Instructor for Ethnic Koreans
- 2022 POPOPO Magazine
- Interview and Article Writing on Kwon Song-hee, Former Member and Pansori Singer of Leenalchi
- Co-authoring of PAPAPA, a Children's Textbook for Comparing Korean and Chinese Cultures
- 2018-2020 Uiduk University (Gyeongju) International Education Institute Korean Language Institute - Korean Language Instructor
- 2023 Traditional Korean Music Chamber Orchestra 'Purieon' (Pohang) - Demonstration Project Competition for the Traditional Game "Wolwolicheoncheong"
- Writing Short Drama Scripts and Assisting Plays
Course Curriculum
[Daily Korean]
- Beginner: Hangul and Pronunciation
- Elementary: Elementary Vocabulary, Grammar, Patterns + Student's Requested Topics
- Intermediate: Intermediate Vocabulary, Grammar, Patterns + Student's Requested Topics
[TOPIK Exam Preparation]
- Level 3-4: Intermediate-level analysis and strategies for achieving targeted TOPIK levels
- Level 5-6: Advanced-level analysis and strategies for question solving
[Conversation Class]
- Business Korean: Designed for learners aiming to master Korean for professional purposes, using intermediate level business Korean textbooks and advanced office drama series.
- Advanced YouTube Korean: Master authentic Korean expressions through YouTube videos, beyond what textbooks offer.
- Picture Book Korean: Learn Korean culture and language deeply through picture books on Korean festivals and seasons.
- Travel Korean: Learn essential Korean for traveling, focusing on popular destinations, traditional culture like Hanok and palaces, and useful expressions.