Tutors in Penang

Education

MBA

Experience

I graduated with second upper class in BSc in Business in 2010. I also completed MBA in UNITAR International University with CGPA of 3.88 in 2016 and ACCA Professional Qualification in 2020.   During my university studies, I was working as a part time tutor for around 4 years. I was handling BM, BI and Maths tuition classes for Standard 4 till Form 3. I am also a certified TESOL (English) teacher. Subsequently after graduation, I started my working life in commerce and banking industry while teaching tuition part time for many years. Currently I am full time lecturer in one of the tertiary colleges in Penang.   Overall I have more than 8 years of teaching tuition experience in English, Maths, Add Maths and Economics for secondary schools (SPM, IGCSE) and pre-university levels (STPM).

Tutoring Approach

My aim as a tutor is to create in my students a deep understanding and confidence in answering exam questions and  being able to tackle new and unfamiliar problems.   My philosophy is based on the idea that learning happens in an environment of mutual respect in which the student is encouraged to think and make new connections for themselves.  My experience has been that one-to-one personal tuition has a unique value to students because of the ability to resolve the students’ personal barriers to learning in a way that lays the foundations for a deep and lasting understanding of the subject. My approach varies depending on the student’s needs and learning style. However my teaching philosophy is based on encouraging students to think for themselves, using real-world exampleswherever possible. I start from topics the students are comfortable with and move gradually towards more complex areas as their confidence builds. I use questions and examples to check understanding continually.  I don’t lecture to students or ask them to memorise things.  Nor do I do the students’ homework for them! I usually focus on exam-style or past paper questions in order to check, practice and perfect the student’s understanding and technique. I also give a lot of emphasis to some of the less obvious but vital skills such as essay structure and technique, logical thought, and the effective use of numbers and graphs.

Reviews

Henry Ooi

07/04/16

His teaching was awesome. He was able to explain Economic concepts and calculation in much simpler ways. It has helped me a lot in Macroeconomics. He is able to explain the concept well together with worked examples so that I can understand and do better. I really would like to thank him for teaching me.

Cheah Sye Ling

18/11/16

Ooi Kean Seng is very patient and has a great teaching style. Short and clear notes are provided.

Wei Wen Ooi

22/11/21

Great tutor with great explanation and materials. He is willing to answer my questions even after hours. He is also very friendly and easy to talk to. Overall, I’m very satisfied with his teaching.

Education

M.Sc (Statistics), B.Sc. (Statistics).

Experience

I am a Math/Stat Lecturer of a college, and formerly a sixth former math teacher. I am currently also provide private tuition for students (Subject : Math/Stat for SPM, STPM, IGCSE, A level, IB, College, University). My experience : I have been in teaching/tutoring for more than 15years+. My Qualification : Msc(Stat), Bsc(Stat). Thank you for viewing.

Tutoring Approach

Understanding Concepts and more Practices. Stress and highlight of common mistakes and traps. Identify and recognise the problems faced by students in understanding, through observation and interaction (for example, if student writes 3+3=9, he may just make a common error or he may have more serious concept recognisation problem).

Review

Shafik

27/12/21

I had a STAT exam in 2 days and it was a very last minute request, but Mr Mike helped me a lot. We had around 2 hrs class of a week refresh doing many questions and he was very passionate and detailed when he was tutoring. Cleared all my doubts well and it was a huge assistance for me just before the exam. I will highly recommend Mr Mike and his teaching. Thank you

Education

Master in Pharmacy

Experience

Taught IB Biology, IGCSE, Cambridge A Level and Edexcel A Level Biology since 2018.   Have taught 38 students from INTI International College Penang, Tenby School Penang, Dalat International School, Fairview International School, Penang, The International School of Penang (Uplands), Prince of Wales Island International School (POWIIS), Suzhou Singapore International School.   Had published more than 10 articles in peer-reviewed reputable journals and coauthored 3 books (You can just search my name: Wong Zhi Yen in google).  

Tutoring Approach

One to one, Group Learning, Conceptual Understanding, Individualised approach

Reviews

Rishvan Gunalan

08/04/19

Wong is a competent tutor who is flexible to your capabilities and is committed to meet your learning objectives. He is able to understand the difficulties you might face and adapt to the best mode of tutoring. Apart from that, his friendly nature and ability to establish a enjoyable environment will definitely improve your learning experience. I would highly recommend him as your tutor especially for one on one classes.

Nuralya Qistina

13/05/19

He is very passionate and knowledgeable about the subject and always encourages me to be better. My performance in Biology has drastically improved thanks to Mr. Wong!

Daniel Rojas

23/05/19

He helps me increase my grades in Biology and teaches me new things in the process.

Zeti Ayuni

13/09/19

Wong is very flexible with time. He is polite and he adapts his teaching according to the student's needs.

Theresa Wong

13/09/19

The things that really make Mr. Wong an exceptional teacher are his passion, kindness and patience.

John

14/05/21

Breaks down complex materials into bitesize pieces of information that makes understanding easier.

Ajung

14/06/21

Good tutor for me. I will definitely recommend him.

Justin Kim

18/01/22

Mr Wong is a compassionate teacher that has many areas of expertise. He is very patient and can communicate with you well not only during but also after tuition hours. He makes lessons very engaging and enjoyable. He manages to make physics fun!!! He likes to teach me about the importance of understanding rather than memorising, which has impacted me a lot in a positive manner. He is always reluctant and prepared to answer difficult questions. Mr Wong is very warm and accessible. After meeting him I have seen a great increase in my grades. He is a great mentor and tutor to me.

Zhang Yong

18/01/22

I like that he teaches me the content of the subject thoroughly and he manages to find time for any extra lessons I might needed.

Education

Master Degree

Experience

HIGHEST QUALIFICATION: Master Degree in IT fromUSM & Bachelor of Science (Major Applied Physics and Mathematics) from UKM. TEACHING EXPERIENCE: I have 23 years of experience teaching SPM, O level, UEC, IGCSE level math, add math,physics and Chemistry. Besides, I also teaching STPM, AS & A2 level, college, Matriculation, University level related to mathematics, physics and statistics subject. The medium using is English. However, I can explain to you in Mandarin or Bahasa Malaysia or Hokkien.

Tutoring Approach

WHAT YOU WILL GET:​ Over the years, I have developed my owe simplify lesson note consist each chapter print ed with full color with help of some explanation diagram and photo. That is exactly what you will get by taking my class.​ LESSON FORMAT:​ Before start, I will provide the learning materials such as tuition note in color and chapter exercise material.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Experience

I am an Electronics and Electrical Engineering degree graduate from KDU college, Penang. I am strong at mathematics and physics. Besides that, I am a state player in chess since secondary school. I represented Penang 6 times in chess. I do train a lot of kids to become good chess players. I have been a private tutor in mathematics and chess for 5 years. I am patient in guiding my students to do well in exams and competitions. I always strive to provide my best service to all my students.

Tutoring Approach

I am a mathematics tutor of 5 years experience. During my lessons, I always teach 1 chapter at a time. If my students cannot remember whatever I taught, I will repeat them in the next lesson. Besides that, I always plan my lessons properly in order to make it as interesting as possible so that my students will not feel boring in my class. I am a chess tutor of 5 years experience as well. I have guided over 50 students to do well in chess competitions that are held in Penang, Kedah, Perak and Kuala Lumpur. I have my own chess syllabus (with over 100 microsoft word documents comprising of chess notes and exercises).

Education

Stpm

Experience

I had record of making student improve in Bahasa and avoiding go to Peralihan..My teaching is easy to understand and improvement to student

Tutoring Approach

Fun learning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Native German Speaker and Tutor, English Translator, TEFL Teacher

Experience

Providing correspondence tuition, assessing students' work according to given marking schemes, and giving feedback to students to help them in their learning. Providing academic support through face-to-face, telephone or electronic teaching methods. Monitoring the progress of students on their module. Being a first point of contact for students for module-related and study-related advice and support. Helping with the development of study skills in connection with the module.

Tutoring Approach

Captivate Students from the beginning. Innovative modern style of teaching English. References can be given if asked for. Native German Speaker who teaches Beginner to Advanced levels.

Education

Master

Experience

More than 10 years of teaching mathematics. Mostly coaching students to prepare for IGCSE Maths / IB Maths / SPM maths examination.

Tutoring Approach

Alert students not to make common�mistakes in mathematics. Provide step by step guidance to specific�area where student needs to pay attention, especially student who wish to learn and master mathematics�but lack of techniques�in answering�mathematics question.

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Experience

I am a dedicated tutor who has been teaching for 20 years. I have taught UPSR, PT3, SPM and college students. I also have experience teaching adult Bahasa Malaysia, English, MUET and IELTS classes.

Tutoring Approach

I use work book and provide notes for my students. Exam questions approach gives students confidence.

Education

Bachelors in classical music

Experience

I have worked as a Yamaha teacher in Singapore, Yamaha. I have also worked as an early childhood teacher in Macau. I have taught music for preschool to secondary in Qsi international school of Zhuhai China. Prepare students for ABRSM exams. Performed on The Royal Caribbean Cruise. Full passionate in music and love teaching kids. Can engage and contact well with kids. Energetic and creative approach to teaching. Believe that enjoying music is the key to create music.

Education

Master's Degree in English Studies

Experience

I have been teaching English for 12 years. Throughout the years, I have guided and helped students from all walks of life. Today, my students include kids, teenagers, and working adults. I teach the National, as well as the IGCSE English syllabus. I also train students for the ESOL, IELTS and MUET examinations. I believe that having a good command over the English language opens doors to a great array of opportunities, and therefore, providing people with the right set of English skills is one of my passions.

Tutoring Approach

I plan my lesson, and make all the necessary preparation ahead, including photocopy of handouts, and lesson content. Lessons involve reading, writing, listening and speaking. Having a good command over the English language, especially grammar, allows me to deliver lessons of impeccable quality. I believe in Albert Einstein's quote "If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.", and therefore, I make it a point of teaching in a simple, yet effective manner.

Education

Master of Science (Statistics) with First Class Degree

Experience

1) I am a Master's holder in Statistics from USM in the year 2019. I started to teach home tuition since 2013 and have guided many students from various levels.  2) I am a tutor specializing in teaching Mathematics subjects only. The subjects that I covered are Mathematics, Additional Mathematics and Statistics for SPM, STPM, UEC, IGCSE, O-Level and Cambridge A-Level. I can also guide Mathematics and Statistics subjects for Diploma, Certificate, Foundation and Degree levels.  3) Below are the levels that I covered for my tuition classes:  a) For National School (SMK and SMJK), I only accept Form 4 and Form 5 students.  b) For IGCSE and O-Level, I only covered Additional Mathematics subject.  c) For UEC, I only accept Senior Levels (Senior 1, 2 and 3).  d) For STPM, both Mathematics (T) and Mathematics (M) are accepted.  e) For Cambridge A-Level, I only accept Mathematics (9709) candidates. I do not cover Paper 4 (Mechanics).  f) For Diploma, Certificate, Foundation and Degree levels, please contact me via Whatsapp to discuss with me the subject details. If I have sufficient notes to cover the subject, then I will accept. 

Tutoring Approach

1) I prefer one-to-one tutoring. 2) I am teaching using my own prepared tuition handouts.  3) I can explain to students using Malay, English or Chinese languages, but I only accept students who learn Maths in English language as I only managed to prepare my tuition notes in English Language only.  4) In my tuition notes, I prepared sufficient examples to discuss with students together with commonly asked exam question examples. I also prepared many exercises so that students have enough practice.  5) For SPM students, I also prepared sufficient exercises for KBAT/ HOTS to help students in increasing their thinking skills so that they are able to answer this kind of question in the exam.  6) For all levels of students, my tuition notes are prepared matched with the syllabus and some questions similar with past year questions were included.   7) I will often provide extra time or extra classes for my students so that they are able to learn more from my class. 

Education

Diploma in Piano, ABRSM Piano, Rockschool Vocal - Ukulele

Experience

Adele Academy is an Enrichment Centre that caters to all aspect of the brain. From education to music & art to chess and public speaking, we offer all skill building classes (except dance!). We have teachers that have years upon years of teaching experience as well as performing experience and our students have significant improvement and prizes from various competitions. Come learn with us now!

Tutoring Approach

Our lessons are filled with variety that challenges all sides of that subject. And as stated before, all our teachers have been performing or are coaches to students that represent their respective schools. We also have experience teaching online and use various tools to assist our classes.

Education

Bachelor of Education

Experience

I have more than ten years teaching experience. I am a responsible and patience teacher. I always motivate and help my student prepare exam. My students enjoy my lessons.

Tutoring Approach

When exam is around d the corner, I will give my students do school past year exam questions. I guide my students do school homework and teach them extra reference books

Education

Swimming Coach/ Teacher

Experience

Swimming instructor – March 2014- now Teaching range of students (Age 3years and above) Swimming Teacher & Coach at ASA Swimming Academy Swimming Teacher & Coach at Straits International School, Penang Freelance swimming teacher at Penang Island Bronze Medallion certification International Live Saving (ILS) certification American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA) Level 1 & 2 STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming Certification STA CPR AED Certification

Education

Degree

Experience

Had been tutoring for 4 years now. Studied at School of Education in USM. Majoring in Tesol. (english course)... Love teaching and have patience to teach. Would love to help and improve poor student's result and help them to achieve better results.

Tutoring Approach

Would love to have a democratic way of learning. Use references book and require lots of practice and exercise. Could provide multimedia learning tool to enhance learning and understanding.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

Teaching experience: 2 years of Math and Science for Secondary School Students Strengths: I'm extremely patient Qualifications: B. Hons in Electronics Engineering

Tutoring Approach

For lessons: I prepare modules/ workbook and go through each question until the student gets it. For test prep: Solve as many questions and discuss the doubtful ones and focus on specific chapters.

Education

Bachelor degree in Business & Commerce from Tokyo

Experience

I've earned my JLPT N1 in the first year of my study in Japan, continued by a 4 years of degree in a locally renowned university Keio. I was a part time tutor teaching English to Japanese and vice versa. I design my class accordingly to suit different needs but will always be fun as I focus on active engagement and communication. Be it a skill up for your upcoming trip, preparation for your test, or just to enjoy anime without subtitles, you are most welcome :)

Tutoring Approach

I would like to invite you for a free mock up, where I get to know more about your needs and level. I would be able to assist you on reading, listening, and writing, depends on whichever you would like to focus on. I may also converse fully/ partially in Japanese during the class (no worries, I did that before and there will be no problem in communication), according to your level. There will be no homework (yes, most of my students are busy working adults) but I do hope you can at least commit to a class per week, as practice and the environment are the most important keys to master a new language.

Reviews

Foo

21/09/20

If you are planning to start your Japanese Language Journey, Ms Kwan is the best tutor regardless of your current Level. I had started from 0 with Ms Kwan and so far i felt like i have progressed in a very efficient pace. It also helps that Ms Kwan is fluent in English and Mandarin which helps alot in explanation of Japanese via translation and the use of similar terms.

Kiew Lin Shuang

26/09/20

She is a patient, helpful and caring teacher.

Jojo

29/08/21

She is very friendly and optimistic. She's fluent in both English and Chinese so she's able to explain in both languages. Lessons are not exhausting or boring as they are always fun and educational. Not just about the Japanese language, it's about the Japanese culture overall. I personally believe that she's a great tutor at keeping a lesson interesting and informative.

Education

Bachelor degree

Experience

I am having good experienced in one to one home tutoring.

Tutoring Approach

Skype screen sharing and PPT notes for notes

Reviews

Keshika Palany Kumar

04/03/19

She always encourage me and her positivity makes me to have more interest in the language.

Ashmini K Gnanasegaran

16/04/19

She teaches me with utmost patience and also has a proper understanding as to my abilities to catch up with the classes.

Hemmy

03/06/19

How calm she is when she is trying to explain something as well as how hard she try to make sure her student manage to understand what she is trying to teach. She is very passionate and dedicated in what she is doing

Education

Bachelors Degree in Accounting

Experience

I worked in tuition centres for 2 years. And now I'm a full time home tutor.

Tutoring Approach

The lessons designed according to student's standards. I will use creative teaching methods to aid in comprehension and I am attentive to student's Psychological needs.

Reviews

Min Ning Boo

20/09/17

Ms Jophy was a very nice tutor. She took the time to evaluate the needed for my upcoming exam. I have started Accounting from a very basic understanding. Ms Jophy quickly adapts the level to meet me, while at the same time demands my full focus and intensity to learn as much as possible during the lessons. Fantastic so far. Would recommend to anyone.

Tarshini

23/10/17

Before having tuition, I had no interest at all in Accounting. Through my school's friend, I got to know Ms Jophy. I requested for a free trial class from her. And within 1 month, I started to understand Debit and Credit and some theories through mnemonics that she taught me. I love the tuition class and enjoyed the lesson. I got an A in the first exam I had taken after tuition and this boosted my interest in accounting even more! After three months, I decided to have tuition with Ms Jophy in Mathematics and Additional Mathematics. She prepared her own colored notes for me.

Vyonne Ooi

31/10/17

She is really helpful, experienced and understanding teacher. My girl and friends improved with her coaching. She is highly recommended as a tutor as her understanding on student's limitation and help them to overcome is really great. Appreciate on her effort.

Phang Jo Yee

21/11/17

She is a very patient teacher.

Shumine

21/11/17

She is a very patient teacher.

Ailee Shin

01/12/17

She is really kind. If you don't understand, she keep explaining to understand well.

Qing Yi Choo

12/12/17

Although she is quite new to me. But thanks to her, I finally understood what is prinsip perakaunan stands for. She taught me well. Thanks to her, my understanding improve a lot. She is also a very responsible tuition teacher. Now, I love prinsip perakaunan more than before!

Qing Yi Choo

22/12/17

I like her way of teaching. She taught me well and I understand what Prinsip Perakaunan stands for.

Michelle

09/01/18

Jophy has a lot of patience and the girls really like her. She makes learning engaging and fun and making kids memories easy. We feel we made a great choice. She is very talented as well.

Lee Sin En

09/01/18

She�s such a great and patient teacher. Her teaching method is effective and it�s easily understood by students. She makes her own notes with colorful inks so that it looks attractive. There will be a small test for you after teaching one chapter to test our understanding and strengthen our skills as well. A great learning experience with Ms Jophy Tan. Join her now!👍👍👍👍

Tan Ke Xin

16/01/18

Teacher Jophy is a patient teacher in teaching additional math. Before tuition, I used to fail in Additional Maths but after a few month of tuition I could pass in it and it gave me the confidence to get A in SPM!!!

Immran Johari

21/06/18

She always brings food and she makes the study environment enjoyable.

Amalia Damia Asrul Sani

21/06/18

I love her way of teaching. Our learning sessions are fun with many kinds of technique and tips on scoring excellent results. She also comes to tuition on time always. I highly recommend her.

Farah Nadia

21/06/18

She�s very funny and learning with her is enjoyable. She�s very nice and kind. Her teaching techniques are understandable and easy to score in the examination. I highly recommend her.

Education

Bachelor engineer

Experience

I have tutoring experience of one year. I alwats try to explain concepts in an Easy and understandable manner.

Review

Skylar Loh

05/01/21

She is very patient and explains concepts in an easy and understandable manner. Highly recommend her!

Education

1.Bsc(Econs). 2. Msc(financial Mangement)

Experience

I have 30 years of teaching experiences. SPM Mattematik / Ekonomi STPM ( A level) Ekonomi  Diploma Economics 

Tutoring Approach

1.General Outline 2. Main points 3. Mind map. 4. Revision exercises 5. Past Year questions

Review

Alyssa Marie

06/05/19

1) tutor is very keen on helping me to improve my grades. 2) lots of exercises during tuition, even though via Whatsapp 3) My marks have improved.

Education

Bachelor in Computer system & Networking

Experience

I have one year experience working as temporary lecturer for teaching Thai language(write & Read) for Politeknik student at Kuantan, for exchange student to thailand program. I've use my highest level thai language certificate to apply for this. This is my part time job when I'm studying in University, only saturday and sunday.

Review

Tony Teh

16/04/21

First I have not attended any class of L. Salidy. I would be happy to attend in class by K.Salidy to be a better in speaking Thai. And I am only available on weekend . That why I chosen her.

Education

Masters Of Informatics , Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Experience

I have been teaching SPM and IGCSE level Physics, Science and Maths for the past 6 years. My students have since graduated from school and are in the working arena, as well as pursuing their tertiary education in colleges. My years of experience working in the education and electronics industry has enabled me to conduct the following lectures with target audiences ranging from Secondary students, to students pursuing their diploma as well as to corporate clients. These subjects include Introduction to Raspberry Pi Programming, Physics for SPM, Mathematics for SPM, Physics for IGCSE, Mathemathics for IGCSE, Digital Electronics Fundamentals, Fundamentals of Arduino programming as well as C Program fundamentals.

Tutoring Approach

For Secondary school  students, I regularly use simple analogies to describe concepts to my students helping them to understand those concepts rather than memorizing them. I encourage a two-way interaction with my students in order to foster a critical thinking mindset. I also will converse in any language (English, Bahasa Melayu, Hokkien) that is prefered by the student to teach them effectively.  As for the Diploma/Foundation/A-level students, I will often share valuable insights and best known methods from the industry to better equip students at the university level to better prepare themselves for the working world.

Review

Milly

22/07/19

Very accommodating, informative, hardworking , patient and easily accessible. Well prepared for all the Mathematics classes. Lastly he's a very good tutor.

Education

Bachelor Engineering

Experience

I make teaching experience interesting by conducting discussions and quizzes as to have a better understanding that how much the student has imbibed and what more we need to work on. I work according to a planned schedule, so the syllabus is completed on time and we have ample time of revision. This makes student work under no pressure.

Tutoring Approach

I believe in Practical Knowledge and not in Theory if a person knows the practical implementation, the theory would be the easiest part in learning, I will teach with real life and live example and that too not kind of Teacher-Student but as friend-mentor.

Review

Shravan

14/11/18

Very humble and down to earth person, very passionate about the teaching, easily accessible by phone or gmail.