Dear asia london
Meet Our Team
Our Teachers
선생님
せんせい
老师们
Here is our ever-expanding teaching team. All of our teachers are native speakers, with education background or work experience in the linguistic and/or education sector. Hank-picked and trained by our academic managers, we are proud to say they are some of the best in town. Strong academic resources, dynamic teachers, interactive lessons are the three success factors to our school.
Korean Teachers 한국어 팀
Ley Lee
Korean Manager
- 7+ years of teaching
- Korean 1st grade teacher qualified
“An-nyung-haseyo! I have been teaching various languages not only in Korea but also in countries like the UK and Australia since 2017. Through this experience, I have had the opportunity to share Korean culture and meet many students who love Korea. I would like to have enjoyable and fun Korean language classes with all of you. I welcome all students who are interested in learning Korean and have an interest in Korean culture. “
Jade Sim
Korean Teacher
- 6+ Years of teaching
“Hi there! I’m Jade from Seoul, Korea. With over 7 years of teaching experience in fabulous spots like San Francisco, the Netherlands, and London, I’m your go-to language expert.
Let’s explore Korean language and culture together. Planning a Korea trip or just up for some language fun? I’ve got the perfect mix of slang and real-life expressions to spice it up. Join me on this exciting learning journey!!
Songyi Kang
Korean Teacher
- 3+ years teaching
- Taught internationally
“Hello, 안녕하세요 🙂 I’m Songyi from Seoul. I’ve been teaching Korean for three years. It has been an amazing experience teaching and meeting students.
I understand that learning a foreign language can be challenging, and that’s why I’m here! I hope you’re not only enjoying learning Korean but also discovering Korean culture and having a great time with me. I’m excited to teach you!”
Jay Jeong
Korean Teacher
- 7+ years of teaching
- PhD Researcher
- Korean teacher qualified
“만나서 반갑습니다! Hey all, I’m Jay from South Korea. Education for me is learning together rather than teaching & learning, and I’m so thrilled to learn with you all. Learning a new language should be based upon cultural narratives and real life examples so I would encourage you all to bring your own experience with Korean pop culture – it will help you develop a deeper engagement with the Korean language! Don’t worry if you don’t know where to start, we will figure it out together. 화이팅!”
Yollin Lee
Korean Teacher
- 2+ years of teaching
- Magician Performer
“I was born in Busan but studied in Seoul so you can learn how different Korean accents are. With my teaching Korean experience in Seoul and Paris to exchange students from diverse countries, I completely understand how challenging it is to learn new languages. Before being a tutor, I was working in the Korean entertainment industry. I guarantee my class is full of joyful interaction. 🙂 환영합니다!”
Billy Kong
Korean Teacher
- 5+ years teaching training
- Running ‘KoreanBilly’ channel.
“An-nyung, everyone!
I’m from South Korea, and I’ve been teaching Korean and English as well as producing video content under my nickname KoreanBilly!
As I’m a language learner as well, I understand that learning a foreign language is super exciting and tricky at the same time, and I know learning a language should be fun.
I will not only help you improve your Korean but also make you get more into the Korean culture! See you in the class! “
Trevor Yeom
Korean Teacher
- 1+ years teaching experience
- Certified Korean language teacher
“안녕하세요 everyone! My name is Trevor from Seoul and I’ll be your Korean language teacher. With a passion for learning languages and cultural exchange, I’m thrilled to guide you through the fascinating journey of learning Korean. Let’s embark on this adventure together. Study/practice is bitter but its fruit will be sweeter.”
Japanese Teachers 日本人教師
Ryuichi Hayashi
Japanese Teacher
- 5 Years of teaching
- Teach Japanese as Foreign Language
- Taught over 120 students
“Hello, I’m Ryuichi, originally from Osaka. I love traveling and music, and I have been working in the music industry as well. As a Japanese teacher, I have been teaching students of all ages and backgrounds. Throughout my career, I have consistently prioritized building trusting relationships with my students and boosting their motivation as essential elements of my teaching approach. I promise to help you improve your Japanese step by step. Let’s study Japanese together with me!”
Honami Ochi
Japanese Teacher
- 3+ Years of teaching
- Sociology degree
- Teach Japanese as a foreign language
“Hi, I’m Honami. I grew up in the countryside of Japan – a prefecture called Ehime, spent my teenage/formative years in the United States, and started living in London in my mid-twenties. Learning another language is more than just studying textbooks and taking notes. It’s about becoming familiar with its cultural context and discovering a different way of experiencing the world. I would love to be a part of your Japanese-learning journey; I’ll be sharing many insights, philosophies and travel tips as well as teaching you Japanese language. See you in class! :)”
Hibiki Kanda
Japanese Teacher
- 3+ Years of teaching
- SOAS MA student
- Multilingual skills
“Hello my name is Hibiki! I am from Yokohama. I spent 6 years of my childhood in London from the age of 9. During that time, I struggled to maintain my Japanese and had to relearn Japanese from scratch. This experience always helps me relate to students of the difficulties as well as the fun sides of learning Japanese.
I am a huge believer that you need to enjoy the process of learning a language and I hope I can help you through your Japanese journey! Looking forward to meeting you in class! “
Ritsuko Coe
Japanese Teacher
- 10+ Years of teaching
- MA in Education
“Hi, I am fully qualified with a Bachelor’s degree in teaching and 10 years of tutoring experience. Outside of tutoring, I have a keen interest in travelling around Europe, it’s true adventure! The continent is filled with diverse countries, cultures, cuisines and history! “
lisa Miyaki
Japanese Teacher
- 1+ Years of teaching
- BA in Linguistic Studies
“Hi, konnichiwa! I am Lisa from Tokyo, Japan. I was born and raised in Fukuoka, but I graduated from university in Tokyo city. During university, I supported exchange students who came to my university. Students and I really enjoyed discussing Japanese culture, such as tea ceremonies (making tea and matcha sweets), how to wear a kimono, and we also visited temples and shrines.
I will create a relaxing and friendly classroom atmosphere, making the lessons enjoyable for students interested in Japanese culture and language! I am excited to teach you!”
Kako Moriyama
Japanese Teacher
- 1+ Years of teaching
- BA International Relations in Japan
“Hello, I’m Kako from Osaka, Japan. Based on my major, I have experienced an amazing year studying abroad in Los Angeles. Alongside my studies, I earned a qualification to teach English at middle and high schools, deepening my passion for education. As I embark on teaching Japanese, my goal is to share not just the language but also Japan’s rich culture, drawing from my experiences. Excited to bring a personal touch to lessons, fostering a deeper understanding of Japan!“
Chinese Teachers 中文老师
Vivien Mo
Chinese Manager
- 10+ Years of teaching
- Language & Business management background
- Founder & Director
“Welcome to our school! We set out to build Dear Asia as the best language school for Asian languages, and a cultural hub for everything Asian. We hope you enjoy our courses and events. We even wrote the Chinese books for our students.“
Yujie Zhang
Chinese Teacher
- 6+ Years of teaching
- Senior Chinese teaching certificate
- Most passionate teacher in action
“My love for teaching stem from the fact that I am a creative person, and I love utilising creative methods in my classes. I use both Chinese music and cuisine to stimulate my students’ appetite for Chinese culture. There is never a dull moment in my class, it will reach all your senses!“
Dongying Huang
Chinese Teacher
- 5+ Years of teaching
- MA in Education
- Business Chinese Teacher
“I believe that the primary function of language is for communication and the ultimate goal is to satisfy your never-ending thirst for knowledge! Whether you want to pass HSK exams (any level) or would just like to learn Chinese as a hobby, I can help you. In my class, you will not only learn the origin and structure of Chinese characters, pronunciation and grammar, but you will also learn about Chinese history and customs. Whether you are a complete beginner or already know many Chinese words, I am here to help you become more fluent so that you can become confident in all situations where Chinese is being spoken. If you have any questions, do get in touch. Looking forward to meeting you soon!“
Bruce Xiao
Chinese Teacher
- 2+ Years of teaching
- KCL PhD Linguistic Reseach
- China – Australia – England
“Hi I’m Bruce, an ongoing PhD student who’s been learning, teaching, researching languages in different contexts. Since young I’ve been dreaming to teach Chinese to the world and so glad that I can make it true in London now. An interactive, relaxing and friendly classroom atmosphere is all I chase after, and I can’t wait to accompany you from basic level to advanced proficiency in Chinese”
Joy Zhu
Chinese Teacher
- 6+ Years of teaching
- MA in Education
- Taught in US, UK, China
“Based on my nearly six years of teaching experience in China, the United States, and the United Kingdom, I accept multiculturalism and enjoy teaching languages. I believe that studying a language is an excellent way to get to know a country. I’d like to join everyone who is interested in Chinese culture on a journey. Through a series of contextualised activities and entertaining exercises, I intend to help you get to know Mandarin and the people around you better.”
Zoe Zou
Chinese Teacher
- 6+ Years of teaching
- PhD in KCL ongoing
- Great private tutor
“Hi, I am Zoe. Having achieved my MA in applied linguistics with high distinction, I am now a PhD student researching intercultural communication and multilingual competency. Not only academically competent and theoretically equipped, I also have diverse experience of teaching learners at different ages and levels. Moreover, I worked as a head teacher at a Chinese public school for two years. I am always keen to modify my pedagogies to suit a variety of students. I truly believe that the primary function of language is for communication and the ultimate aim for language teaching is to help students develop a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. In my class, you will learn Mandarin in an easy, efficient and engaging way. I am always there for you in the wonderful journey of discovering the magic of Mandarin!”
our Learning team
교육부
学習部門
学习部
They are the busy bees that bring order and support to our teachers and students. From enquiry to placement, we support every student in the best way we can throughout your learning journey.
Genevieve Ho
Learning Manager
- 5+ Years of teaching
- Mandarin & Cantonese Speaker
“Hi, I’m Gen from Hongkong. Here at the school, not only I dedicate my time helping students and teachers, I also teach Chinese lessons and perhaps Cantonese soon “
Mei Zhuo
Learning Coordinator
- 5+ Years of teaching
- Taiwanese teacher
“Hi, I am Mei from Taiwan. I have been teaching Mandarin in London for the past couple of years, prior to that, I was teaching in Taiwan and Hongkong. “
our Social team
문화 행사팀
活動部
活动部
They are the designers of your experience with us at all events. Make sure to subscribe to our event calendar, you don’t want to miss out on many of the fun stuff they organise!
Ryllis Wu
Social Manager
“At Dear Asia, apart from language learning, we strive to bring you immersive cultural experiences and events to satisfy the curious mind. Our bespoke events and workshops are perfect for corporate team by bringing people together and enriching their cultural knowledge at the same time. We love to see when people leave our event with a big smile!”
Lesley Lee
Digital Assistant
“Hi, I am Lesley from Hongkong. I major in graphic communication. In my spare time, I also take up photography as a hobby”