About me
Language has been a journey that’s shaped my life, opening doors to new cultures and connections. Hi, I’m Huong! For the last 20 years, I’ve been studying, teaching and living languages. I'm fluent in three languages—Vietnamese, English, and Mandarin—and am continuing to develop my skills in Japanese and Spanish. Throughout my journey, I’ve encountered and embraced many other languages, I always try to learn a few phrases wherever I go to connect with locals and show respect. Since 2013, I’ve focused my career on teaching Vietnamese. I have worked with hundreds of learners from five continents—including executives from organizations like the UN, European Union, IFC, and various embassies in Hanoi. Through my teaching, I wish to pay tribute to the joys of language learning and to help create a bridge between Vietnamese culture and others.
Teaching method
What I use is a student-centered approach; I work closely with my students to tailor the lessons to each person's needs. This results in a personalized Vietnamese program that focuses on each student's strengths in language learning, rather than a general blanket approach that works for some and not for others. My focus is on practical, real-world Vietnamese. I understand that people have different motivations and different learning styles, and I have created specific programs for different learners - those who simply want a crash course, those seeking to elevate their language skills, or those who strive for fluency.
What makes my work different?
Teaching and coaching languages has been my passion for over 10 years, and I still wake up every day excited to work with people. I've had the privilege of guiding learners from all walks of life, many of my students come from multicultural families or have lived in multiple countries, each with their own unique stories and backgrounds.
I've worked with first-time language learners as well as polyglots who already speak six to eight languages fluently. I have students ranging in age from 14 to 74. I have experience working with neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals. I've helped people who've lived in Vietnam for decades finally start speaking our language.
The diverse backgrounds of people I work with push me to keep learning and adapting. My teaching methodology is super flexible; I tailor every lesson to the unique learner in front of me. I bring a deep curiosity about each student and everything I know to provide the best support and guidance possible.
As a practical learner myself, I design my programs based on what I know works. I constantly improve my materials from a learner’s point of view, keeping them engaging and effective. Switching between multiple languages throughout the day, I have a knack for drawing relevant references from languages I’ve studied—like Mandarin, Spanish, or Japanese—and filtering out unnecessary complexity. I teach practical, real-world communication, focusing only on the most useful vocabulary and structures.
If you're fluent in Mandarin and English, we’d make a powerful team. I can help you bridge exactly the right vocabulary and grammar and sidestep common pitfalls. I know the shortcuts that work best for your brain. Our sessions would be dynamic and fun, bouncing between languages, and I can show you how to “fly” forward so much faster.
One of my unique strengths is creating custom-tailored curricula for higher-level learners. I have written language-focused lessons on specialized topics like investment, green energy, international trade, law, gender equality, and more, so you’re not just learning a language—you’re learning it within your field.
Ultimately, my goal is to help you filter out the noise and take a streamlined, efficient approach to learning. If you love languages and enjoy learning, nothing will stand in the way of your progress.
I look forward to supporting you on your language adventure. Let's achieve your goals together!
Huong Nguyen