Our Leadership
OUR FOUNDERS
Shuling
Co-Founder
Shuling leads the teaching and curriculum direction at Super Mandarin, drawing on her extensive experience in Chinese language and literacy education. She works closely with teachers to create structured, practical and engaging learning experiences for students of different ages and backgrounds. Shuling believes that every child is a capable language learner and is passionate about helping students build strong foundations and lasting confidence in Mandarin.
Vanessa
Co-Founder
Vanessa plays a key role in Super Mandarin’s marketing while continuing to teach and connect with young learners. With experience in bilingual education across China and Australia, she brings an early childhood perspective to both teaching and program communication. Vanessa is passionate about helping families discover meaningful Mandarin learning experiences and encouraging children to connect with language and culture in a warm and engaging environment.
CENTRE LEADERSHIP
Miranda Lao Shi
Centre Manager & Mandarin Teacher
Miranda oversees centre operations, program coordination and family communication. Her background in Visual Communication and Early Childhood Education brings creativity, organisation and an understanding of how children learn. She believes that when children feel secure, encouraged and genuinely enjoy learning, they are more likely to develop the curiosity, confidence and motivation to grow—not only as language learners, but as lifelong learners.
OUR TEACHING TEAM
Learning with Care and Expertise
Asta Lao Shi
Mandarin Teacher
With a postgraduate background in Early Childhood Teaching from Curtin University, Asta brings a strong understanding of how young children learn. Her playful, student-centred lessons use songs, games and interactive activities to make Mandarin meaningful and enjoyable. She creates a supportive environment where students can build language skills, confidence and a positive connection with learning.
Xiangyi Lao Shi
Mandarin Teacher
Xiangyi is currently completing a Master of Teaching at Edith Cowan University and has experience teaching children of different ages and language abilities. She uses games, creative activities and hands-on learning to make her lessons engaging and accessible. Her warm approach helps students communicate with confidence and develop a genuine interest in Chinese language and culture.
Avery Lao Shi
Mandarin Teacher
With a degree in Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages, Avery has experience teaching both young learners and adults. Her imaginative lessons turn everyday moments into opportunities to explore, communicate and discover. Believing that every learner has their own strengths, she helps students find an approach that works for them, enjoy learning and grow in confidence.
Sitong Lao Shi
Online Tutor
Sitong is a CTCSOL-certified teacher with a Master of Education in International Chinese Language Education from BISU. She has taught through Confucius Institutes and international schools in France and Morocco. With proficiency in French and English, she adapts her online lessons to each learner and creates an engaging, supportive environment for building confident Mandarin communication.
Here to Help Families
ADMINISTRATION TEAM
Peiling Lao Shi
Administration & Teaching Assistant
Peiling supports families with enquiries and assists teachers and students during classroom activities. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, she brings patience, clear communication and an understanding of children’s learning and development to her role. Her organisation and approachable manner help create a welcoming experience for the whole community.
Wenjing Lao Shi
Administration & Marketing Assistant
Wenjing supports daily operations, class scheduling, parent communication and social media content at Super Mandarin. With a background in early childhood education and strong Mandarin and English communication skills, she works closely with families and teachers to make enrolment and administration clear and smooth. Her thoughtful support helps create a welcoming and positive experience for both students and families.
All our trainers are all highly-qualified native Mandarin speakers with distinction levels from the National Putonghua Proficiency Assessment.
All trainers are required to understand and familiarise themselves with the basic education system in Australia, as well as the WA Curriculum in Chinese Subjects.
All our trainers are passionate and dedicated to fostering a love for learning, providing effective communication, adapting to evolving educational practices, demonstrating empathy, patience, and a commitment to continuous professional development.
所有我们的教员是经国委认证的优良中文母语者。
所有教员需要理解并了解澳大利亚基本教育体制及西澳课程纲要里对中文科目基本教学大纲规定和要求。
她们热爱教学，善于沟通，充满耐心，爱心和责任心，并寻求长期专业发展。
