Gan Jia Yi
Gender: Female Tutor
Qualification: University
Name of the University: James Cook University
Qualification Achieved in which Major: Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science and Business
Grades: Malaysia SPM result of: SPM result of: 2 A : i) English with 1119 (GCE-O 3B), ii) Mathematics. 2 B+:i) Additional Mathematics, ii) Moral. 3 B :i) Chinese, ii) Bahasa Melayu, iii) History. 1 C+:i) Biology 2 C :i) Physics, ii) Chemistry
Graduated Year: 2013
Type of Tutor: Others
Experience (in year): 1 - 2 Years
Experience and Dedication: Highest Education: Bachelor’s Degree holder. Currently working as an R&D Aquaculture Scientist with almost 8 years of formal professional experience.
Grades & Subject Expertise: Achieved strong results in SPM Chinese during secondary school in Malaysia.
Main tutoring focus: Chinese language (academic syllabus and conversational). Also interested in teaching mental arithmetic, helping students build a strong foundation in number sense, speed calculation, and logical problem-solving.
Teaching Experience: While I have no formal tutoring experience yet, I have a strong passion for teaching and confidence in my ability to pick up tutoring skills quickly. My professional background involves mentoring interns, presenting complex research clearly, and guiding junior colleagues — experiences that have developed strong communication and teaching skills.
Teaching Materials & Support: Able to prepare customised learning resources, including notes, exercises, practice drills, and exam-style practices. Lessons tailored to each student’s needs, whether for Chinese exam preparation, conversational fluency, or sharpening mental arithmetic skills.
Student Progress & Potential Outcomes: Though I am a new tutor, I bring the commitment, patience, and adaptability needed to help students improve steadily. Focus on building confidence, accuracy, and speed — ensuring that students not only perform well academically but also strengthen their long-term learning abilities.
Teaching Methods & Strengths: Flexible teaching style: I can be a fun and engaging teacher to make lessons enjoyable, or a strict tutor to ensure discipline and focus, depending on the student’s needs. Emphasis on understanding and application, not just memorisation. Patient, approachable, and adaptable — with strong analytical skills from my R&D background that help in designing effective learning strategies.
Other Highlights: Enthusiastic about education and committed to students’ success. Reliable, approachable, and flexible — able to adjust teaching style depending on different circumstances.
Commitment and Other Details:
Preferred Locations for Assignments: West (Pasir Panjang, Kent Ridge, Clementi, Dover, Buona Vista, Bukit Timah, Farrer Rd, Holland, Jurong East, Jurong West, Bukit Timah, Old Turf Club)
East (Lavender, Tai Seng, Kallang, Aljunied)
South (Harbourfront, Telok Blangah, Labrador Park, Mount Faber, Sentosa Cove, Depot Road, Tanjong Pagar, Marina South, Marina East)
North (Kranji, Mandai, Woodlands, Marsiling, Admiralty, Sembawang, Yishun, Khatib, Springleaf)
Central (Marina Bay, City Hall, Raffles Place, Chinatown, Shenton Way, Outram, Clarke Quay, High Street, Scotts Rd, Newton, Orchard Rd, River Valley, Stevens Rd, Novena, Braddell, Balestier, Macperson, Bugis, Victoria, Rochor, Tiong Bahru, Queenstown, Commonwealth, Bukit Merah, Redhill, Alexandra, Toa Payoh, Bukit Timah, Beach Road)
North East (Thomson Rd, Serangoon, Bartley, Marymount, Ang Mo Kio, Bishan, Yio Chu Kang)
North West (Caldecott, Farrer Rd, Bukit Gombak, Hillview, Choa Chu Kang)
Available Time Slots: Mon (9 am – 12 pm - 12 pm – 3 pm - 3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Tues (9 am – 12 pm - 12 pm – 3 pm - 3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Wed (9 am – 12 pm - 12 pm – 3 pm - 3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Thur (9 am – 12 pm - 12 pm – 3 pm - 3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Level & Subject: Preschool (English, Chinese, Arts, Math, Creative Writing)
Lower Primary (English, Chinese, Math)
Upper Primary (Chinese, Higher Chinese, Creative Writing)
Price: Preschool
-- English: 25
-- Math: 25
-- Chinese: 25
-- Creative Writing: 25
-- Arts: 25
Lower Primary
-- English: 35
-- Chinese: 35
-- Math: 35
Upper Primary
-- Chinese: 30
-- Higher Chinese: 35
-- Creative Writing: 30