Local Government Council Opportunity: Singing Teacher

Singing teacher Current Vacancies

2006-11-25:

Singing teachers, sometimes known as vocal coaches, work with individuals and groups, teaching vocal skills, singing and music theory, composition and musical appreciation.

Singing teachers may also specialise in a particular singing style, for instance choral, opera, rhythm and blues, or pop.

Teachers work in a wide range of settings including primary and secondary schools, rehearsal studios, music colleges, and on a one-to-one private tuition basis.

administration of student examinations - organising performances
In schools, singing teachers work normal school hours, Monday to Friday.

Often, teachers divide their time between part-time work in schools and private tuition.

Music teachers may work in schools, colleges, arts centres, company training centres, public venues or in their own or clients home.

Freelance music teachers spend time travelling between different teaching venues, so a driving licence is useful.

Local authorities may have positions available for experienced singing and music teachers to act as coordinators of music teaching services within the local or regional area.

Many singing teachers work on a freelance basis.
Freelance teachers usually combine teaching privately with part-time or casual work for colleges and other organisations.

Newly qualified teachers working in state schools earn from 19,161 Inner London 23,001 a year.
Experienced teachers in state schools can earn 30,000 a year depending on performance and extra responsibilities.
ISM recommends hourly rates for freelance private tuition. (Permalink)