Noa

An energetic, reliable, self-confident, experienced, highly organised and creative piano teacher with a commitment to inspiring and engaging children. Possessing a good classroom management skills, a clear and tuneful singing voice and the ability to play piano to a expert level and guitar to an intermediate level.

Tutoring Experience

January 2018 - Present. Piano and music theory lessons at James Wolfe Primary School. Greenwich.
Delivering one to one lessons from year 1 to year 6.
Planning and preparing lessons in relation to individual pupils' needs and examination syllabuses.
- Acquiring appropriate teaching materials and resources.
- Teaching music theory, aural skills and practical techniques to pupils.
- Entering and preparing pupils for examinations ( ABRSM, TRINITY ).
- Motivating pupils and encouraging progress.
Liaising with academic staff and parents.
- Ensuring up-to-date knowledge and awareness of examination requirements.
- Assessing pupils’ abilities, providing feedback and writing reports.
Arranging recitals and concerts for pupils' families and friends.

June 2017-December 2019. Piano and music theory lessons at Open2music. London.
Delivering one to one lessons at all levels, from beginner to diploma standards.
Preparing students to ABRSM and Trinity qualifications.
Covering classical and contemporary piano styles.
Training students in performance, improvisation and composition.

January 2018 - April 2019. Keyboard lessons at SoundSteps Music. South East London.
Delivering group keyboard lessons to children from 6 to 11 years old.
Teaching students to read conventional notation and chord charts.

January 2016 - July 2017. Piano lessons at Compass School Southwark. London.
Teaching children between 6 and 13 years old.
Planning lessons and overall schemes of work for pupils.
Delivering one to one and group lessons incorporating elements of general musicianship, such as ear training and theory, as well as instrumental technique and interpretation.
Preparing students to ABRSM grades.
Accompanying on piano for exams entrants and concerts.
Organising workshops in collaboration with the music teacher involving different types of percussion instruments, singing and keyboards.

May 2012-Present. Private piano and music theory lessons (all levels/all ages) Blackheath. London.
Teaching students to read conventional notation and chord charts.
Delivering instrumental and aural analysis tuition.
Training students in performance, improvisation and composition.
Covering classical, pop and basic jazz piano style.

October 2012-March 2012. Trainee music teacher at C.E.I.P Garcia Barbon, Vigo. Spain.
Teaching children between 5 to 12 years old.
Supporting the work of a successful and well established music department.
Teaching pupils the basic principles of music and singing, such as melody, beat and tempo.
Evaluating student’s interest, aptitude and temperament to determine a suitable instrument for them.
Planning and preparing music class for pupils.
Showing pupils the difference between musical styles such as pop music, jazz and classical.
Meeting parents, the performing arts team and other teachers to discuss a pupils progress.
Taking students on outgoings to musical events.
Teaching pupils how to correctly play musical instruments like piano, guitar and tambourines.

Tutoring Approach

I teach my students how to read conventional music notation. Play different piano styles as classical, pop, jazz, funk, reggae in a fun and engaging way. I support my students through examinations like ABRSM & Trinity as well as preparing them for live performance as a solo pianist or in a band situation