6 Reasons You Need a Teaching Philosophy

November 3, 2023 Jennifer Boster

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A teaching philosophy is a written-out statement of your purpose in teaching, your core beliefs and goals related to your teaching, and why you teach that way. Have you ever sat down and written out your teaching philosophy for your piano studio? It can be super helpful to sit down and do this every so often.

Here are 6 reasons YOU need a teaching philosophy:

It helps you reach your target audience of piano students
Lays out your overarching goals for your studio
Helps guide all of your lesson planning
Helps you be more intentional with each lesson and each student
Provides a framework for how you run your piano teaching business
It puts into words your “WHY” of teaching piano

I have done this several times throughout the years. Just as my studio policies and my curriculum change and evolve as I learn and grow and work to become a better teacher, my teaching philosophy evolves and becomes refined the more I teach.

Here is the most recent iteration of my teaching philosophy:

I believe that music can be a lifelong pursuit and a transformative force in one’s life. Whether my students choose to continue to advanced study or not, my commitment is to shape well-rounded pianists who possess the tools and knowledge to be competent musicians and enjoy playing the piano for life. I do this through prioritizing musical literacy and strong sight-reading skills, fostering creativity, promoting music appreciation, and instilling a sense of musical generosity. I aim to inspire my students to embrace music as an essential and beautiful part of their lives. With these foundational principles at their fingertips, my students will not only experience the joy of being able to open a piano book and play any piece they desire, but will also develop a profound ability to touch hearts and bless lives through their musical talents.

Do you have a teaching philosophy? I’d love to read it! Share it in the comments.

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