How To Know if You’re Ready To Teach Piano

BY KAYLA BEIRNE

There is nothing better than sharing your passions with the world and guiding the future of piano players. This is how to know if you’re ready to teach piano.

Many of us wonder at what point the transition begins from student to teacher. In many ways, we are always learning, and the hunt for knowledge never stops. However, there comes a time when you have enough knowledge that you can now share it with others, guiding them in their journey. When does that moment start? Keep reading more about knowing if you’re ready to teach piano.

Do You Want To?

You have likely heard the saying, “Those who can’t, teach,” but that saying just isn’t true—many of us have run into teachers who aren’t fantastic teachers either. The truth of the matter is that just because you know something incredibly well doesn’t mean you will be able to pass on that knowledge to others. As such, the makings of an amazing teacher start with the passion and desire to teach—this is the first step in determining if you’re ready to teach piano.

You Are a Great Organizer

Even the best instructors can struggle with terrible organization skills. It is no secret that many instructors have to juggle a multitude of responsibilities that requires a great ability to organize, lest you face a cascade of paperwork. That is why, as a piano teacher, you need to know how to track your piano students’ progress in lessons, which will help you adjust your instruction to aid them. You are nearly ready to become a piano teacher when you have great organization skills coupled with a passion for teaching.

You Are OK With Faltering

Learning how to take a little faltering in stride and get up better than before is a true skill. As someone who has played piano your whole life, you likely are a little familiar with faltering, which will serve you greatly as an instructor. You won’t instruct perfectly the very first time.

You will have to adjust your lesson plans repeatedly. Passion for teaching will take you far when things get difficult, and it is virtually a guarantee that they will. Teaching is not easy, but it is ultimately rewarding.