Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: Getting Appropriate Schooling and Training
• Method 2 of 2: Get certified as a music teacher
• Tips

If you love everything related to music, then a career as a music teacher will be ideal for you. It is also suitable for those who can teach as a musician, especially if you need to increase your income by helping others develop their skills and talents. To become a music teacher, you must at least complete a bachelor's degree. You need to have a foundation: vocals, playing instruments, or all at once. Most schools also require music certifications.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: Getting Appropriate Schooling and Training

1. 1 Complete 4 years of college or university with a music profiling discipline. Take courses in music education and training, music history, music theory, and music production.
   • Most colleges and universities require you to have a musical background when applying for admission, so it will be a plus for you if you can play a musical instrument or sing.
   • Some schools may also require students to attend a music program as part of the application process.
2. 2 Define your specialty. Most schools offer corresponding faculties, for example if you play the piano or guitar.
   • Other notable courses include vocals for singers or composers. Your major can help you apply your knowledge in the classroom, depending on the student project.
3. 3 Take advantage of hands-on learning opportunities. Depending on the school curriculum, you may need to work either as a student teacher or supervise an experienced music teacher in the classroom.
   • Find out how teachers distribute activities such as reading music, rehearsing songs, or organizing an orchestra or jazz ensemble.

Method 2 of 2: Get certified as a music teacher

1. 1 If you plan to teach at a school, you will receive certificates. Follow the instructions, depending on the state in which you live, to apply for a certified license.
   • Government certification bodies and national bodies such as the National Association of Music Teachers offer curricula and exams that must be passed for certification.
   • General requirements for applying for certification include a bachelor's degree in music. The licensing organization will be able to assess your knowledge of music as well as your ability to work with students.
2. 2 Search for jobs in schools. Most post-college career centers, online job sites, and music education associations post vacancies.
   • You can find jobs listed under different titles. There are some opportunities for teachers who wish to focus on general music education or vocal and choral teaching. You can find work in a band or as an orchestra leader.

Tips

• To become a high school music teacher, you must have a master's or PhD in music.
• The salary of a music teacher often depends on the degree of education. An aspiring teacher with a master's degree generally earns more than an aspiring teacher with a bachelor's degree.
• Make sure you know how to play multiple instruments now, as well as how to sing and what notes are.