Oliver Smith
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Talented Piano Teacher with considerable experience teaching students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Particularly talented at teaching children and younger students. Eagerly introduced various musical styles to maintain student interest. Applied effective teaching techniques to instruct students on music theory and provide solid foundation for learning.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Piano Teacher
Westboro Academy
01.2016 - Current
Piano Teacher
Ècole Élémentaire Catholique Sainte-Geneviève
01.2009 - Current
Piano Teacher
Self Employed
06.2003 - Current
- Boosted student confidence in their abilities through consistent positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Introduced students to appropriate hand positioning, finger transitions and pedal use.
- Communicated with parents regarding upcoming events and student progress.
- Developed personalized curriculum for each student to cater to their unique learning styles and needs.
- Provided constructive feedback on technique, expression, posture, rhythm-reading skills during weekly private lessons.
- Coordinated recitals and musical events to showcase student achievements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Composition
University of Ottawa
Ottawa04.2004
Skills
I have been playing/performing piano for the past 30 years
I have been teaching piano privately for the past 20 years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Piano Teacher
Westboro Academy
01.2016 - Current
Piano Teacher
Ècole Élémentaire Catholique Sainte-Geneviève
01.2009 - Current
Piano Teacher
Self Employed
06.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music Composition
University of Ottawa
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