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1:1 Coaching

Personalized Coaching for Music Educators

Are you a music teacher looking to grow your studio, improve your teaching methods, or build a thriving career? My 1:1 coaching is designed to help you reach your goals with tailored strategies, expert insights, and actionable steps.

There are many elements to teaching that I can help you with: studio growth and marketing, teaching strategies and student engagement, time and business management, curriculum development and lesson planning, pricing, policies, and financial growth. No matter what your teaching employment situation is, my many years of experience can be of great benefit to help you improve your teaching. 

Sarah Molenaar

Studio Growth and Marketing

How I Can Help You:

  • Learn how to attract high-quality students who are committed to learning.

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  • Develop a strong online presence through social media, SEO, and digital marketing.

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  • Create a brand identity that sets you apart from other music teachers.

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  • Get practical strategies for student retention and word-of-mouth referrals.

Teaching Strategies and Student Engagement

How I Can Help You:

  • Streamline your scheduling and reduce administrative overwhelm.

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  • Implement systems that allow you to focus on teaching while managing your studio efficiently.

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  • Learn how to set healthy boundaries with students and parents to avoid burnout.

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  • Gain work-life balance strategies so you can enjoy both teaching and personal time.

Time and Business management

How I Can Help You:

  • Discover innovative ways to keep students motivated and excited about lessons.

 

  • Learn how to tailor lessons to different learning styles and personalities.

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  • Improve student accountability and progress tracking with effective techniques.

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  • Incorporate games, activities, and technology to enhance learning.

Curriculum development and Lesson Planning

How I Can Help You:

  • Design engaging lesson plans that keep students progressing consistently.

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  • Develop structured programs that can be adapted for students of different skill levels.

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  • Learn how to integrate creativity, technique, and theory effectively.

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  • Acquire the skills to teach online porficiently 

Pricing, Policies and Financial Growth

How I Can Help You:

  • Set competitive rates that reflect your value and expertise.

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  • Create clear policies that protect your business while ensuring a smooth experience for students.

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  •  Learn how to confidently communicate your pricing and policies to parents and students.

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  • Explore ways to add additional income streams, such as group lessons, online courses, or workshops.

Why work with me?

With years of experience in teaching piano and theory in different employment capacities, I understand the unique challenges teachers face. I have taught at several different music schools in two different cities and have run my own home studio for almost 10 years. Additionally, I worked for 5 years managing a music school with 14 teachers and almost 400 students. 

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My coaching sessions are practical, supportive, and tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale, I’ll help you take the next step with confidence. 

What Music Teachers are Saying

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Daniel

I never thought I could get 4 new private students registered within three weeks time. When I incorporated Sarah's strategies, I actually did it! I got 5 students!

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Peter

After the session with Sarah, I revamped my website design and I got so many complements on it. It's so much more organized and has a clear path for new students to register. 

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Sampson

I was struggling with student retention and Sarah's strategies really helped make my lessons more exciting. I notice my word of mouth referrals are now starting to happen. 

Here's How it Works

First Session: Let's Chat About Your Goals

In this call we'll:

  • Discuss your current situation and what challenges you may be facing

  • Identify your goals both short-term and long-term

  • Create an actionable plan to help you improve​

Next Sessions: Keep Striving

In subsequent calls we'll:

  • ​Review your progress on your short and long term goals

  • Answer any questions you have on our action plan

  • Discuss any new topics that are of interest​​

After each session you'll receive:

  • An e-mail with a summary of what we discussed

  • Links to resources, templates, or relevant exercises

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Contact Information

Sarah Molenaar

Wurtemburg Street

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

613-241-5722

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