TC296: How to Find Music Instructors During this Employment Shortage with Dave Simon

Teacher recruitment is one of the most challenging aspects of running a music school. And with the current employment shortage, music school owners are really finding it hard to look for quality teachers. In this episode, Dave Simon presents a revolutionary idea that can potentially solve this problem for your studio. His in-depth discussion on this topic, as well as training teachers, marketing tips, and so much more will give you a simple and effective solution on how to find music instructors for your studio.

• Dave talks about the teacher shortage in the music industry.
• The number one challenge of running a music school.
• Considering group classes in your studio and how you can get more students into groups.
• Is it necessary to have a instructor with such a high level of musical understanding?
• Using marketing to persuade parents to join your group classes for beginners.
• Why hiring musicians is a good idea to get teachers for your studio.
• A sample of an ad on how to find music instructors for his studio.
• Dave shares a sample questionnaire for potential hires.
• Setting up a training program for your music instructors.

Links Mentioned

• Dave Simon Music Website

Today’s Guest

Dave Simon licenses his group music classes Kidzrock/Jr. Rockerz, and Piano Jam to educators worldwide. His programs allow complete beginners to experience the ultimate musical thrill; learning and performing music in an ensemble. Dave ran and operated a music school for 17 years in St. Louis Missouri where he developed a passion for marketing. He is also the host of the business growth podcast Music Lessons and Marketing.

Today’s Sponsor

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