Music Teacher
Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level.
At a Glance
Music Teacher earns an average of $57,200/yr. Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 4.7 years. Top skills: Teaching, Violin, Lesson Planning.
$57,200/yr
Master's degree
4.7 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Median Wage
$64,580/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-1.6%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Violin
Lesson Planning
Music Instruction
Behavior Management
Piano Pedagogy
Automated External Defibrillator
Lecturing
Registration
Theology
Instrumental Music
Curriculum Development
Learning Styles
Demonstration Skills
Educational Assessment
Learning Aids
Organizational Communications
Debating
Special Education
Common Skills (8)
Teaching
Customer Service
Positive Reinforcement
Management
Training And Development
Research
Scheduling
Certifications (4)
School Bus Endorsement
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Teaching Certificate
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
Related Specializations
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