Become a Musical StepsLicensed Teacher

! ! ! ! ! “I can choose the days and hours I work, I earn good money and I! ! ! ! ! feel rewarded when I see the children improve and develop. I can ! ! ! ! ! spend lots of time with my family because I am my own boss, but ! ! ! ! ! I still have a support network. Work is always fun!”! ! ! ! ! Dawn Forsyth, Musical Steps Teacher since 2003, Glasgow

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What is special about Musical Steps?There are several things that set us apart from other classes and make Musical Steps such a special experience for our class members:

educational content - the hidden secret ingredient- activities are based on proven teaching techniques from the world-renowned Kodaly, Dalcroze & Suzuki methods- we teach all the basic musical concepts, skills and terminology- children experiment with percussion and learn how to play the instruments correctly- we play excerpts of ‘real’ music, so the children hear performances by great musicians & learn different musical

styles- classes are written by a qualified teacher, music graduate & published educational author who has years of

experience and expertise in early-years music- the educational content really is hidden - we have to point it out to parents, as they often don’t notice it amongst all

the fun!

our activities - we understand what children can do, and we know what they enjoy

- some of our activities are more challenging than you might expect - the children will amaze you with their response

- some of our activities are easier than you might expect because they need to be - eg our toddler Song System™ contains songs with only two or three different notes and extremely simple rhythms. The children love these because they are at the right level for them musically - ie they can actually sing them - and they love the funny actions and games that go with them.

- we use props and visual aids effectively to hold the children’s attention- we have the right amount of variety, and the right amount of repetition so the children have fun and learn at the

same time

simplicity - with babies and young children, less is definitely more

- no backing tracks means no distractions, and so the babies and children focus on the activities- simple unaccompanied singing means the children can hear the melody and develop their musical ‘ear’- parents describe the classes as a special time to bond with their child - because our activities are so easy to do- no backing tracks means the teacher is able to communicate directly with the children and connect with them

the atmosphere

- classes are fun and friendly- we get to know the adults as well as the children, and we learn everyone’s name- we have the right mix of calm and lively activities

Our class members say:

! ! “we love it” ! !

! ! “the content is excellent and varied” ! !

! ! “the highlight of our week”

Why teach with Musical Steps?Flexibility - choose your own working hours and location, and no fixed tie-in period.

Affordability - small initial investment means it’s possible to be profitable within months.

Training & on-going support - tried-and-tested methods, the benefit of our experience, and your own personal mentor.

Our website - teaching resources and your own promotional homepage.

It’s rewarding - make a positive impact on the children and parents, and earn a good income.

“I love it! It’s great to work for myself and be in control. I love the flexibility of doing classes when it suits me. I love working with all the children and seeing them develop both as individuals and also within the class. I know what I am doing is worthwhile and having an effect.”Inga Jack, Musical Steps Teacher, Fife

Who can teach with Musical Steps?We have a flexible recruitment policy and every application is considered on an individual basis. Formal music and/or teaching qualifications are desirable, but not essential, as experience is just as important, and we provide full training.

Our teachers have

•energy & enthusiasm•musical ability•professionalism•great communication skills•experience with children•a sense of fun•commitment

“Musical Steps has enriched my l i fe immensely. I earn good money, and I always get a huge thrill when I see a child progress and develop new skills through my teaching.”Iona McNab, Musical Steps Teacher, Linlithgow

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Enjoy the freedom of working for yourself with full on-going support from us.

! ! “I love it! It’s great to work for myself and be in control. I love the ! ! flexibility of teaching when it suits me. I love working with the ! ! children and seeing them develop through the classes. I know ! ! what I am doing is worthwhile and having a positive effect.”! ! Inga Jack, Musical Steps Teacher since 2008, Fife

! ! “Musical Steps has enriched my life immensely. I earn good money, ! ! and I always get a huge thrill when I see a child progress and develop ! ! new skills through my teaching.”! ! Iona McNab, Musical Steps Teacher since 2005, Linlithgow

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How does the Licensed Teacher Programme work?Step One: Teacher TrainingOur Online Teacher Training includes a comprehensive downloadable teacher's manual, lesson plans, songs, training videos, and downloadable marketing/administration materials. The course covers the following: Teaching the classes•Musical Steps Baby & Toddler Curriculum•Musicianship & teaching skills • Background Theory•Health and Safety

Setting up & running your classes•Finding the right venues•Effective marketing and how to get free publicity•Our administration package•Musical Steps for nurseries & children's parties•How to use the teachers' area of our website

On successful completion of the course you’ll be awarded the Musical Steps Teaching Certificate.“I really enjoyed the whole course. It was a friendly and fun class as well as being very informative. Thanks for giving me this wonderful opportunity.” Rhona Bain, Musical Steps Teacher since 2007, Glenrothes

Step Two: Teaching LicenceAs a Musical Steps Licensed Teacher, you receive all of the following benefits:•permission to teach an unlimited number of Musical Steps Baby and Toddler classes•permission to teach Musical Steps sessions in nurseries, playgroups etc•permission to provide Musical Steps entertainment at children’s parties•permission to use the name Musical Steps and our registered trademark logo• a comprehensive downloadable teacher’s manual• access to the teachers’ area on the Musical Steps website • your own homepage on the Musical Steps website to advertise your classes• full Baby Band and Toddler Troupe class plans & activities•downloadable marketing and administration materials, including poster, flyers & press releases•PPL music licence (to allow public playing of recorded music in the UK)•on-going help and support, including your own personal teacher-mentor

EquipmentIn our classes we use sets of quality percussion instruments, puppets and other props & visual aids to bring the activities to life, and we supply our teachers with a choice of equipment packages at subsidised rates.

Apply NowYou can apply online at www.musicalsteps.co.uk or contact us now for more information or an informal no-obligation chat. We’d love to hear from you!

“I really enjoy teaching with Musical Steps. I’m getting the benefits of a franchise but in a much more friendly and supportive environment.”! Dawn Ford, Musical Steps Teacher, Stirlingshire

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