Head of Piano Studies

fantasia music academy pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fantasia Music Academy in Singapore seeks a seasoned Head of Piano to lead our piano teaching team and oversee the quality and development of the programme. The role blends hands-on teaching with curriculum planning, teacher mentoring and academic leadership.

The successful candidate will mentor teachers, develop syllabi aligned with ABRSM and Trinity standards, and collaborate with management on recruitment and growth of the piano programme. Weekend teaching and events are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required or equivalent in music-related field.
• Proven track record of piano teaching and student progression.
• Experience leading a team of piano teachers and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual piano lessons for children and adults, from beginners to advanced and diploma levels.
• Prepare students for ABRSM and Trinity examinations, competitions, auditions and performances.
• Lead and mentor piano teachers through lesson observations, constructive feedback and professional development sessions.
• Develop and review the piano curriculum, teaching resources and assessment methods.
• Monitor student progress and guide teachers in developing personalised learning plans.
• Communicate with parents and adult learners about learning goals, progress and practice strategies.
• Conduct trial lessons, assess students’ abilities and recommend suitable learning pathways.
• Support the planning and delivery of student recitals, masterclasses, workshops and academy events.
• Work closely with management on teacher recruitment, teaching standards and the growth of the piano programme.

Skills

Piano teaching

Leadership

Mentoring

Curriculum planning

Communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Weekend availability

Education

Master’s degree in Music, Piano Performance, Music Education or related

Job description

Head of Piano

Fantasia Music Academy | Singapore

Job Description

Fantasia Music Academy is seeking an experienced Head of Piano to lead our piano teaching team and oversee the quality and development of our piano programme. This role combines hands‑on teaching with curriculum planning, teacher mentoring and academic leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct individual piano lessons for children and adults, from beginners to advanced and diploma levels.
• Prepare students for ABRSM and Trinity examinations, competitions, auditions and performances.
• Lead and mentor piano teachers through lesson observations, constructive feedback and professional development sessions.
• Develop and review the piano curriculum, teaching resources and assessment methods.
• Monitor student progress and guide teachers in developing personalised learning plans.
• Communicate with parents and adult learners about learning goals, progress and practice strategies.
• Conduct trial lessons, assess students’ abilities and recommend suitable learning pathways.
• Support the planning and delivery of student recitals, masterclasses, workshops and academy events.
• Work closely with management on teacher recruitment, teaching standards and the growth of the piano programme.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Music, Piano Performance, Music Education or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10 years of piano teaching experience, with a proven track record of student progress and achievement.
• Experience teaching a broad range of ages and abilities, including advanced and diploma-level students.
• Strong knowledge of ABRSM and Trinity examination syllabuses, piano pedagogy, performance technique and music theory.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and support other piano teachers.
• Experience in curriculum development, lesson planning and student assessment.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A patient, responsible and encouraging approach to teaching, with a strong commitment to student development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administration staff and management.
• Willingness to teach on weekends and support scheduled academy events.