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Music Teacher

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A Music Teacher instructs students in music theory, instruments, and vocals, creates lesson plans, assesses progress, and leads performances.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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A Music Teacher educates students in various musical disciplines, including instruments, vocal training, and music theory. They work in primary or secondary schools and are responsible for developing lesson plans, conducting assessments, and leading group performances.

Music Teachers create engaging learning experiences to foster a love of music, adapt teaching methods for diverse learning needs, and collaborate with staff to enhance music programmes.