- Choir Leader for 'Voices on the Hill' community choir
Primrose Hill (current)
- Keyboardist and backing Vocalist for covers band "These Three People'
North London (current)
Cat Pilbrow
North London
Summary
Trained Music Teacher with expertise in special education and classroom management. Nurtured musical talents through engaging performances and structured lesson plans while fostering strong client relationships and delivering exceptional customer service.
Seeking to transition into an administrative or creative role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
TUTOR
REED / Encourage Education
London
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted individual tutoring sessions for students with special educational needs.
- Understood and catered to diverse learning disabilities, including autism, down's syndrome, and ADHD.
- Collaborated with parents, educators, and professionals to develop tailored strategies for students.
Music Teacher
Anglo Portugeuse School
London
03.2026 - 07.2026
- Taught music lessons to students of various ages, enhancing their musical skills and deepening their appreciation for music.
- Organised annual school concerts.
- Taught lessons on music theory and interpretation.
Supply Teacher
Vibe
London
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed pupil behaviour through appropriate discipline and positive reinforcement.
- Used safeguarding principles to provide pastoral support and identify students requiring further support.
- Adapted quickly to new school environments, establishing rapport with pupils and staff.
MUSIC TEACHER
The Sele School
North Hertford, London
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Delivered key stage three and four music lessons using structured lesson plans.
- Tailored curriculum tasks to accommodate diverse learner needs.
- Planned and prepared students for concerts and other music events.
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Wyvil Primary School
Vauxhall, London
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed differentiated curriculum to meet diverse learners' needs and enhance engagement throughout lessons.
- Implemented consistent strategies to manage individual social and behavioural challenges.
- Supervised three teaching assistants in classroom activities. to support classroom delivery effectively.
ADMINISTRATOR
Vector Limited
Wellington
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered high-quality customer service.
- Managed client communications through phone and email correspondence.
- Answered technician calls, resolved queries, and supported problem-solving efforts to enhance service delivery.
MUSIC AND RECEPTION TEACHER
Sybourn Primary School
Walthamstow, London
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepared creative teaching materials to motivate and engage students.
- Planned and prepared students for concerts and other music events, practising and demonstrating learned skills to gauge performance.
NANNY
Professional Household
Walthamstow, London
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Utilised knowledge of early childhood psychology to tailor daily care routines, supporting individual developmental needs.
- Planned daily stay-and-play, park, museum, and water-play sessions to promote physical activity and social interaction.
- Communicated with parents to provide daily feedback about child's development and progress.
MUSIC TEACHER
Chilton Saint James
Wellington
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Developed engaging music lessons to inspire students' passion for learning and nurture their musical talents.
- Planned and prepared students for concerts and music events, demonstrating learned skills to enhance performance.
- Marked and assessed student work against clear, consistent criteria to ensure fair evaluation.
Education
Diploma of Teaching - Music and Drama Secondary teaching
MASSEY UNIVERSITY
Wellington, New Zealand12-2019
Certificate in Contemporary Music - Contemporary Music and Christian Ministry
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
Sydney, Australia12-2006
BACHELOR OF MUSIC - Performance - Jazz Piano
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY
Wellington, New Zealand11-2005
Skills
- Specialised education
- Instructional planning
- Educational documentation
- music teacher Communication
- Creative vision
- Client management
- Customer service
- Ability to multitask
- Adaptability
- Collaborative teamwork
- Leadership skills
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
Education Details
QTS Number 1982576
Interests
Timeline
Music Teacher
Anglo Portugeuse School
03.2026 - 07.2026
TUTOR
REED / Encourage Education
08.2025 - Current
MUSIC TEACHER
The Sele School
09.2024 - 11.2024
CLASSROOM TEACHER
Wyvil Primary School
11.2023 - 04.2024
Supply Teacher
Vibe
04.2023 - 04.2025
ADMINISTRATOR
Vector Limited
03.2021 - 06.2022
MUSIC AND RECEPTION TEACHER
Sybourn Primary School
01.2019 - 01.2020
NANNY
Professional Household
01.2017 - 01.2018
MUSIC TEACHER
Chilton Saint James
01.2010 - 01.2016
Diploma of Teaching - Music and Drama Secondary teaching
MASSEY UNIVERSITY
Certificate in Contemporary Music - Contemporary Music and Christian Ministry
SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS
BACHELOR OF MUSIC - Performance - Jazz Piano
VICTORIA UNIVERSITY