Joshua Wen
Egham,UK
Summary
Music teacher with experience teaching music theory, history, composition, and practical music across classroom and group settings. Currently working as a peripatetic teacher, delivering instrumental tuition and leading music clubs in schools. Brings a thoughtful, reflective approach and a strong commitment to professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Private music tutor
Heathside Walton-on-Thames
Walton on Thames, USA
2024.10 - 2026.01
- Deliver one-to-one and small-group instrumental lessons to secondary-age students
- Plan structured lessons and provide clear feedback to support musical progress
- Run and support extracurricular music clubs, working in line with school safeguarding expectations
Music and PE teacher
Pui Tak School
Chicago, USA
2022.08 - 2023.07
- Delivered curriculum-based Music and Physical Education lessons to school-age students
- Planned and led structured group lessons, maintaining clear routines and positive behaviour
- Worked collaboratively with school staff and communicated with parents as part of the wider school team
Music teacher
Fortson Art and Music Education
Chicago, USA
2018.09 - 2023.06
- Delivered private instrumental teaching to students across range of ages and abilities
- Planned and taught block-based group classes in music theory, composition, and instrumental skills
- Designed beginner curriculum and supported programme delivery alongside creative director
Head Instructor
After School Matters
Chicago, USA
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Led summer intensive in music history, theory, and songwriting for school-age students
- Planned and delivered structured whole-class lessons with practical and analytical components
- Provided assessment and feedback to support student progress
Education
Bachelor of Music - Composition
Moody Bible Institute
Chicago, USA 2017.08 - 2022.05
Master of Music - Composition
Royal Holloway University of London
Egham, UK 2023.09 - 2024.09
Skills
- Teaching innovation
- Creativity cultivation
- Educational technology integration
- Pedagogical expertise
- Openness to feedback and professional development
Professional Development
- Safeguarding and child protection training (Church of England)
- Leadership training within church and youth settings
- Ongoing professional development through teaching practice
Timeline
Private music tutor
Heathside Walton-on-Thames
2024.10 - 2026.01
Master of Music - Composition
Royal Holloway University of London
2023.09 - 2024.09
Music and PE teacher
Pui Tak School
2022.08 - 2023.07
Head Instructor
After School Matters
2022.05 - 2022.08
Music teacher
Fortson Art and Music Education
2018.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Music - Composition
Moody Bible Institute
2017.08 - 2022.05