Mai Nguyen Van
Beaconsfield,Buckinghamshire
Summary
I am a Music tutor and composer with a strong academic and practical background in music theory, performance, and composition. I graduated with a First Class degree in Music from the University of Edinburgh and am currently completing an MA in Composing for Film and Television at the National Film and Television School (NFTS). I have extensive experience teaching students of all ages in one‑to‑one, classroom, and workshop settings, and I particularly enjoy helping learners build confidence, creativity, and a deeper understanding of music through engaging, student‑centred lessons.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Visiting Composition Workshop Leader
University of Cambridge – PGCE Music Programme
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
2025.11 - Current
- Delivered composition workshops for GCSE Music students
- Supported PGCE trainee teachers in designing creative, curriculum‑linked composition activities
- Modelled student‑centred and technology‑informed teaching approaches
Music Theory & Piano Tutor
Gibson Online Music School
Online
2022.02 - 2025.01
- Provided one‑to‑one tuition for students aged 3–18, including SEN learners
- Structured lesson planning, weekly homework, and progress tracking
- Prepared students for exams every 8–12 months with a 100% pass rate in ABRSM, Trinity and MTB music exams
Music Teaching Assistant
The Edinburgh Academy (Junior & Senior Schools)
Edinburgh, Midlothian
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Supported KS3–Secondary music lessons in mixed‑ability classrooms
- Led composition and music‑technology workshops aligned with GCSE/National Curriculum standards
- Organised extracurricular recitals and virtual choir projects
Volunteer Tutor – GCSE Mathematics
CoachBright
Online
2021.03 - 2021.06
- Delivered online GCSE Maths tuition to students from disadvantaged backgrounds
Education
Master of Fine Arts - Composing for Film & Television
National Film and Television School (NFTS)
Beaconsfield, England 2025.01 -
Bachelor of Music (Honours) - Music
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh 2020.09 - 2024.07
Student Exchange – Music Education Focus - Music Education and Psychology
University of Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia 2022.07 - 2023.06
Skills
- Music Theory & Analysis (GCSE–Advanced, IB, A-Levels)
- Piano performance and accompaniment
- Composition
- Music Technology: Sibelius, Logic Pro, GarageBand
- Workshop delivery & curriculum‑linked teaching
- Online and in‑person tuition
Accomplishments
- Edinburgh Award in Leadership
- Student Representative in Music, University of Edinburgh
Leadership & Awards
Certification
Safeguarding & Compliance
- Enhanced DBS Check
- Working with Children / Safeguarding Clearance
Timeline
Visiting Composition Workshop Leader
University of Cambridge – PGCE Music Programme
2025.11 - Current
Master of Fine Arts - Composing for Film & Television
National Film and Television School (NFTS)
2025.01 -
Music Teaching Assistant
The Edinburgh Academy (Junior & Senior Schools)
2023.09 - 2023.12
Student Exchange – Music Education Focus - Music Education and Psychology
University of Melbourne
2022.07 - 2023.06
Music Theory & Piano Tutor
Gibson Online Music School
2022.02 - 2025.01
Volunteer Tutor – GCSE Mathematics
CoachBright
2021.03 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Music (Honours) - Music
University of Edinburgh
2020.09 - 2024.07