
Teaching music, whether in schools or as a visiting music teacher (VMT), comes with unique challenges, and chief among them is professional isolation This isolation can stem from various factors, such as solitary working conditions, the often-undervalued status of music in school curriculums, and limited collaborative opportunities with other teachers. Despite these challenges, you're not alone. There are many ways to overcome this feeling of isolation, benefiting yourself and your students.
Music teachers often work in isolation within schools or in very small departments. Unlike teachers in core subjects such as Maths or English, who might have many colleagues within their departments, music teachers are frequently the sole subject representative at their school. VMTs can feel isolated due to their nomadic work nature and lack of a regular community.
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