Waitlist Status
WAITLIST STATUS: As of 8-29-19, I have nearly cleared my current waitlist and will add new names to the list. Please send me, via email (katy@newarkpiano.com) your name, child's name (if not you) and age, and best email or cell to reach you. You remain on the list until you get a slot, ask to be taken off the list, or you pass two times when a slot comes open.
I understand this can be frustrating, and sometimes parents think that if they just write and tell me their situation that maybe I will make an exception for their child, but please understand. I have learned over the years that keeping too long of a wait list is a lot of work and discourages parents and students. I try to keep a list where someone will know they can start lessons in about a year or sooner. Keep checking back and I will change this when my list clears out. Current students' siblings get top priority, so that can sometimes be why my list doesn't move for a long time (I actually accept new sibling students during that time, but they get to be at the top of the list).
I know it can be discouraging when you want your child to begin lessons immediately. If this is your case, please look below for other teachers accepting students. I have no way of knowing how long you will wait. Some people have waited a year or more, and some only a few weeks. Generally, people tend to stop piano right before summer, right before the new school year, or sometimes right after Christmas. These are generalizations but they align with times when kids choose new sports or activities in the school year.
Other Teacher Options to Consider:
Or, here are several places you can look for teachers nearby:
I understand this can be frustrating, and sometimes parents think that if they just write and tell me their situation that maybe I will make an exception for their child, but please understand. I have learned over the years that keeping too long of a wait list is a lot of work and discourages parents and students. I try to keep a list where someone will know they can start lessons in about a year or sooner. Keep checking back and I will change this when my list clears out. Current students' siblings get top priority, so that can sometimes be why my list doesn't move for a long time (I actually accept new sibling students during that time, but they get to be at the top of the list).
I know it can be discouraging when you want your child to begin lessons immediately. If this is your case, please look below for other teachers accepting students. I have no way of knowing how long you will wait. Some people have waited a year or more, and some only a few weeks. Generally, people tend to stop piano right before summer, right before the new school year, or sometimes right after Christmas. These are generalizations but they align with times when kids choose new sports or activities in the school year.
Other Teacher Options to Consider:
- My second-oldest daughter (late-intermediate/early advanced) is currently full. If you would like to be on her waitlist, please contact me with the subject line "Madeline waitlist." Her rate is $24 per hour.
Or, here are several places you can look for teachers nearby:
- MTNA Nationally Certified teachers (like myself) have demonstrated competence in pedagogy, music theory, music history, and music performance. While a non-certified teacher can be fully skilled (especially if he/she has a music degree) a certified teacher assures parents that these teachers take their profession seriously. On the MTNA page, click on the red link on the right.
- Delaware Music Teachers Association teachers (like myself) participate in festivals, competitions, and ongoing professional development.
- The University of Delaware Community Music school does private lessons each semester. Choose from varying levels of teacher experience. Financial aid is available.