How to become an online music teacher

Choose the instrument and level you teach best, set up clear audio and a camera angle that shows your hands, write a profile that says who you help, offer a trial lesson, and price in line with similar teachers.

Decide what you teach

Pick an instrument or voice, and the levels you are comfortable with: complete beginners, grade exams, or adults returning to music. A narrow focus is easier for students to find.

Set up for sound

Test your microphone and place it so students hear the instrument clearly.
Use a second camera angle or a tilted laptop to show your hands.
Record a short sample lesson to check the audio.

Write a profile that explains your approach

Say who you teach, how a first lesson works, and what students can play after a few weeks. Add a short clip if you can.

Offer a trial lesson

A short first session lets the student and you check fit. Agree in advance how much it costs.

Price and terms

Look at similar teachers, decide lesson length and cancellation notice, and review your rate as your reviews grow.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a teaching qualification?

Not always, but formal qualifications and graded exam experience can reassure students. Be honest about your background.

Can you teach an instrument well over video?

Yes, with good audio and camera positioning. Some things, like hands-on posture correction, take more verbal description.

What equipment do I need?

A reliable internet connection, a decent microphone or headphones with a mic, and a camera angle that shows your hands or instrument.

Start teaching music on Wizelp

Book a short video call with someone who has done it. Find a helper on Wizelp.