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European Suzuki Association
Teacher Training & Examinations Manual
Revised March 2015
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APPENDIX D2
APPLICATION CRITERIA FOR INSTRUCTOR CANDIDATES
The Candidate must satisfy the following criteria before applying for Instructor -
1.
Letter of application outlining personal reasons for wanting to become a Teacher-Trainer.
2.
Resumé of professional experience listing any special awards, concerts, prizes, etc.
3.
Successful achievement of Level 5 or equivalent Suzuki training in other regional
associations.
4.
Professional degree in the Candidate’s instrument from a conservatory, university or
other accredited Institution, or equivalent advanced musical training.
5.
At least 10 years teaching experience covering all levels of the Suzuki repertoire, as well
as non-Suzuki repertoire. The ESA Instrument Committee is allowed to make exceptions
to this rule if the ESA Board judges this to be necessary in special circumstances.
6.
References from three (preferably four) people who are familiar with the Candidate's work –
a.
one (preferably two) from a Teacher-Trainer(s) of the candidate's instrument
b.
a respected musician
7.
DVD containing -
a.
Concert performances including one Book 1 pupil and one Advanced pupil who have
studied with the Candidate for at least 2 years.
b.
A short talk or guided discussion on Suzuki philosophy with an audience.
c.
A group lesson.
d.
At least two individual lessons of pupils at different levels.
8.
English language mastery is recommended but not a requirement.
9.
The ESA Instrument Committee may ask for a meeting/interview with the candidate
before they recommend the appointment.