Mentor Connections provides support to the piano teaching community through the development of teaching practice and career planning. Individuals and small groups are paired with highly qualified mentors in two distinct pathways: Teaching Guidance and Career Coaching.

One-on-one or small-group dialogue via video conferencing

Mentorship by leading experts and nationally recognized teachers with a wide range of specializations in piano teaching, learning, and performing

Frances Clark Center Mentors are assigned to best address each submission.

Mentor Connections will help you tailor your teaching to the unique needs of your students. Submit a teaching summary and access an expert to address your questions and concerns for new teaching practices, including online lessons and use of technology. Alternatively, submit a teaching video segment and we will pair you with a mentor to best address your specific questions and challenges

The summary may include a description of your current approach, unique teaching and learning challenges, and key questions.

The lesson video may be a portion of a lesson, multiple segments from one lesson, a series of videos from multiple lessons, or a whole lesson.

Career materials submitted may include CV, resume, video materials, personal statements, studio documents, or links to studio or professional websites.

Your professional profile may include a summary of current activities, future goals, and your professional questions.