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Agrostis Hernia

@agrostishernia

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International music educator and composer with 10+ years teaching IGCSE, A Level and MYP.

Zimbabwe

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for an international music role where I can teach IGCSE/A Level/MYP, lead choirs and school orchestras, and keep composing work moving forward—working with a team that values musicianship, structure, and performance.

I’m a qualified music composer, conductor, and arranger, and I’ve taught internationally since 2014. I bring experience with school orchestras and choirs, pairing strong musical direction with clear classroom practice.

Over the past years, I’ve supported students across major frameworks: IGCSE Music, A Level Music, and MYP Music. I’ve taught in schools in China, Thailand, Uzbekistan, Portugal, and other locations, often with responsibility for running music programs and mentoring students through performance and study.

Alongside teaching, I focus on composing work that’s regularly performed worldwide. I’ve won several composition competitions, and my approach blends musical craft with educator-friendly structure so students can understand and create with confidence.

My training includes an MA in Music Composition (Brussels Conservatory, 2013) and a Belgian State Teaching License (Agrégation). I’m also comfortable with modern production and learning tools, using software like MuseScore, Logic Pro, Audacity, and platforms such as Google Classroom and MS Teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

IGCSE Music Tutor

Current

TigerCampus & LearnFire

Aug 2025 - Present (9 months)

Delivered online IGCSE Music tutoring with structured instruction and learner feedback. Supported students with lesson planning and music learning resources for remote study.

IGCSE Music Tutoring Lesson planning online tutoring Google Classroom MS Teams Music Notation (MuseScore)

IGCSE / A Level Music Teacher

HT Nanjing

Aug 2023 - Jul 2025 (1 year 11 months)

Taught IGCSE and A Level Music, guiding students through curriculum delivery and classroom learning activities. Adapted lessons to support learners’ progress across grade levels.

A Level Music Teaching Music Theory Performance Preparation Lesson planning Classroom Instruction Music Notation (MuseScore)

MYP Music Teacher

NIST Bangkok

Aug 2022 - Jan 2023 (5 months)

Provided maternity cover as an MYP Music teacher, delivering music lessons aligned to the program. Managed day-to-day instruction and supported student learning in the music subject.

Classroom Instruction Music Theory Student Support Lesson planning

IGCSE Music Teacher

WIST Tashkent

Aug 2021 - Jul 2022 (11 months)

Taught IGCSE Music, supporting students with music theory and classroom learning across the academic term. Prepared learners through structured lesson delivery and ongoing guidance.

Music Theory Lesson planning Classroom Instruction Music Notation (MuseScore)

Cambridge Primary Music Teacher

Nobel British School

Aug 2020 - Jul 2021 (11 months)

Taught Cambridge Primary Music, delivering engaging music lessons for young learners. Planned and facilitated classroom activities to support student musical development.

Cambridge Primary Music Music Education Lesson planning Classroom Instruction Music Theory Basics Ensemble Activities Student Engagement

Choir Conducting Course Instructor

Ferrara Conservatory

Aug 2019 - Jul 2020 (11 months)

Conducted a choir conducting course, supporting students with conducting technique and rehearsal practice. Delivered course instruction focused on developing ensemble direction skills.

Choir Conducting Rehearsal Music Interpretation Performance Coaching Arranging Basics Classroom Instruction

IGCSE Music Teacher

Sedbergh Fuzhou

Aug 2018 - Jul 2019 (11 months)

Taught IGCSE Music and delivered lesson content to support students’ learning throughout the academic year. Provided ongoing instruction and classroom guidance for music study.

Music Theory Lesson planning Performance Preparation Feedback Music Notation (MuseScore)

Private Piano Tutor

LH Consultancy

Nov 2016 - Jul 2017 (8 months)

Provided private piano tutoring at Fujairah Crown Palace, delivering one-to-one lessons tailored to each learner. Supported practice through structured instruction and guidance.

Piano Instruction Music Fundamentals Lesson planning Ear Training Performance Coaching Music Notation (MuseScore)

Primary Music Teacher

Chongwen School

Aug 2015 - Jul 2016 (11 months)

Taught primary music, delivering age-appropriate music lessons and classroom activities. Supported student musical development through structured teaching and engagement.

Lesson planning Classroom Instruction Music Fundamentals Student Engagement Music Theory Basics Ensemble Activities Feedback

Music Appreciation Lecturer

Fuzhou Polytechnic

Aug 2014 - Jul 2015 (11 months)

Lectured in music appreciation, guiding learners through listening-focused music study. Delivered course content to support understanding of musical works and concepts.

Music Appreciation Listening Based Instruction Musicology Concepts Lesson planning Music Analysis Basics Presentation Of Repertoire