MONTHLY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• LEARN: Our monthly programs provide ongoing professional development. Attend monthly programs to hear esteemed pedagogues perform and present on a variety of musical topics.

• BE THE SPEAKER: Share your expertise by presenting a program on your research, leading a discussion, or performing for the group. Submit your proposal to First Vice-President and Program Chair, Eric Sutz.

• NETWORK: Connect with fellow NSMTA members over refreshments.

STUDENT EVENTS

Members may enter their students in a variety of NSMTA-sponsored evnets:

• ACHIEVEMENT IN MUSIC (AIM) Theory and Performance Exams

• SONATA-SONATINA FESTIVAL (SSF)

• PIANO COMPETITION

• SCHOLARSHIPS: Available for collegiate study and summer music camp programs.

Click here to learn more about our Student Events.

GROW YOUR STUDIO

• FREE FIND A TEACHER LISTING: Promote your teaching studio through our public NSMTA Find a Teacher Database.

• Customized Public Profile: Specify your instruments, specialties, and teaching locations to help prospective students find you.

STAY CONNECTED

• PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP: Join the NSMTA Members-Only Facebook page to share announcements, events, questions, and more. NSMTA (Members Only)

• PUBLIC FACEBOOK PAGE: Help increase visibility by liking and sharing our public Facebook page. North Shore Music Teachers’ Association - NSMTA

GET INVOLVED

• BE A LEADER: Serve in a leadership role and gain valuable experience! Put your other skills to use in an administrative role.

• JOIN THE BOARD: Our slate of officers rotates every two years, and we welcome you to take part in the leadership of our organization. See the current slate of NSMTA Board Members and the roles. New board members are nominated and voted in the Spring.

• SERVE ON A COMMITTEE: Collaborate with colleagues to plan and run local events.

• MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD: Attend the meetings and take part in voting and discussions.

• BRING INNOVATION: Share your ideas and contribute to the continuing advancement of NSMTA.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• MTNA CERTIFICATION: Work with NSMTA Certification Chair, Jennifer Cohen to pursue certification (NCTM) through MTNA. See MTNA certification for more information.

• CONFERENCES: Attend Illinois State and MTNA National Conferences. Participate in educational sessions, network with teachers from across the state/country, and explore the Exhibition Hall for the latest resources.

OTHER MTNA MEMEBERSHIP BENEFITS

• Subscription to American Music Teacher (AMT) magazine

• Access to concerts and performance events

• Eligibility to apply for national grants

• Access to insurance programs and other professional resources

JOIN TODAY

• Visit our Join NSMTA webpage to learn more about how to become a member.