How to Handle the Workload of Two When it’s Just You

In this session, we will explore a growing challenge within the music education community: the difficulty faced by schools that wish to expand their course offerings but are unable or unwilling to hire additional faculty. We will discuss strategies for effectively managing the responsibilities of two positions within the time, space, and compensation constraints of one individual. While this may seem daunting, it is entirely achievable and can lead to rewarding outcomes.

We will address the potential obstacles of balancing dual roles and provide practical solutions for navigating these challenges. Additionally, we will explore how this experience can serve as an opportunity to develop leadership skills in ourselves and students, improve planning processes, and better prioritize professional goals.

Session Objectives:

  • How to balance teaching multiple programs

  • How to balance home/work

  • Learn to create reasonable school year goals

  • Create an environment where students in both programs feel like you are giving them 100%

  • Develop student leadership

Daphne Wright