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I am a self-employed piano teacher with five years of experience, combining my passion for music with my academic background in philosophy. After pursuing a PhD in European Philosophy, I decided to shift my focus to building a sustainable career, harnessing my skills in teaching, music, and technology. I also continue to expand my knowledge with a music degree and engage in web development projects. I pride myself on creating effective lesson plans tailored to my students' development, while also adeptly managing the business side of my teaching company. Outside of music, I have experience in web development and essay marking, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative and analytical fields.…I am a self-employed piano teacher with five years of experience, combining my passion for music with my academic background in philosophy. After pursuing a PhD in European Philosophy, I decided to shift my focus to building a sustainable career, harnessing my skills in teaching, music, and technology. I also continue to expand my knowledge with a music degree and engage in web development projects. I pride myself on creating effective lesson plans tailored to my students' development, while also adeptly managing the business side of my teaching company. Outside of music, I have experience in web development and essay marking, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative and analytical fields.

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I am a self-employed piano teacher with five years of experience, combining my passion for music with my academic background in philosophy. After pursuing a PhD in European Philosophy, I decided to shift my focus to building a sustainable career, harnessing my skills in teaching, music, and technology. I also continue to expand my knowledge with a music degree and engage in web development projects. I pride myself on creating effective lesson plans tailored to my students' development, while also adeptly managing the business side of my teaching company. Outside of music, I have experience in web development and essay marking, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative and analytical fields.…I am a self-employed piano teacher with five years of experience, combining my passion for music with my academic background in philosophy. After pursuing a PhD in European Philosophy, I decided to shift my focus to building a sustainable career, harnessing my skills in teaching, music, and technology. I also continue to expand my knowledge with a music degree and engage in web development projects. I pride myself on creating effective lesson plans tailored to my students' development, while also adeptly managing the business side of my teaching company. Outside of music, I have experience in web development and essay marking, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative and analytical fields.

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I am a self-employed piano teacher with five years of experience, combining my passion for music with my academic background in philosophy. After pursuing a PhD in European Philosophy, I decided to shift my focus to building a sustainable career, harnessing my skills in teaching, music, and technology. I also continue to expand my knowledge with a music degree and engage in web development projects.

I pride myself on creating effective lesson plans tailored to my students’ development, while also adeptly managing the business side of my teaching company. Outside of music, I have experience in web development and essay marking, showcasing a versatile skill set that bridges creative and analytical fields.

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Medical Ethics Essay Marking at University of Dundee, School of Medicine

December 31, 2023 - July 26, 2025

Marked medical ethics essays for the University of Dundee’s medical school according to a given mark scheme and within a set deadline.

Tutor on Aesthetics module at University of Dundee

January 1, 2023 - Present

Delivered seminars under guidance of Senior lecturer; prepared material for multiple weekly, 1-hour seminars, including questions and discussion topics.

Piano Teacher at Box Music Academy

January 1, 2022 - Present

Planned and delivered lessons for students; entered students for exams; helped recruit new students through delivery of trial lessons.

Piano Teacher/Company owner at MH Piano Lessons

January 1, 2022 - Present

Built website and social media presence to market business and recruit students; worked face-to-face with clients, persuading them to sign up and continue their lessons; collected and processed payments; organised lesson plans and student development strategies.

Web developer at BH Gardeners

December 31, 2016 - July 26, 2025

Created custom WordPress template utilising knowledge of PHP and JavaScript; developed front and backend systems, as well as e-commerce functionality.