Sound Beginnings

The early career music teacher support hub you always needed

Yes, it’s possible. And you can make it happen.

From monthly group members-only community gatherings with “hot seat” real-time coaching opportunities to exclusive content and tools you can use immediately in your teaching, this membership and community is made to move with you—and move you forward.

Become a founding member and lock in your pricing for as long as you remain a member. Be a part of the start of something great and have a say and voice in where this monthly membership leads.

The first five years of teaching music can be lonely, overwhelming, stressful, and you can feel like you have no support.

But imagine yourself in the future…you are:

Happier
More calm
Less stressed and overwhelmed
Confident
Empowered
No longer feeling alone or isolated

What you’ll get - See the possibilities!

A live, coach-led group call focused on the real classroom and career decisions early-career music teachers face. Each session includes guided discussion, Q&A, and optional hot seats for members who want focused support on a specific situation. Attend live or watch the replay—listen, participate, or step forward when you need guidance.

Monthly Group Coaching Call

Real support and answers for the questions you’re carrying right now.

Once a month, you’ll get a short video or audio message designed to support you and give real strategies to help you make it through your most difficult teaching weeks.

One idea to focus on. One reframe to steady your thinking. One practical takeaway you can use immediately. This is the kind of guidance you wish someone had said to you in the hallway after school—grounded, honest, and focused on what actually matters right now.

Monthly Support Message (about the theme of the month!)

A steady voice when everything feels loud.

Each month, members can submit questions in a shared space. Erin will respond to a curated selection so everyone learns from the answers—not just the person who asked. Clear boundaries keep this supportive and sustainable: no lesson planning, no emergencies, just thoughtful guidance for real classroom and career decisions. Coaching and support that’s accessible, not exhausting.

Ask Erin (and each other!)

Get clarity without booking an expensive coaching call.

Monthly Resource Drop

Exactly what you need. Nothing you don’t.

One practical resource each month, designed for early-career music teachers. Think observation prep checklists, concert-season sanity plans, conversation scripts, or classroom reset tools for when things go sideways. A . No digging. Just a useful tool you can put to work right away.

Peer Connection

A community of early career music teachers who are in this with you.

Connect in a low-pressure, supportive space with other early-career music teachers who understand your challenges. Share ideas, celebrate wins, reflect on challenges, and swap tips and resources—monthly prompts and context-based introductions make it easy to join in. This isn’t a noisy social feed; it’s a safe space where just showing up and being honest is enough.

Meet Erin

Struggling as a new(ish) music teacher? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. I’m Dr. Erin Zaffini, an early-career music teacher specialist with 20+ years experience mentoring and coaching new music educators and creating mentorship programs across the country.

After all these years, there’s one thing I know: You’re not alone and you can get through these first five years if choose to find the support you need.

Feeling isolated? Make connections!

Feeling overwhelmed? Ask a question and get clarity on the next step.

Avoid overwhelm, build confidence, and thrive as a music teacher from day one.

Choose real solutions.

Choose community.

Choose yourself.

Available Memberships

Founding Member pricing and enrollment will remain open until January 31st. After that, enrollment with close and the price will go up.

All-Access Membership - Founding Members

$18.00

Every month

Join the movement! Get access to supportive coaching opportunities, community calls, monthly resource drops, and a community of teachers just like you, time saving templates.....the community and membership is yours to make it! All the support you need, nothing you don't.