My wife is thinking about giving her notice in that we’ll be giving her this months check, and letting her know this will be the last month with her. Letting her know that we are just looking for a different perspective.
Though I’m thinking this may make for an awkward next couple lessons?[/quote]
When an employer gives you a pink slip and asks you to work until the end of the month to finish up, chances are, your mind really isn’t going to be there, because that’s just human nature.
Imho, a month’s notice seems like a long time.. Two lessons prior is probably more reasonable. If there is any emotional attachment to students, the teacher would have that for students that’s been with them for many many years. Many parents are just getting their kids to “try out” different things, so the turnover is expected. Chances are, she’ll find another student to occupy your kid’s time slot, if she’s really popular anyway.
My kid’s violin teacher has a waiting list, unless you want lessons at a really odd time.