Bass Instructor

School of Rock Boulder; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock Boulder is seeking a Bass Instructor to lead private lessons and ensemble rehearsals, delivering engaging lessons that challenge students and develop both musical skills and life lessons.

You will communicate with parents about progress, maintain lesson plans, and support show performances. Successful candidates have 1–2+ years teaching or performing, knowledge of music theory, and a passion for teaching in a fast-paced, student-centered environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally preferred.
• Basic knowledge of music theory.
• Ideal candidate can be a working musician.
• Passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Ensure students learn fundamentals, not just songs.
• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans.
• Communicate regularly with parents on progress of students after lessons.
• Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school.
• Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in school.
• Adhere to the School of Rock Code of Conduct and safety policies.

Skills

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Positive demeanor

Enthusiasm for teaching

Flexibility

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 425 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music! We are looking for a Bass Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Boulderlocation.

As a Bass Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Bass Instructor/teacher positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

We teach five core areas at School of Rock - keys, vocals, guitar, bass and drums. Many of our instructors have broader musical talent as well which we do our best to engage.

Music Instruction:

Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows

Be sure the students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs

Create and document thoughtful lesson plans

Customer Connection:

Communicate regularly with parents on progress of students after lessons

Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school

Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in school

Adheres to the School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

1-2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally preferred

Basic knowledge of music theory

Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other people

Strong organizational skills

Very strong customer relations skills

Resourceful and good problem-solver

Works well under pressure

Ideal candidate can be a working musician

Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

Good judgment a must

Passion for teaching