Bass Instructor: Rock & Performance Educator

School of Rock Syosset/Oyster Bay; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

School of Rock Syosset/Oyster Bay is seeking a Bass Instructor to deliver engaging lessons and live shows, guiding students through fundamentals, and building strong relationships with families. The role emphasizes creative lesson planning, performance opportunities, and a positive, energetic teaching style within the School of Rock program.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on teaching with professional musicianship, possesses strong communication skills, and demonstrates a passion for

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design.
• 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 is a working musician who also has formal music school training.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor.
• Good judgment a must.
• Passion for teaching.

Responsibilities

• Music Instruction: Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Ensure students learn 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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Music theory

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Working musician

Formal training

Enthusiastic demeanor

Good judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock Syosset/Oyster Bay is seeking a Bass Instructor to deliver engaging lessons and live shows, guiding students through fundamentals, and building strong relationships with families. The role emphasizes creative lesson planning, performance opportunities, and a positive, energetic teaching style within the School of Rock program.

The ideal candidate combines hands-on teaching with professional musicianship, possesses strong communication skills, and demonstrates a passion for