Childcare Music Instructor

School of Rock; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

School of Rock Golden/Lakewood is seeking a Childcare Music Instructor to bring energetic, age-appropriate lessons to our Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes. You will create a warm environment that blends foundational music skills with fun rock activities to inspire young musicians.

The role emphasizes consistent lesson planning, strong communication with parents, and flexibility to support rehearsals and occasional school events.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years experience teaching or performing music
• Experience with children under seven preferred
• Early childhood education experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of music theory and curriculum design
• Excellent customer relations with students and parents
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient and positive demeanor
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency on at least one instrument (guitar, piano, drums, or voice)
• Excellent customer communication skills
• Resourceful problem-solver and able to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Lead music instruction for Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes.
• Create and document engaging lesson plans.
• Communicate progress with parents and be accessible in the school.
• Assist in rehearsals and maintenance; help recruit and enroll students.

Skills

Teaching 4+ years

Experience with under-7 children

Early childhood education

Music theory & curriculum design

Customer relations

Positive attitude

Organizational skills

Instrument proficiency

Customer communication

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Instrument proficiency (guitar/piano/2

Job description

Benefits

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement

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 Childcare Music Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Golden/Lakewood location.

School of Rock is looking for an enthusiastic Instructor for our Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes. Little Wing and Rookies Instructors will help create a warm, supportive and inspiring environment for young musicians aged 4-7, and encourage young children to reach their developmental milestones through fun musical activities and playing rock and roll musical instruments.

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
• Assist in recruiting and enrolling students

Skill Requirements

• 4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally
• Has a passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven (7)
• Classroom/early childhood education experience preferred.
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design; concepts in music like rhythm, notation, pop and rock genres
• Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers, including but not limited to, children and parents
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
• Strong organizational skills
• Very strong customer relations skills on the phone and in person
• Resourceful and good problem-solver
• Works well under pressure
• Ideal candidate is proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice.
• Good judgment a must
• Part time, some weekend day availability required.