Drum Instructor: Teach, Perform & Inspire Student Musicians

School of Rock; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

School of Rock Rockwall is seeking a Drum Instructor to lead drum lessons and rehearsals, delivering a dynamic, inspiring experience that builds students’ music and life skills. You’ll teach fundamentals, plan lessons, and help students perform.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of teaching or performing, strong music theory knowledge, excellent communication with parents, great organizational skills, and a passion for teaching in a rock‑oriented school environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of teaching 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

• 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
• 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 programAssist 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

3+ years experience teaching/perform

Music theory

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Working musician

Formal music school training

Enthusiastic & flexible

Good judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock Rockwall is seeking a Drum Instructor to lead drum lessons and rehearsals, delivering a dynamic, inspiring experience that builds students’ music and life skills. You’ll teach fundamentals, plan lessons, and help students perform.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of teaching or performing, strong music theory knowledge, excellent communication with parents, great organizational skills, and a passion for teaching in a rock‑oriented school environment.