Drum Music Teacher Store 310

Music & Arts; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gig Leave program

Employee discounts on gear

Educational support

Travel discounts

Fertility support & Trans community

Job summary

Guitar Center is seeking a Music Teacher to lead lessons and nurture students' growth in a supportive, inclusive environment. You will teach according to the Guitar Center Lessons Curriculum, help students grow, and contribute to a culture of integrity and musical passion.

You will work with store staff to schedule lessons, retain student headcount, and provide excellent customer service, ensuring a great learning experience for every student.

Qualifications

• Experience in music education or related field.
• Ability to teach instruments proficiently (drums, guitar, keyboard, etc).
• Demonstrates competency and proficiency in teaching area.

Responsibilities

• Teach music lessons following Guitar Center Lessons Curriculum.
• Schedule and retain student headcount with the Lessons Lead.
• Assist with customer service to build long-term students and positive experiences.
• Handle additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching music

Instrument proficiency

Job description

With over 300 stores across the nation, Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our Customers and employees to find their own unique sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music.

Why Guitar Center?

• You should love where you work.That means competitive pay, health coverage, and a 401(k). It means a culture of inclusivity and belonging. But there’s more…
• If you booked that big tour, we've got you covered - take advantage of our Gig Leave program.And let's not forget the discounts you will receive anytime you purchase gear as an associate.
• We’ll put money toward your continued education and ensure you have mental health access and support.
• You’ll enjoy a few perks.Including free gifts and travel discounts.
• We believe that our benefits should be inclusive.You will have access to fertility support and specific offerings for our Trans community.

As a Music Teacher, you will be responsible for teaching music lessons to students according to the Guitar Center Lessons curriculum. You will work to increase student count ensuring each student continues to grow, develop, and enjoys playing music all while nurturing our culture of integrity, inclusion, musical passion, and respect.

If you... embody a Customer First mindset and want to provide an excellent Customer experience, this is the place for you!

As a Music Teacher, you will impact:

Store Culture & Excellence:

• Partner with store Lessons Lead to schedule and retain student headcount based off the needs of the community
• Teach students utilizing the Guitar Center Lessons Curriculum
• Assist with Customer service as needed, helping to build and maintain long term students by creating a great experience
• Additional duties as assigned

Student & Parent Partnership:

• Partner with all students and families through frequent communication, building trusting relationships, and embracing the knowledge parents have as their child's Music Teacher
• Communicate with students and/or parents of students on progress of each student
• Share students and/or parents’ goals and progress frequently

Requirements

Requirements:

• Previous experience in Music, Education, or related field
• Ability to teach the instrument that they are proficient in such as Drums, Guitar, Keyboard, etc.
• Skilled ability to demonstrate competency and proficiency in the area they will be teaching

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1‑818-735-8800 ext. 2862 or by sending an email [e-mail].