Drum Set Instructor – Flexible Hours, Paid Training

Bach to Rock Herndon; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus program

Ready-made curriculum

We handle enrollment and billing

Free parking

Family discounts

Discounted staff lessons

Studio and rehearsal access

Performance opportunities

Paid for all hours worked

Paid training

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

Bach to Rock Herndon is a performance-based music school where students of all ages learn the music they love: private lessons, real bands, a recording studio, camps, and big-stage events like Battle of the Bands. Our instructors are trained musicians and working performers.

We are seeking a part-time Drum Set Instructor to teach private drum-set lessons, build fundamentals, track progress, and help students prepare for performances. Availability for weekday or Saturday shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Strong drum-set technique and ability to read drum notation.
• Patience, warmth, reliability, and the ability to explain things simply.
• Performance experience; teaching experience (especially with kids) is a big plus.
• Availability for at least 2 weekday afternoon/evening (3-9 pm) or Saturday shifts per week.
• 18 or older.

Responsibilities

• Teach private drum-set lessons to kids, teens, and adults using the B2R curriculum, built around the songs students want to play.
• Build solid fundamentals (time, technique, reading, groove) in a fun, encouraging way.
• Track progress, assign practice, and keep parents in the loop.
• Help students get ready for bands and performances.
• Optional: coach student bands.

Skills

Drum technique

Reading notation

Teaching experience

Patience & warmth

Job description

Bach to Rock Herndon is a performance-based music school where students of all ages learn the music they love: private lessons, real bands, a recording studio, camps, and big-stage events like Battle of the Bands. Our instructors are trained musicians and working performers.

We are seeking a part-time Drum Set Instructor to teach private drum-set lessons, build fundamentals, track progress, and help students prepare for performances. Availability for weekday or Saturday shifts is required.