Dynamic Drum Instructor | Show-Ready Music Educator

School of Rock; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock is seeking a Drum Instructor/Teacher for our Wexford location. You will lead music lessons and rehearsals, delivering engaging experiences that challenge and inspire students.

Ideal candidates are working musicians with formal music school training, possess strong teaching passion, and excel in communication with parents and students. The role emphasizes safety, policy adherence, and high-quality instruction.

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

• 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 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 music

Music theory

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Working musician

Music school training

Enthusiastic demeanor

Good judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock is seeking a Drum Instructor/Teacher for our Wexford location. You will lead music lessons and rehearsals, delivering engaging experiences that challenge and inspire students.

Ideal candidates are working musicians with formal music school training, possess strong teaching passion, and excel in communication with parents and students. The role emphasizes safety, policy adherence, and high-quality instruction.