Early Childhood Music Instructor

School of Rock Prosper; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock Prosper is seeking a passionate Childcare Music Instructor to enrich the musical development of young learners aged 4-7. This role requires over 4 years of experience in teaching or performing music, a love for working with children, and proficiency in at least one musical instrument. Responsibilities include providing music instruction, developing lesson plans, and maintaining regular communication with parents. Flexible, part-time scheduling includes some weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven.
• Classroom/early childhood education experience preferred.
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design.
• Excellent ability to deal with a wide range of customers.
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Very strong customer relations skills.
• Resourceful and good problem-solver.
• Proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Ensure students learn the fundamentals of music, not just songs.
• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress.
• Interact with parents and students regularly.
• Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in school.

Skills

Teaching experience

Music performance

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Working with children

Knowledge of music theory

Proficiency in music instruments

Job description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 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 Prosper location.

Benefits

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Overview of the role

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.

Music Instruction

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows
• Ensure students learn the fundamentals of music, not just songs
• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans

Customer Connection

• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress 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
• Passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven
• 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
• Proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice
• Good judgment a must

Availability

• Part time, some weekend day availability required.