Guitar Instructor

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock Boulder is looking for a Guitar Instructor to lead private lessons and group rehearsals, inspiring students to grow musically and personally.

You will craft engaging lesson plans, adapt to individual student needs, and foster a positive, encouraging learning environment at our Boulder location.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years of teaching or performing music professionally.
• Basic knowledge of music theory.
• Strong customer relations and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Passion for teaching and developing students.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging guitar lessons and rehearsals.
• Create thoughtful lesson plans and document progress.
• Maintain safety and school policies during lessons.
• Communicate with parents on student progress after lessons.
• Assist in rehearsals and school activities and performances.

Skills

Teaching guitar

Music theory

Customer service

Organization

Communication

Problem solving

Working musician

Enthusiastic demeanor

Good judgment

Pressure handling

Job description

Benefits:

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 425 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 Guitar Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Boulder location.

As a guitar Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Guitar Instructor/teacher positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

We teach five core areas at School of Rock - keys, vocals, guitar, bass and drums. Many of our instructors have broader musical talent as well which we do our best to engage.

Music Instruction:

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

Customer Connection:

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.

Skill Requirements:

1-2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally preferred

Basic knowledge of music theory

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 can be a working musician

Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

Good judgment a must

Passion for teaching