Multi-Instrument Music Instructor: Inspire Through Performance

School of Rock Oswego; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock Oswego is seeking a Music Instructor to lead lessons and rehearsals, delivering engaging, standards-based instruction across our five core areas. You will create dynamic experiences that challenge and inspire students, while modeling professional musicianship and performance opportunities.

The role emphasizes strong communication with families, lesson planning, and active participation in school events, with a passion for teaching and a positive, flexible demeanor.

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.
• 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 experience

Music theory

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Working musician

Patience and enthusiasm

Judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock Oswego is seeking a Music Instructor to lead lessons and rehearsals, delivering engaging, standards-based instruction across our five core areas. You will create dynamic experiences that challenge and inspire students, while modeling professional musicianship and performance opportunities.

The role emphasizes strong communication with families, lesson planning, and active participation in school events, with a passion for teaching and a positive, flexible demeanor.