Music Director

School of Rock Dunwoody; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

School of Rock Dunwoody is seeking a Music Director to ensure a valuable student experience through performance-based music education. In this role, you'll be responsible for overseeing music instruction, managing shows, and maintaining communication with parents.

The ideal candidate should possess at least 3 years of experience in teaching or performing music, demonstrating strong organizational and customer relations skills. We're looking for a passionate individual who embodies rock and roll and is committed to helping students grow musically.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Excellent ability to deal with a wide range of customers.
• Strong organizational skills are a must.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all music and education-related elements within the School.
• Manage the development of shows and ensure high educational standards.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress.

Skills

Teaching and/or performing music experience

Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

Organizational skills

Customer relations skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Formal music school training

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

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 Music Director to join us at our School of Rock Dunwoody location.

The Music Director embodies rock and roll in a positive way and is responsible for creating the most valuable student experience possible. This role creates a safe and inspiring environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensures that each School of Rock student has an exceptional musical journey.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all music and education‑related elements within the School. Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Roll out the music curriculum and oversee all product execution.
• Oversee the development of shows, this includes: selecting and promoting shows/concerts well in advance with the General Manager/Owner; creating show assignments for students and overseeing casting decisions; coordinating the set list; training, guiding and assisting show directors so all rehearsals and performances meet high educational standards; assisting in promoting the shows and driving ticket sales; ensuring that show productions are well executed.
• Market the school by keeping excellent relations with parents and students and offering new student and/or parent prospects tours; engaging and selling them on the school as directed by the General/Owner to boost school profitability and operations.
• Manage the School, including working with the General Manager/Owner to open the school punctually according to hours of business and staying later when necessary during show season and summer camp.
• Maintain all music equipment.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress and address any questions and issues about the music program.
• Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school.
• Adhere to the School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

• 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