Music Instructor

Youth Enrichment Brands; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company-m]

Free Employee Assistance Program

Instruments/Gear Discounts

Growth Opportunities

Daily Pay Available

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Job summary

School of Rock is seeking an enthusiastic Instructor for Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes to create a warm, supportive environment where young musicians can develop through fun activities and rock-instrument play.

The role covers five core areas—keys, vocals, guitar, bass, and drums—while instructors engage with parents and students, document lesson plans, and support recruitment and enrollments. This is a part-time position with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Has a passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven (7)
• 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
• Ideal candidate is proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice.
• Good judgment a must
• Part time, some weekend day availability required.

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
• Assist in recruiting and enrolling students

Skills

Music instruction

Child engagement

Classroom management

Customer relations

Communication

Organization

Flexibility

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Pressure handling

Proficiency in at least one instrument

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!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Instruments/Gear Discounts

• Growth Opportunities

• Daily Pay Available

• Ticketsatwork.com

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.

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

• Assist in recruiting and enrolling students

Skill Requirements:

• 4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

• Has a passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven (7)

• 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

• Ideal candidate is proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice.

• Good judgment a must

• Part time, some weekend day availability required.

It is the policy of the School of Rock to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. School of Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

School of Rock expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of School of Rock's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.