Music Instructor Guitar Bass Drums Keyboard or Vocal

School of Rock Alexandria; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

School of Rock Alexandria is seeking a passionate Music Instructor to deliver engaging music education. The role involves teaching various instruments including keys, vocals, and guitar, while also being a visible presence for students and parents.

With a focus on quality instruction, you'll create lesson plans that enhance students' musical understanding and keep parents informed. Join us in inspiring a love of music!

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Experience working with children.
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows.
• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans.
• Communicate regularly with parents on progress of students after lessons.

Skills

Experience teaching music

Customer relations skills

Knowledge of music theory

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

About Us

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 Music Instructor to join us at our [company name] location.

Music Instructor Responsibilities

As a Music Instructor/teacher 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 Music 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 teachers 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

• 2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally
• Experience working with children
• 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
• Passion for teaching