Music Specialist for String violin cello Private Group Instruction

RAGA LLC

Leesburg (VA)

On-site

USD 27,552,000 - 55,104,000

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

A music education company in Leesburg, Virginia, is seeking a part-time music instructor to provide private or semi-private lessons on a variety of instruments. Responsibilities include band coaching for live performances, student placement in ensembles, and offering administrative support. Candidates should possess a teaching certificate or be enrolled in a music program, along with the ability to effectively communicate musical concepts. The position requires playing musical instruments and the capability to operate basic sound equipment.

Qualifications

Must play a musical instrument, multi-instrumentalists preferred.
Ability to communicate music concepts effectively to students.
Willingness to receive and apply constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to music students in private or semi-private lessons.
Direct small groups in playing and performing music.
Assist with school events and administrative tasks as needed.
Support private student placement in pop/rock ensembles in collaboration with the School Director staff.
Move, set up and break down equipment at the school and school events.
Assist B2R management with customer service and prospect phone calls when needed.
Perform a variety of the school maintenance functions (hang posters and frames on walls, install static clings on windows, etc.) when needed.
Assist with moving furniture, equipment and materials.
Assist in basic repair of minor site equipment and instruments.

Skills

Music concepts understanding

Ability to play musical instruments

Basic sound equipment operation

Time management

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Adaptability

Education

Teaching certificate or degrees in music

Tools

Microsoft Office software

MS Office

Job description

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule

Position Purpose

To work part time providing private or semi-private music instruction to students on a variety of instruments. To provide band coaching to small rock/pop ensembles for the purposes of live performance and recordings. To provide music school administrative support, as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following but the individual will also be expected to perform all the duties necessary which are customarily performed by a person holding this position. Other duties may be assigned.

Provide instruction to music students in a private or semi-private lesson format using a proprietary curriculum based on method books and specific methodology and arrangements created for Bach to Rock Music Schools.
Instruct students in techniques needed to play in small groups.
Direct small groups in playing, performing and recording original and cover songs.
Support private student placement in pop/rock ensembles in collaboration with the School Director staff.
Move, set up and break down equipment at the school and school events.
Assist B2R management with customer service and prospect phone calls when needed.
Perform a variety of the school maintenance functions (hang posters and frames on walls, install static clings on windows, etc.) when needed.
Assist with moving furniture, equipment and materials.
Assist in basic repair of minor site equipment and instruments.

Knowledge and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students.
Must play a musical instrument. Multi-instrumentalists are strongly preferred.
Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment.
Must be able to receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations and environments.
Must be able to be physically present at B2R for scheduled lessons and administrative responsibilities.
Advanced knowledge of music theory and technique relevant to primary instruments.
Effective time management and organizational skills.
Ability to operate basic office equipment, i.e. telephones, photocopiers and computers.
Ability to interact effectively with the public.
Ability to work effectively with B2R staff and management.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
Ability to pass a background check.

Education, Work Experience

Teaching certificate and or degrees in music preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered.

Experience in the subject area may be substituted for degree or license.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of his/her job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop and reach.
Ability to lift and move the equipment typically associated with B2R’s day-to-day operation, e.g., amplifiers, keyboards, recording equipment, light furniture, etc.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.