Piano/keys Instructor

School of Rock; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock in Randolph Township is looking for a passionate Piano/Keys Teacher to join our team. You will maximize the quality of music instruction, develop lesson plans, and maintain strong communication with parents regarding student progress.

The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of teaching experience, knowledge of music theory, and a passion for engaging with students. Join us in enriching lives through performance-based music education!

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.

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.

Skills

Teaching experience

Music theory knowledge

Customer relations skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Flexible and patient demeanor

Judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

Benefits:

• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

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 Piano/keys Teacher to join us at our School of Rock Randolph location.

As a Piano/keys Instructor 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 Piano Instructor/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 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
• Adheres 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
• Passion for teaching