Piano/keys Instructor

School of Rock Huntington; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

School of Rock Huntington is seeking a passionate Piano/keys Teacher to enhance student learning through performance-based music education. Responsibilities include maximizing lesson quality, creating lesson plans, and communicating with parents about student progress. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of teaching experience, music theory knowledge, and a passion for music education. The role requires strong customer relations and organizational skills. Join us in inspiring the next generation of musicians!

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience teaching or performing music.
• Excellent ability to deal well with a range of customers.
• Resourceful and good problem-solver.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching music

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Music theory knowledge

Problem-solving

Education

Formal music school training

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! We are looking for a Piano/keys Teacher to join us at our School of Rock Huntington 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