Piano & Keys Instructor - Inspire Students & Lead Rehearsals

School of Rock West U; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Networking Opportunities

Health Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

School of Rock West U is seeking a Piano/keys Instructor to lead music education across private lessons and ensemble settings. The role emphasizes creating an engaging, challenging experience that builds both musical skill and life capabilities for students.

The instructor will deliver lessons, prepare thoughtful plans, and communicate student progress to parents, while participating in rehearsals and maintaining school standards.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Adheres to the School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skills

Experience teaching music

Experience performing music

Music theory knowledge

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Strong organizational skills

Calm under pressure

Working musician with training

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock West U is seeking a Piano/keys Instructor to lead music education across private lessons and ensemble settings. The role emphasizes creating an engaging, challenging experience that builds both musical skill and life capabilities for students.

The instructor will deliver lessons, prepare thoughtful plans, and communicate student progress to parents, while participating in rehearsals and maintaining school standards.