Piano & Keys Instructor - Performance-Based Music Education

School of Rock; Brick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Training & development

Wellness resources

Job summary

School of Rock is seeking a Piano/Keys Teacher for our Brick, NJ location. You will lead music education through private lessons and band rehearsals, delivering engaging lessons and performances that challenge and inspire students.

The role blends performance and teaching, requiring passion for music and the ability to connect with families, manage lesson plans, and maintain a positive student experience. Applicants should be an active musician with formal training.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of 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

Teaching experience

Music theory

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Working musician

Teaching passion

Education

Formal music school training

Job description

School of Rock is seeking a Piano/Keys Teacher for our Brick, NJ location. You will lead music education through private lessons and band rehearsals, delivering engaging lessons and performances that challenge and inspire students.

The role blends performance and teaching, requiring passion for music and the ability to connect with families, manage lesson plans, and maintain a positive student experience. Applicants should be an active musician with formal training.