Piano & Keys Instructor — Rock-Infused Music Coach

School of Rock Raleigh; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 27,552 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

School of Rock Raleigh is seeking a Piano/keys Instructor to oversee music education during lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience that challenges and inspires students.

The role entails teaching fundamentals beyond songs, developing thoughtful lesson plans, and engaging with parents to share progress. The ideal candidate is a working musician with formal music school training, strong organizational and people skills, and a passion for teaching.

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 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

Music theory

Curriculum design

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Teaching

Patience

Passion for teaching

Education

Formal music school training

Job description

School of Rock Raleigh is seeking a Piano/keys Instructor to oversee music education during lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience that challenges and inspires students.

The role entails teaching fundamentals beyond songs, developing thoughtful lesson plans, and engaging with parents to share progress. The ideal candidate is a working musician with formal music school training, strong organizational and people skills, and a passion for teaching.