Rock Music Instructor - Teach, Perform & Inspire

School of Rock Beacon; City of Beacon (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock Beacon is seeking a Music Instructor to lead private lessons and group shows at our Beacon, NY location. You will design engaging lessons, ensure fundamentals are taught, and document progress for families, while maintaining a dynamic, student-centered environment.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, collaboration with staff, and contributing to a positive student experience through planning, performance, and ongoing development.

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.
• Ensure 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

Problem solving

Under pressure

Working musician

Formal training

Enthusiastic demeanor

Good judgment

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock Beacon is seeking a Music Instructor to lead private lessons and group shows at our Beacon, NY location. You will design engaging lessons, ensure fundamentals are taught, and document progress for families, while maintaining a dynamic, student-centered environment.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, collaboration with staff, and contributing to a positive student experience through planning, performance, and ongoing development.