Vocal Instructor

School of Rock; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock in Wexford is searching for a passionate Vocal Instructor to enrich students' lives through music education. In this role, you will maximize music instruction quality, engage with students, and communicate with parents about progress.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of teaching experience, knowledge of music theory, and a passion for teaching. Benefits include performance bonuses, employee discounts, and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally.
• Strong organizational and customer relations skills.
• Ideal candidate is a working musician with formal music school training.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching and/or performing music professionally

Knowledge of music theory

Strong organizational skills

Excellent customer relations skills

Problem-solving skills

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance‑based music education. With over 425 schools and a strong internationally recognised 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 Vocal Instructor to join us at our Wexford location.

As a Vocal Instructor/teacher 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 Vocal 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

• Maximise 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

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 cancelled lessons in the overall execution of the program
• Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in school
• Adhere 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 organisational 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 demeanour
• Good judgement a must
• Passion for teaching

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development
• Wage and benefit programs can vary among franchisees