Vocal Instructor & Music Educator — Flexible Schedule

School of Rock North Haven; North Haven (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SIMPLE IRA

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

School of Rock North Haven is seeking a Vocal Instructor to lead private lessons and rehearsals, delivering a dynamic experience that challenges and inspires students in a performance-based program.

The role focuses on teaching vocals within School of Rock’s five core areas—keys, vocals, guitar, bass and drums—and involves creating engaging lesson plans, maintaining student progress, and ensuring a positive student experience for families in the North Haven location.

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 teaching experience

Music theory

Customer relations

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Working musician

Positive attitude

Judgement

Passion for teaching

Job description

School of Rock North Haven is seeking a Vocal Instructor to lead private lessons and rehearsals, delivering a dynamic experience that challenges and inspires students in a performance-based program.

The role focuses on teaching vocals within School of Rock’s five core areas—keys, vocals, guitar, bass and drums—and involves creating engaging lesson plans, maintaining student progress, and ensuring a positive student experience for families in the North Haven location.