Guitar Instructor

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Music InstructorReports to: General Manager/Music DirectorSchool of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 400 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider. Our mission is to help kids rock their worlds.The School of Rock Music Instructor teaches students from ACDC to Zappa. The Instructor creates a safe and cool environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensures that each School of Rock student has an exceptional musical journey.In support of that goal, the Instructor is responsible for all music and education-related elements within the lessons. The Instructor creates a dynamic lesson experience to ensure their students are challenged and inspired. The Instructor embodies rock and roll in a positive way and is responsible for creating a valuable student lesson experience.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:Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and showsBe sure the students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songsCreate and document thoughtful lesson plansCustomer Connection:Communicate regularly with parents on progress of students after lessonsInteract with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the schoolPitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the programAssist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in schoolAdheres to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.Skill Requirements:3 + years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionallyKnowledge of music theory and curriculum designExcellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other peopleStrong organizational skillsVery strong customer relations skillsResourceful and good problem-solverWorks well under pressureIdeal candidate is a working musician who also has formal music school trainingEnthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanorGood judgment a mustPassion for teachingIt is the policy of the School of Rock to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. School of Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.School of Rock expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of School of Rock's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.