Childcare Music Instructor

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized 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 Childcare Music Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Queens location. School of Rock is looking for an enthusiastic Instructor for our Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes. Little Wing and Rookies Instructors will help create a warm, supportive and inspiring environment for young musicians aged 4-7, and encourage young children to reach their developmental milestones through fun musical activities and playing rock and roll musical instruments. 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 shows Be sure the 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 canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in schoolAssist in recruiting and enrolling students Skill Requirements 4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally Has a passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven (7) Classroom/early childhood education experience preferred. Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design; concepts in music like rhythm, notation, pop and rock genres Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers, including but not limited to, children and parents Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor Strong organizational skills Very strong customer relations skills on the phone and in person Resourceful and good problem-solver Works well under pressure Ideal candidate is proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice. Good judgment a must Part time, some weekend day availability required. #J-18808-Ljbffr School of Rock Queens