Guitar Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Discounts on Music Gear
• Free Coffee
• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

School of Rock Boulder has been a part of the Boulder and surrounding communities since 2010 and have been able to show hundreds of students and families how music can bring a community together. We are looking for a Guitar Instructor to join us at our Boulder, Co location to help bring this message of music and acceptance to more students, both children and adults.

As a guitar Instructor  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 Guitar Instructor/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:

• 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 school
• Adheres to the School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy. 

Skill Requirements:

• 1-2+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally preferred, but not required
• Basic knowledge of music theory 
• Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of students and other people 
• Strong organizational skills 
• Very strong student/teacher relations skills
• Resourceful and good problem-solver
• Works well under pressure
• Ideal candidate can be a working musician 
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor 
• Good judgment a must
• Passion for teaching