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Music Instructor

School of Rock

School Of Rock Music Instructor

School Of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 450 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!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Free Employee Assistance Program
  • Instruments/Gear Discounts
  • Growth Opportunities
  • Daily Pay Available
  • Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music 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 Music Instructor 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 SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

  • 4 + 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

It 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.

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