Job Title: MUSIC INSTRUCTOR (Guitar, Bass, Vocals, Drums and/or Keyboards)

Description: PT position providing individual music theory instruction on one or more of the program instruments.  Assist and or manage performance programs. 

Location: 3260 Duke St Alexandria VA 22314

Reports to: General Manager/Music Director

Start Date: Our school is expected to open April 2019. 

Standard operating hours:  M-F 3pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-4pm
 

Our mission is to inspire kids to rock on stage and in life. School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 200 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider.  The School of Rock Music Instructor teaches students music from the classic rock era to modern hits as well as every rock genre in between. 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 talents as well, which we do our best to engage.

 

Music Instruction:

• 30 and/or 45 minute individual lessons as well as 15-30 minute “trial lessons” for potential students

• Ages range from 6-17, along with adult lessons

• Additional hours and responsibilities come with assisting the Music Director with Performance Groups, Camps, Workshops and events

• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows

• Be sure the students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs

• Willingness to learn and instruct on many different styles and genres

• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using School of Rock’s methodology

• Instructor must be able to incorporate music theory into student's group performance requirements. Example: If student is in a "80's Rock" Performance group, lesson plan must incorporate 80's style music theory and song selection. As an instructor you are required to teach the student the song first, while showing them the music theory behind it.

• Instruction of instrument setup, usage and maintenance as well as any accessories they use

• Weekly documenting of student's performance, growth as well as attitude/cooperation

Customer Connection:

• Inspire, protect and be a positive influence on our students

• Respect and value the diversity of our music, school and our people

• Communicate regularly with parents on progress of students

• Interact with parents and students regularly

• Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

• Assist in group rehearsals and basic maintenance in school

Skill Requirements:

• 2 + years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

• Knowledge of music theory and lesson plan design

• Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of students age 6-17 of varying skill levels and learning abilities

• 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

• Team player

• Adhere to a strong code of conduct

• Pass a standard background check