Drum Instructor

YEB PAYROLL LLC•Columbia, MD

About The Position

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! 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.

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
Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
Good judgment a must
Passion for teaching

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidate is a working musician who also has formal music school training

Responsibilities

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
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.