Guitar & Bass Instructor – Music School (Herndon)

Bach to Rock: America's Music School•Herndon, VA

6d•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

As a Guitar & Bass Instructor at Bach to Rock Herndon, you'll teach private lessons and small groups on acoustic and/or electric guitar (and optionally bass). You'll work with students of different ages and levels—from first-time players to more advanced musicians—helping them build solid technique, musical understanding, and performance confidence.

Requirements

Strong proficiency on guitar (acoustic and/or electric); bass skills are a plus.
Minimum of one of the following: Currently enrolled in a music or music-related degree program, OR 2–3+ years consistent experience teaching guitar or leading youth programs, OR 1–2+ years emerging professional performance experience.
Comfort working with children and teens in a lesson setting.
Reliable personal transportation to our school.
Ability to commit to a consistent weekly teaching schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in Music, Music Education, or related field, OR 3–5+ years of private lesson teaching experience, OR Experience playing in bands/ensembles and preparing students for performances.

Responsibilities

Teach 30- and 60-minute private lessons (and occasionally small groups) on guitar (acoustic, electric, and/or bass).
Create lesson plans tailored to each student's age, level, and goals.
Prepare students for recitals, band programs, exams, and performances.
Communicate professionally with parents/guardians and adult students about progress and expectations.
Maintain a consistent teaching schedule and provide reliable, timely communication about any changes.
Collaborate with other instructors and staff on recitals, bands, camps, and events as needed.