Guitar Instructor

Bach To Rock Mt Juliet • Mount Juliet, TN

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About The Position

To work part time providing private or semi-private music instruction to students on guitar and/or a variety of instruments. To provide band coaching to small rock/pop ensembles for the purposes of live performance and recordings.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students.
• Must play a musical instrument; multi-instrumentalists are strongly preferred.
• Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment.
• Must be able to receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations and environments.
• Must be able to be physically present at B2R for scheduled lessons and administrative responsibilities.
• Advanced knowledge of music theory and technique relevant to primary instruments.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, i.e., telephones, photocopiers and computers.
• Ability to interact effectively with the public.
• Ability to work effectively with B2R staff and management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching certificate and/or degrees in music preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered.
• Experience in the subject area may be substituted for degree or licensure.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Proficient English speaking and writing skills; additional language(s) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to music students in a private or semi-private lesson format using a proprietary curriculum based on method books and specific methodology and arrangements created for Bach to Rock Music Schools.
• Instruct students in techniques needed to play in small groups.
• Direct small groups in playing, performing and recording original and cover songs.
• Support private student placement in pop/rock ensembles in collaboration with the School Director staff.
• Move, set up and break down equipment at the school and school events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree