Part-Time

YEB PAYROLL LLC•Palo Alto, CA

97d

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! School of Rock is looking for an enthusiastic Instructor for our Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes. Little Wing and Rookies Instructors will help create a warm, supportive and inspiring environment for young musicians aged 4-7, and encourage young children to reach their developmental milestones through fun musical activities and playing rock and roll musical instruments. 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
Has a passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven (7)
Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design; concepts in music like rhythm, notation, pop and rock genres
Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers, including but not limited to, children and parents
Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
Strong organizational skills
Very strong customer relations skills on the phone and in person
Resourceful and good problem-solver
Works well under pressure
Ideal candidate is proficient on at least one: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice.
Good judgment a must

Nice To Haves

Classroom/early childhood education experience preferred.

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
Assist in recruiting and enrolling students