Music Instructor - Little Wing and Rookies

YEB PAYROLL LLC•Vienna, VA

10d•$19 - $22

About The Position

School of Rock is seeking an enthusiastic instructor for its Little Wing classes for ages 4–5 and Rookies classes for ages 6–7. The instructor creates a warm, supportive, and inspiring environment for young musicians and encourages children to reach developmental milestones through fun musical activities and playing rock-and-roll instruments. School of Rock teaches five core areas: keys, vocals, guitar, bass, and drums. Instructors maximize the quality of music instruction, including private lessons and shows, and help students learn music fundamentals in addition to songs. They also communicate with parents about student progress, stay visible and accessible at the school, assist with program execution, rehearsals, and basic school maintenance, and follow the School of Rock Code of Conduct and safety policies. This is a part-time role requiring some availability on weekend days. The employer states that it provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits unlawful harassment.

Requirements

Have a passion for and/or experience working with children under age seven.
Know music theory and curriculum design, including rhythm, notation, and pop and rock genres.
Have excellent ability to work well with a wide range of customers, including children and parents.
Have strong organizational skills.
Have very strong customer relations skills.
Be resourceful and a good problem-solver.
Work well under pressure.
Be proficient in at least one of guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, or voice.
Have an enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor.
Exercise good judgment.
Be available for some weekend days.

Nice To Haves

Classroom or early childhood education experience.

Responsibilities

Maximize the quality of music instruction, including private lessons and shows.
Ensure students learn music fundamentals, not just songs.
Create and document thoughtful lesson plans.
Communicate regularly with parents about students’ progress after lessons.
Interact regularly with parents and students and remain visible and accessible in the school.
Pitch in during canceled lessons to support overall program execution.
Assist with rehearsals and basic maintenance in the school.
Follow the School of Rock Code of Conduct and safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.