Music Specialist - Rock Band and Ensemble Coach

Bach to Rock Cypress•Cypress Gardens, FL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides music and performance instruction to student bands and ensembles. The role involves coaching band members on collaboration, listening, and working together effectively for performances and recordings. Additionally, the Music Specialist will provide administrative support to the music school as needed.

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 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 and band performance.
Effective time management and organizational skills to keep a group of students on task in a productive rehearsal.
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.
Proficient English speaking and writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Multi-instrumentalists are strongly preferred.
Additional language(s) are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to music students in a group lesson format using a proprietary curriculum based on method books and specific methodology and arrangements created for Bach to Rock Music Schools.
Document completed activities and repertoire progress during each band session.
Instruct students in techniques needed to play in small groups.
Direct small groups in playing, performing and recording original and cover songs.
Create an encouraging, supportive, fun, and focused, rehearsal atmosphere.
Adapt to students interested in a wide variety of diverse styles (e.g., hip hop, pop, rock, house, oldies etc.).
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.
Assist B2R management with customer service and prospect phone calls when needed.
Perform a variety of the school maintenance functions (hang posters and frames on walls, install static clings on windows, etc.) when needed.
Assist with moving furniture, equipment and materials.
Assist in basic repair of minor site equipment and instruments.