Percussion Teacher (Store #2214)

Music & Arts•Herndon, VA

About The Position

At Music & Arts, the Percussion Teacher teaches and inspires students, helping them build a lifelong relationship with music. The teacher creates an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment for students of varying ages and skill levels. The role includes communicating with students and parents about goals and progress, coordinating lesson schedules with store teams, and using musical expertise to encourage student growth. Music & Arts handles administrative work so instructors can focus on teaching. The listed pay is $12.77 per hour for non-teaching work, plus a teaching rate of $11–$22 per hour depending on background and experience. The posting notes that actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, location, and other factors. Music & Arts also offers gig leave for musician employees, as well as benefits including a 401(k) with company match and an employee discount program.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience.
  • Two years of music teaching experience, especially with orchestral percussion.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience with drum set or related instruments.
  • Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctoral) in Music.
  • Professional teaching memberships or certifications.
  • Eight or more years of teaching experience, especially with multiple instruments: banjo, baritone, bass clarinet, bass guitar, bassoon, cello, clarinet, flute, French horn, guitar, mandolin, oboe, percussion, piano, piccolo, saxophone, string bass, trombone, trumpet, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice.

Responsibilities

  • Teach music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
  • Build positive relationships with students and parents through regular communication, goal-setting, and progress updates.
  • Partner with store teams to schedule lessons and encourage student retention.
  • Share musical expertise to inspire students and foster their growth.
  • Create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students can thrive.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Employee discount program.
  • Gig leave for musician employees to take time off to perform and return to their job after a tour.
  • Robust benefits and perks (not further specified).
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