WEST HARTFORD ROCKS

Music Teacher Job at WEST HARTFORD ROCKS in West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD ROCKS, West Hartford, CT, United States

Job Description

School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 300 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider. Our mission is to help kids rock their worlds.

The School of Rock Music Instructor teaches students from ACDC to Zappa. The Instructor creates a safe and cool environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensures that each School of Rock student has an exceptional musical journey.

In support of that goal, the Instructor is responsible for all music and education-related elements within the lessons. The Instructor creates a dynamic lesson experience to ensure their students are challenged and inspired. The Instructor embodies rock and roll in a positive way and is responsible for creating a valuable student lesson experience.

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.

Music Instruction:

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
Conduct online lessons using School of Rock Remote

Customer Connection:

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
Adheres to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

4 + years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally
Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design
Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other people
Strong organizational skills
Very strong customer relations skills
Resourceful and good problem-solver
Works well under pressure
Ideal candidate is a working musician who also has formal music school training
Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
Good judgment a must
Passion for teaching

It is the policy of the School of Rock to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. School of Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

School of Rock expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of School of Rock's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.