Rock Splitter jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Job Title: Voice and/or Keyboard Instructor

Reports to: General Manager/Music Director

Please indicate which instrument(s) you teach in your cover letter.

School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 360 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 AC/DC 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 using our patented Song-First teaching method 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

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

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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Experience:

• teaching: 1 year (Required)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person