Bach to Rock: America's Music School is hiring: Guitar Instructor – Music School

Guitar Instructor – Music School (Herndon)

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About Bach To Rock Herndon

Bach to Rock (“B2R”) is a modern music school where students of all ages learn to play the songs they love, perform in bands, and build confidence on stage. Our curriculum combines structured music education with real-world performance opportunities, so students are not just taking lessons—they're joining a musical community. At Bach to Rock Herndon, we offer private lessons, group classes, bands and ensembles, and events. We work with beginners through advanced players, kids through adults, across a wide range of instruments and styles. Our team of instructors and staff is committed to providing a professional, supportive, and fun environment where students can progress, perform, and stay inspired long term.

Benefits

• Growth
• Engaging Job
• Fun Job
• Flexible
• 401(k)

About The Guitar Instructor Role

As a Guitar Instructor at Bach to Rock Herndon, you'll teach private lessons and small groups on acoustic and/or electric guitar (and optionally bass). You'll work with students of different ages and levels—from first-time players to more advanced musicians—helping them build solid technique, musical understanding, and performance confidence.

What You'll Do

• Teach 30- and 60-minute private lessons (and occasionally small groups) on guitar (acoustic, electric, and/or bass).
• Create lesson plans tailored to each student's age, level, and goals.
• Prepare students for recitals, band programs, exams, and performances.
• Communicate professionally with parents/guardians and adult students about progress and expectations.
• Maintain a consistent teaching schedule and provide reliable, timely communication about any changes.
• Collaborate with other instructors and staff on recitals, bands, camps, and events as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Strong proficiency on guitar (acoustic and/or electric); bass skills are a plus.
• Minimum of one of the following:
  • Currently enrolled in a music or music-related degree program, OR
  • 2–3+ years consistent experience teaching guitar or leading youth programs, OR
  • 1–2+ years emerging professional performance experience.
• Comfort working with children and teens in a lesson setting.
• Reliable personal transportation to our school.
• Ability to commit to a consistent weekly teaching schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Music, Music Education, or related field, OR
• 3–5+ years of private lesson teaching experience, OR
• Experience playing in bands/ensembles and preparing students for performances.

Schedule & Pay

• Part-time, hourly position based on lesson schedule.
• Peak hours are weekday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.
• Pay range: $17–$22 per hour, depending on education, teaching experience, and performance background within our instructor tier structure.

Why Teach at Bach to Rock Herndon

• Modern, performance-based teaching environment with band programs and recitals.
• Opportunities to expand into bands, camps, and other programs.
• Administrative staff supports scheduling and billing so you can focus on teaching.
• A collaborative team of instructors across instruments and styles.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Primary and Secondary Education