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School of Rock is hiring: Childcare Music Instructor in New York

School of Rock, New York, NY, United States


School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music! We are looking for a Childcare Music Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Queens location.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Instructor for our Little Wing (ages 4-5) and Rookies (ages 6-7) classes. Little Wing and Rookies Instructors will help create a warm, supportive, and inspiring environment for young musicians aged 4-7, and encourage young children to reach their developmental milestones through fun musical activities and playing rock and roll musical instruments.

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

Ensure 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 schoolAssist in recruiting and enrolling students

Skill Requirements

4+ years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

Passion for and/or experience working with children under the age of seven

Classroom/early childhood education experience preferred

Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design; concepts in music like rhythm, notation, pop and rock genres

Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers, including children and parents

Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

Strong organizational skills

Very strong customer relations skills on the phone and in person

Resourceful and good problem-solver

Works well under pressure

Proficient on at least one of: guitar, keyboard/piano, drums, voice

Good judgment a must

Part-time, some weekend/day availability required

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