Drums & Percussion Instructor – Bands & Private Lessons; Herndon

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Bach to Rock Herndon is a modern music school where students learn through private instruction and performance opportunities (recitals, bands/ensembles, camps, and events). We teach kids, teens, and adults in a professional, upbeat environment.

We’re hiring a Drums & Percussion Instructor to teach private lessons and help students build the skills needed to play confidently in real musical settings—solid time, clean technique, reading literacy, and musical control. The ideal candidate can teach drum set fundamentals and is comfortable supporting broader percussion concepts when needed.

• Teach drum set private lessons (and occasional small groups).
• Develop student timing, coordination, technique, reading fundamentals, and style vocabulary (rock/pop, funk, blues, etc.).
• Teach structured practice methods: slow practice, counting, metronome use, measurable goals.
• Prepare students for recitals and performance opportunities; support ensemble readiness where applicable.
• Communicate clearly with parents/guardians and students about progress and practice expectations.

• Strong drum set proficiency; percussion literacy a plus.
• Teaching experience with kids/teens OR strong performance background with clear instructional ability.
• Professional, reliable, and consistent weekly availability.
• Reliable transportation to our location.

• Phone interview
• On-site audition + mock lesson
• Offer contingent on successful background check

• Tiered hourly pay aligned to experience: $17–$22/hr (Tier 1–3).