Drum Instructor
Listed on 2026-06-20
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Education / Teaching
Music / Audio Production -
Creative Arts/Media
Music / Audio Production, Creative Design / Digital Art
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
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 Drum Instructor/Teacher to join us at our School of Rock Queens location.
As a Drum Instructor you will be responsible for all music education‑related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Drum Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.
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
- 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 School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.
- 3+ 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
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