Looking for experienced music instructor to join School of Rock!

Please apply here to be considered: https://www.schoolofrock.com/careers/santaclarita#careers

We are looking for experienced (4+ years) music instructors who can teach beginner to advanced Drums, Keys & Vocals!

School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 300 schools worldwide, 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 part-time Instructor teaches students from ACDC to Zappa. The part time 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 part time Instructor is responsible for all music and education-related elements within the lessons. The part time Instructor creates a dynamic lesson experience to ensure their students are challenged and inspired. The part time 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. Preference given to multi-instrumentalists. Please indicate the instruments you can teach + up to what skill level (beginner, intermediate, advanced).

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

Utilize the School of Rock proprietary Method Books and App

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

Adheres to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy


Skill Requirements:

4+ years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

Vocalist Requirement: priority must be Vocal Health with extensive knowledge in technique (including hard rock, metal, grunge)

Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of ages from 3 to adults (you WILL be instructing young kids)

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

Compensation Range: $21-$26/hr starting pay, based on experience, plus bonuses, employee discounts on gear (Fender, Gibson, Gretsch, etc.) and 401(k).

Employment type: part-time