Job Description

At Bach to Rock, we make learning music fun! The Private, Semi-Private Instructor works part time providing private or semi-private music instruction to students. The roll can include providing band coaching to small rock / pop ensembles for the purposes of live performance and recordings. You may also be asked to provide music school administrative support, as needed. All lessons are at our Wellesley location. We provide the instruments and curriculum. You just need to show up and teach.

Duties & Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities may include the following, but the individual will also be expected to perform all the necessary duties that are customarily performed by a person holding this position.

• Provides instruction to music students in a private or semi-private lesson format using a proprietary curriculum based on method books and specific methodology and arrangements created for Bach to Rock Music Schools
• Instructs students in techniques needed to play in small groups
• Directs small groups in playing, performing and recording original and cover songs
• Support private student placement in pop/rock ensembles in collaboration with the School Director staff
• Moves, sets up and breaks down equipment at the school and school events
• Assists B2R management with customer service and prospect phone calls when needed
• Performs a variety of the school maintenance functions (hang posters and frames on walls, install static clings on windows, etc.) when needed
• Assists with moving furniture, equipment and materials
• Assists in basic repair of minor site equipment and instruments

Other duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. 

• Teaching certificate and or degrees in music preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered
• Experience in the subject area may be substituted for degree or licensure
• Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students
• Must play a musical instrument, multi-instrumentalists are strongly preferred
• Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment
• Must be able to receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations and environments
• Must be able to be physically present at B2R for scheduled lessons and administrative responsibilities
• Advanced knowledge of music theory and technique relevant to primary instruments
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, i.e. telephones, photocopiers and computers
• Ability to interact effectively with the public
• Ability to work effectively with B2R staff and management
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to adapt to change in the workplace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, additional languages are desirable
• Ability to use all relevant computer software (Microsoft Office, etc) proficiently, and the ability to learn to use B2R’s specialized systems 
• Ability to pass a background check

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work during the company’s normal business hours that includes weekends and evenings
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop and reach
• Ability to lift and move the equipment typically associated with B2R’s day-to-day operation, e.g., amplifiers, keyboards, recording equipment, light furniture, etc.
• Ability to attend off-site Bach to Rock events during day, nights, and weekends.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified. Bosbands Incorporated reserves the right to modify this job description in its sole discretion.

Benefits

Flexible schedule, work the days and hours you want 

Paid Training

Paid sick leave

Travel expense reimbursement

401(k) match

One free music lesson each week

Access to rehearsal rooms

Access to recording studio

Employees working more than 30 hours are eligible for heath insurance and other benefits