Bach To Rock (“B2R”) America’s Music School for students of all ages is currently seeking Woodwind Teachers to work as part-time employees providing music and performance lessons to students at the Nashville West location.

Teachers at Bach to Rock use B2R curriculum to provide students of all ages an inspiring and well-balanced music education.  By teaching theory and technique using music that students know and love, B2R teachers develop musicians who enjoy performing, recording in our studio, and even composing original music!

Position Responsibilities

• Teach private lessons, semi-private lessons, and group classes, using Bach to Rock curriculum and cover song arrangements.
• Create an encouraging, fun, and focused lesson atmosphere.
• Assign homework via MyB2R.
• Monitor and assess student progress based on learned concepts using Bach to Rock curriculum
• Discuss student progress with parents.
• Assess a student’s readiness to join a band or ensemble.
• Submit student report cards twice annually.
• Attend required staff meetings.
• Prepare and conduct student recitals and showcase events.
• Assist at school events.
• Assist in basic minor repairs and maintenance of site equipment and instruments.
• Use paid downtime (late or no-show students) to help keep school “Tour Ready!”

Requirements

• Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to effectively communicate those concepts to students.
• Must demonstrate advanced knowledge of music theory and technique relevant to primary instrument.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to keep students on task in lessons/classes.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a variety of personalities.
• Experienced performer (either solo or group).
• Experience working with youth and/or beginning musicians.
• Be able to operate basic office equipment (i.e., telephones, photocopiers and computers).
• Be able to communicate and interact effectively with the public.
• Be able to work effectively with B2R staff and management.
• Be able to operate in a fast-paced work environment.

• Be able to adapt to change in the workplace.

• Pass a background check.

Education, Work Experience and/or Licensure

• Teaching certificate and or degrees in music preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered.
• Performance or band member experience may be substituted for degree or licensure.
• Experience working with young beginner musicians.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, and macOS and iOS.

Language Skills

• Must be proficient in speaking and writing in English.

•  Additional language(s) are a plus! 

Physical Demands

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

• 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.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic office environment
• Music studio, band lesson rooms, and performance space
• Music event venues in the metro area around the school

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. Bach to Rock reserves the right to modify this job description at its sole discretion.

Bach to Rock offers the opportunity to work a flexible part time schedule in a fun environment with other like-minded musicians. We handle the marketing, scheduling, booking, billing, and other business aspects of the lessons & group classes so that you can focus on teaching.  

This Bach to Rock is locally owned and operated by Peacock Family LLC, an Equal Opportunity Employer.