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Guitar Instructor

School of Rock
School of Rock Salary
Syosset, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
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 Guitar Instructor to join us at our School of Rock Syosset/Oyster Bay location.

As a guitar 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 Guitar Instructor/teacher 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


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 School of Rock Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.


Skill Requirements:

  • 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


By clicking 'SUBMIT' you recognize that you are applying for work with an independently owned and operated franchise of School of Rock, not School of Rock, LLC. or any of its affiliates. Any information you submit will be provided solely to the franchisee. If hired, the franchisee will be your only employer. Wage and benefit programs can vary among franchisees.

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