Music Director

About us

School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 325 schools, 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.

We are seeking a Music Director that embodies rock and roll in a positive way. This role creates a safe and inspiring environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensures that each School of Rock student has an exceptional musical journey.

This position offers a unique opportunity to showcase your musical talent while mentoring others in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for music and possess exceptional leadership and organizational skills, we invite you to apply for the Music Director position.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all music and education-related elements within the School to maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons, rehearsals, and shows. Must be able to work all shifts when the school is open to assist with supporting staff in lessons, classes and rehearsals.
• Seasonal show planning support role that includes curriculum planning, brainstorming meetings, overseeing spreadsheet completion and execution as the season progresses.
• Daily equipment manager duties to ensure all gear is in proper working order and school is tidy and ready for business.
• Responsible for overseeing instructors and rehearsal directors and their daily responsibilities.
• Main point person for all-school live shows (x3 per year)- responsible for UHaul, loading gear, supervising load-in, set-up, soundcheck, stage manager duties, load-out, etc.
• House Band Director role that includes facilitating weekly rehearsals with House Band group, main point person for live shows throughout the spring / summer (same responsibilities as all-school live shows) and assisting with auditions and the casting process.
• Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school.
• Communicate regularly with parents on student progress and address any questions and issues about the music program.
• When needed, market the school by facilitating new student and/or parent prospects tours; engaging and selling them on the school.
• Adhere to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

• 5 years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally
• Ideal candidate is/has been a working musician who also has formal music school training
• Must be able to play all instruments (guitar, bass, keys, drums and vocals) at a moderate proficiency for the ability to fill-in for lessons and rehearsals when necessary. Should be advanced/professional in 2-3 instruments
• Must be comfortable leading a team of employees, delegating tasks and responsibilities, giving feedback and coaching
• Ability to set up gear for all live shows. And run sound at a basic level for select shows.
• Must be able to work all days/times that the school is open (38 hours per week on average)
• Can flex time, when needed- as approved by owners
• Monday - Thursday from 1 - 8:30 p.m.
• Friday from 4:15 - 6:15 p.m.
• Saturday from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Strong organizational skills (detail oriented, punctual, prepared)
• Resourceful and good problem-solver
• Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design
• Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other people
• Works well under pressure and operates with a sense of urgency
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
• Demonstrates leadership, leads by example, shows initiative, has good judgment
• Vast knowledge of the classic rock catalog

Employee Benefits & Perks:

• PTO after one year of employment.
• Various discounts (100% off / 50% off) on School of Rock music programs for employees, employee’s children and extended family.
• Referral bonuses for referring teachers or students.
• Gear discounts through School of Rock GearSelect catalog.
• TicketsatWork membership that provides exclusive travel and entertainment discounts.
• 10% off any Berklee College of Music online course or certificate.
• Free Stageit membership. Allows artists to perform live, online shows to their fans that are interactive,and can be monetized.

It is the policy of the School of Rock to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. School of Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

School of Rock expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of School of Rock's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Do you play all instruments (guitar, bass, keys, drums and vocals) at a moderate proficiency for the ability to fill-in for lessons and rehearsals when necessary? Please tell us your level of proficiency for each (beginner, intermediate, advanced)
• Do you have 5 years’ experience teaching and/or performing music professionally?

Work Location: In person