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Guitar Set-Up Associate

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$18/hr

The Guitar Set-Up Technician plays a critical role in the Customer Experience for imported guitar ... This person must be familiar with common Set-Up and Maintenance procedures for acoustic and ...

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Electric/Acoustic Guitar- Music Teacher - Private/Semi-Private Instruction

Bach to Rock - Powell, America's Music School

Powell, OH • On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

Bach To Rock ("B2R") America's Music School for students of all ages is currently seeking Electric and Acoustic Guitar Teachers to work as part-time employees providing music and performance lessons to students.
Music 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 and semi-private lessons using Bach to Rock curriculum and cover song arrangements
  • Create an encouraging, fun, and focused lesson atmosphere
  • Assess a student's readiness to join a band or ensemble
  • Assist at school events
  • May repair equipment as needed and able.
  • Ability to coach small ensembles

Requirements:
  • Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts effectively to students
  • Must have an advanced understanding of music theory and technique relevant to primary instrument
  • Effective time management and organizational skills to keep students on task in a lesson
  • 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
  • Ability to interact effectively with children and adults
  • Ability to pass a background check

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 lessons & group classes so that you can focus on teaching.
B2R offers an hourly rate starting from $19-$25 that is based on education, experience, expertise, and availability. We offer ICHRA health benefits to all eligible full-time employees.This Bach to Rock is locally owned and operated by:
Strohecker Productions, LLC
Strohecker Productions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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