Music Teacher

School of Rock Langleyis looking for talented, high-energy music instructors to join our growing team! This role is ideal for musicians who love teaching, thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments, and want to be part of something more than just weekly lessons. Our instructors play a key role in shaping student experiences, building confidence, and preparing students forreal live performances as part of a band. We are especially interested in multi-instrumentalists who can teach at least 3 of the following instruments: Guitar, drums, bass, keys, vocals.

ABOUT SCHOOL OF ROCK
School of Rock is one of the world's leading performance-based music education program for kids, teens, and adults. Our programs combine private lessons with group rehearsals, culminating in real live performances on real stages. Students build musical skill, confidence, teamwork, and stage presence while learning everything from classic rock to modern hits.

In 2025, School of Rock Vancouver was recognized as one of the Top 10 schools worldwide out of more than 450 locations and received the prestigious School of Rock Headliner Award. The Headliner Award recognizes schools that demonstrate exceptional performance in enriching lives through performance-based music education, with exemplary achievement in school safety, utilization of the School of Rock Method, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

As School of Rock Vancouver expands to Langley, we are looking for instructors who want to help build on that momentum and contribute to the same level of excellence, culture, and community impact.

Check out our website langley.schoolofrock.com as well as our Vancouver Instagram account to see what we do, and some performances by our students: https://www.instagram.com/schoolofrockvancouver/ (They just performed on ice with the Vancouver Canucks!) You can see that video here: https://youtu.be/LR3v86QNINY

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Music Instruction:

• Deliver lessons to beginner students using the School of Rock Method with School of Rock Method Books and Method App
• Document and report on student progress in School of Rock systems at the end of each lesson
• Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows
• Be sure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs
• Create and document thoughtful lesson plans
• Attend and successfully complete all required training
• Attend and participate in occasional meetings, as well as seasonal events and shows
• Assist with school and instrument maintenance and repairs as needed
• Communicate regularly with parents and admin 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 programs and other tasks
• Assist in rehearsals and basic maintenance in school
• Adhere to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, employee manual, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy and other policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned
• This is an entirely in-person role. No remote work is available.

REQUIREMENTS

• 2 + years of experience as a musician - performing and/or teaching
• Ability to teach two or more of the following instruments at the beginner to advanced levels: Guitar, bass, drums, keys and vocals. Preference will be given to candidates who can teach 3 or more instruments
• Diploma or degree in music and music theory from a recognized post-secondary institution, or working towards completion.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to deal well with a wide range of people
• Strong organizational, resourcefulness and problem-solving skills
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, kind, and positive demeanor, with a passion for teaching
• Experience working with youth is an asset
• Excellent team player who loves to collaborate with others
• A clean criminal record background check is required and is a condition of employment
• This position is entirely in-person. No remote work is available.
• This position is a casual / on-call, part-time position with shifts typically between 1pm to 9pm on weekdays, and 10am - 6pm on weekends. Shift length, times and days are subject to change and may vary depending on scheduled events and lesson schedules. Shifts are not guaranteed.

SCHEDULING & COMMITMENT

• Ongoing: Casual / Part-time, variable hours based on lesson schedules and rehearsals, as well as marketing events and seasonal shows.
• Typical shifts include weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends, however could include other times for special events and seasonal camps.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit the following by email to langley@schoolofrock.com;

• Resume
• Cover letter explaining why you are interested and what instruments you teach

Help us find you in the noise!

We receive a lot of spam and mass-submitted applications, so a short cover letter helps us find people who've read the posting and are excited to join our team. No need for a novel! Tell us what caught your eye about this role and why you'd love to work with us. A little personality is welcome!

Please include a cover letter. We can only consider applications that include one.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.