DJ Instructor

Bach To Rock (“B2R”) America’s Music School for students of all ages is seeking a DJ and Music Production Teacher to work as a part-time employee, providing music and performance lessons to students. If you can teach additional instruments (drums, guitar, piano, voice, brass, strings, etc.), you will go to the top of the list. 

Want to work in a state-of-the-art 2600-square-foot music studio? Music Teachers at Bach to Rock use the curriculum to provide students of all ages with an inspiring and well-balanced music education. By teaching theory and technique using music that students know and love (with copyright royalties paid for by B2R), teachers develop musicians who enjoy performing in bands, recording in our studio, and even composing original music!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following but the individual will also be expected to perform all the duties necessary, which are customarily performed by a person holding this position.  Other duties may be assigned.

DJ &/or Music Production Instructor

• Deliver instruction in mixing and scratching on turntables using Bach to Rock’s proprietary curriculum and specific methodology
• Deliver instruction in music production using Bach to Rock’s proprietary curriculum and Ableton Live
• Adapt to DJ or Music Production students interested in diverse styles (hip hop, pop, rock, house, oldies, etc.)
• Coach DJ students for live performances.
• Provide administrative support, as needed.
• Manage classroom time effectively to balance student needs and attention

Administrative Support

• Move, set up, and break down equipment at the school and events
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and materials
• Perform basic repair of minor school equipment
• Assist with equipment inventory

Knowledge and Abilities 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required.  Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must demonstrate an understanding of DJ Mixing, Scratching, or Music Production concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students effectively
• Must DJ or use Ableton Live at a professional level of competence

• Must be able to receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations, and environments
• Must be able to be physically present at B2R for scheduled lessons
• Ability to interact effectively with the public
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, i.e. telephones, photocopiers and computers
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff and management
• Adaptable to changes in the workplace
• Ability to pass a background check

Education, Work Experience and/or License

• Teaching certificate and or degree in music is preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered
• Experience in the subject area and or professional musical performance may be substituted for a degree or license

Language Skills

• Must be proficient in English speaking and writing skills

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 up to 40 lbs.

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
• Music lesson rooms
• Various music event venues throughout the metro area surrounding 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 required of personnel so classified.  Bach to Rock reserves the right to modify this job description at its sole discretion.

B2R offers an hourly rate based on education, experience, expertise, and availability.  

This Bach to Rock is locally owned and operated by Bachin' The Suburbs, LLC, an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Fun place to work!
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Please tell us what instruments you can teach (voice, guitar, bass, ukulele, piano, drum set, woodwinds, brass, trumpet, flute, strings, DJ mixing/scratching, music production-Ableton, Recording Arts-pro-tools) and at what level (beginner, intermediate, expert)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location