School of Rock Vancouver is 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 for real 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 400 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.

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 vancouver.schoolofrock.com as well as our Instagram account to see what we do, and some performances by our students:



hhttps://www.instagram.com/schoolofrockvancouver/ (They just performed on ice with the Vancouver Canucks!)

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 one 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

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.

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

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🏢 School of Rock Vancouver
📍 British Columbia