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Music Specialist - WOODWINDS Private/Semi-Private Instruction

Bach to Rock

Music Specialist - WOODWINDS Private/Semi-Private Instruction

Northbrook, IL
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Music Specialist - WOODWINDS Private/Semi-Private Instruction

    Department: Bach To Rock (“B2R”)

    Reports to: B2R School Director

    FLSA Status: Non-exempt

    Prepared by: Human Resources

    Position Purpose:

    To work part time providing private or semi-private music instruction to students on a variety of instruments. To provide band coaching to small rock/pop ensembles for the purposes of live performance and recordings. To provide music school administrative support, as needed.

    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.

    Music Specialist

    To provide instruction to music students in a private or semi-private lesson format using a proprietary curriculum based on method books and specific methodology and arrangements created for Bach to Rock Music Schools.

    To instruct students in techniques needed to play in small groups.

    To direct small groups in playing, performing and recording original and cover songs.

    To support private student placement in pop/rock ensembles in collaboration with the School Director staff.

    Move, set up and break down equipment at the school and school events

    Assist B2R management with customer service and prospect phone calls when needed

    Perform a variety of the school maintenance functions (hang posters and frames on walls, install static clings on windows, etc.) when needed

    Assist with moving furniture, equipment and materials

    Assist in basic repair of minor site equipment and instruments

    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, skill and ability required. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    Must demonstrate an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts to students

    Must play a musical instrument. Multi-instrumentalists are strongly preferred.

    Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment

    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 and administrative responsibilities

    Advanced knowledge of music theory and technique relevant to primary instruments

    Effective time management and organizational skills

    Ability to operate basic office equipment, i.e. telephones, photocopiers and computers

    Ability to interact effectively with the public

    Ability to work effectively with B2R staff and management

    Ability to work in a fast paced environment

    Ability to adapt to change in the workplace

    Ability to pass a background check

    Education, Work Experience and/or Licensure

    Teaching certificate and or degrees in music preferred; those who are currently enrolled in a music degree program will also be considered

    Experience in the subject area may be substituted for degree or licensure

    Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software

    Language Skills

    Must be proficient English speaking and writing skills

    Additional language(s) are a plus

    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 and move the equipment typically associated with B2R’s day-to-day operation, e.g., amplifiers, keyboards, recording equipment, light furniture, etc.

    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 event venues in the metro area around 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 in its sole discretion.