Benefits:

Positive work environment

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Musician-friendly hours

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Guitar Instructor – Private Lessons | Bach to Rock® Herndon

Bach to Rock® Music School in Herndon, VA is hiring a Guitar Instructor to teach private lessons at our professional studio in the WorldGate Centre. This is a W-2, part-time position with flexible hours — perfect for working musicians, music educators, and passionate performers who want a reliable teaching income on their schedule.

Our students range from young beginners (ages 5+) to adults, and they come to us because they want to learn the music they care about. Your job is to meet them where they are and make every lesson worth coming back for.

Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging, structured private guitar lessons to students of varied ages and skill levels

Adapt teaching style and repertoire to each individual student's goals

Maintain accurate lesson notes and progress tracking

Communicate proactively with parents of younger students

Participate in Bach to Rock's performance and recital events as needed

Schedule:

Afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays available

Minimum availability of ~10 hours/week preferred

Pay Scale (W-2 Hourly):

$17–$18/hr — Currently enrolled in music degree OR 1–2 years teaching experience

$18–$20/hr — Completed Bachelor's in Music/Music Ed OR 4–6 years teaching

$20–$22/hr — Master's degree OR 7–10 years teaching/performance

$22–$25/hr — PhD or equivalent OR 10+ years high-level teaching and performance

Requirements:

Proficiency in guitar across multiple styles

Reliable transportation to Herndon, VA

Must clear a background check

Experience teaching children strongly preferred

Why Bach to Rock?

401(k) retirement plan — a rare benefit for part-time music educators

W-2 employment — consistent, reliable pay

Flexible scheduling that respects your life as a musician

Professional studio environment — no garage lessons, no commuting to students' homes

Nationally recognized music school brand with an established, supportive curriculum

Real performance opportunities for students: live shows, studio recording, and band ensembles

Bach to Rock® is an equal opportunity employer. Join a team of musicians who teach, and teachers who perform.