Benefits:
W-2 employment with reliable pay
Growth opportunities
Positive work environment
Competitive pay
401(k)
Flexible schedule
Viola Teacher | Bach to Rock® Music School — Herndon, VA
Bach to Rock® Music School in Herndon, VA is looking for a passionate Viola Teacher to join our growing team of musician-educators. If you love the viola and love working with students, this is the role for you.
Viola teachers are a rare and genuinely valuable find — and we know it. At Bach to Rock, we celebrate the instrument and the educators who champion it. You'll teach private one-on-one viola lessons to students of all ages and skill levels in our professional Worldgate Centre studio, using our student-first curriculum as your foundation while bringing your own musical voice to every lesson.
What You'll Do:
Teach private viola lessons from complete beginner through advanced
Incorporate diverse styles — classical, contemporary, pop, folk, and beyond
Build lesson plans around each student's goals and musical interests
Maintain clear, proactive communication with parents of younger students
Contribute to a supportive, professional school culture
Schedule & Availability:
Weekday afternoons and evenings (approx. 3PM–9PM)
Saturdays (9AM–5PM)
Flexible scheduling around your performance and ensemble commitments
Compensation — Tiered by Experience (W-2 Hourly):
Tier 1 — Entry/Developing Instructor: $17–$18/hr
Tier 2 — Established Instructor: $18–$20/hr
Tier 3 — Advanced/Specialist Instructor: $20–$22/hr
Tier 4 — Senior/Expert Instructor: $22–$25/hr
Who We're Looking For:
Strong viola proficiency with a broad stylistic foundation
Teaching experience preferred — open to emerging instructors with the right passion
Patient, warm, and encouraging with students of all ages
Reliable transportation to Herndon, VA
Must pass a background check
Why Bach to Rock?
401(k) retirement plan — rare for part-time music educators in Northern Virginia
W-2 employment with reliable, consistent hourly pay
Flexible hours that work around your performing schedule
Professional studio — no home visits, no commuting to students
Nationally recognized curriculum with full administrative support
Student performance events: recitals, live shows, and ensemble programs
Viola teachers who love what they do are exactly who our students need. Apply today.