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River Rock School

Ardsley, NY (In Person)

$83,200 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/19/2026

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Overview Bring your passion for pop/rock music to inspire the next generation! Looking for enthusiastic, demonstrative teachers who can teach drums (beginner to expert). Successful candidate in the past have had strong kid experience, typically as a camp counselor or after-school counselor. Combination of private 1-1 lessons and ensemble teaching. In this dynamic role, you will design engaging lessons, foster a love for all things percussive, and help students achieve their artistic goals. Whether working with children, teenagers, or adults, you'll bring your energy to create a positive learning environment that encourages growth, creativity, and confidence. Responsibilities Deliver fun, engaging lessons
  • get kids to fall in love with drumming!
Prepare drum students for Student Band Showcases (Feb and June) Develop customized curriculum plans for voice and piano lessons tailored to each student's skill level and musical interests Teach 45-minute private (1-1) lessons weekly to students in drums. Give 90-second lesson de-brief to the parent/guardians of 1-1 students at end of each lesson. Ensure that all lessons include proper positioning and adjustment to throne height and tom/cymbal reach Ensure that all lessons include "Homework
  • e.g. /specific songs, rudiments, tempos, passages, etc. Deliver warm, engaging, energetic lessons that motivate students to improve their singing and piano techniques; Provide constructive feedback and encouragement to help students progress confidently in their musical journey Support our school's value of inclusion
  • we welcome students of all backgrounds including students with special needs. Incorporate diverse teaching methods, including lesson planning that integrates theory, technique, and musical expression Foster positive relationships with students and parents to support ongoing development and address individual needs Demonstrate Patience
  • working with kids is not easy!
Ability to motivate and inspire students of varying ages and backgrounds (If available) Teach 90-minute pop/rock Ensemble rehearsals, weekly Desired Previous successful experience teaching music, professional or volunteer basis. Ability to teach an additional instrument (bass, voice, keyboard, or guitar)
Pay:
$40.00 per hour
Work Location:
In person

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