Music Director

Music Director

LIFE IS BONKERS LLC

Park Ridge, IL Job Details Part-time $20 - $22 an hour 19 hours ago Qualifications Client relationship management Customer relationship building In-person customer service Working with students Customer engagement Customer relationship management Course design Teaching Specialization in creative arts instruction Teaching instrumental performance Full Job Description School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 240 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider. Our mission is to help kids (and adults) rock their worlds. The Music Director embodies rock and roll in a positive way and is responsible for creating the most valuable student experience possible. This role creates a safe and inspiring environment for students to achieve their musical and creative potential and ensures that each School of Rock student has an exceptional musical journey.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsible for all music and education-related elements within the school. Maximize the quality of music instruction including private lessons and shows. Roll out the music curriculum and oversee all product execution. Oversee the development of shows, this includes: selecting and promoting shows/concerts well in advance with General Manager; creating show assignments for students and overseeing casting decisions; coordinating the set list; training, guiding and assisting show directors so all rehearsals and performances meet high educational standards; assisting in promoting the shows and driving ticket sales. Insuring that show productions are well executed. Market the school by keeping excellent relations with parents and students and offer new student and/or parent prospects tours; engaging and selling them on the school. Teach as directed by General Manager to boost school profitability and operations. Manage the school, including working with the General Manager to open school punctually according to hours of business and staying later when necessary during show season and summer camp. Maintain all music equipment. Communicate regularly with parents on student progress and address any questions and issues about the music program. Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible in the school. Adhere to the SOR Code of Conduct, safety policies, including the Monitoring and Supervision policy.

Skill Requirements:

3+ years' experience teaching and/or performing music professionally Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers and other people Strong organizational skills Very strong customer relations skills Resourceful and good problem-solver Works well under pressure Ideal candidate is a working musician who also has formal music school training Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor Good judgment a must