Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

School of Rock Summer Creek is hiring a high-level Drums Instructor to develop students from beginner through advanced and prepare them for live performance. This role is for experienced musicians and educators who run structured, intentional lessons, maintain high standards, and consistently drive measurable student progress.

The Role

You will coach students to become confident, versatile drummers by developing:

• Proper drum technique, grip, posture, and movement
• Strong timing, tempo, groove, and internal pulse
• Coordination and independence between hands and feet
• Rudiments, sticking patterns, rolls, accents, and control
• Rock, pop, blues, funk, R&B, and other contemporary styles
• Beats, grooves, fills, transitions, and song structures
• Dynamic control, feel, articulation, and playing with intention
• Reading drum notation, charts, and rhythmic notation
• Ear training and the ability to learn songs efficiently
• Improvisation and creative drum vocabulary
• Playing to the song rather than simply playing the instrument
• Listening and responding to bass, guitar, vocals, and the rest of the band
• Rehearsal preparation, stage readiness, and professional performance habits
• Confidence and musicianship for live performance

This is not a “just play songs” environment. We expect focused, outcome-driven instruction that builds real musicianship from first-time beginners to advanced players.

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, structured one-on-one drum lessons
• Adapt teaching approach across beginner, intermediate, and advanced students
• Develop strong timing, coordination, groove, technique, and musical awareness
• Teach students to maintain a consistent tempo and play confidently with a click or backing track
• Develop students' ability to support the song, listen to the band, and play appropriately for the musical situation
• Teach students how to build effective grooves, fills, transitions, and arrangements
• Prepare students for rehearsals, performances, and School of Rock shows
• Set clear goals and assign weekly practice
• Track and communicate student progress consistently
• Collaborate with other instructors and school leadership
• Help students develop the skills, confidence, and professionalism required to perform as part of a band

Non-Negotiables

• On time = early (15 minutes before first lesson)
• Same-day lesson notes, every lesson
• Prepared, intentional lesson plans for every student
• Professional, proactive communication with parents and staff
• Maintain a focused, productive lesson environment

What Success Looks Like

Top instructors:

• Show clear student progress within the first 60–90 days
• Retain students through strong relationships and results
• Consistently prepare students who are confident on stage
• Develop students who can play effectively with other musicians
• Teach students to develop strong timing, groove, and ensemble awareness
• Help students build both technical ability and musical independence
• Communicate proactively with families and leadership

Qualifications (Minimum Bar)

• 5+ years performing and/or teaching drums
• Strong foundation in drum technique, rhythm, timing, coordination, and musicality
• Ability to teach beginner through advanced students
• Strong understanding of rock, pop, blues, funk, R&B, and contemporary music
• Strong sense of timing, groove, dynamics, and rhythmic fundamentals
• Ability to teach beats, fills, rudiments, coordination, reading, and practical musical theory
• Ability to teach students to play with a click/metronome and backing tracks
• Proven ability to work with youth and varying skill levels
• High level of reliability and professionalism

Preferred:

• Multi-instrument ability (bass, guitar, vocals, piano/keys, etc.)
• Experience performing and rehearsing in a band setting
• Experience teaching ensemble and rhythm-section fundamentals
• Strong knowledge of drum equipment, cymbals, tuning, and basic drum setup
• Experience preparing students for live performance
• Formal training in music education or drum/percussion pedagogy
• Experience teaching reading and rudiments

Not a Fit If You:

• Struggle with punctuality or consistency
• “Wing” lessons without structure
• Avoid teaching fundamentals (technique + theory)
• Only know how to teach songs without developing broader musicianship
• Can’t adapt to different student levels
• Are uncomfortable teaching with a metronome/click
• Are uncomfortable teaching groove, dynamics, and ensemble playing
• Treat teaching as a casual side gig

Why This Role Stands Out

• Performance-based program (students perform live)
• High standards and strong team culture
• Opportunity to develop well-rounded, real musicians
• Work with students across all skill levels
• Collaborate with other professional musicians and instructors
• Help students turn their drums skills into real-world performance ability

If you’re a serious drums instructor who expects excellence from yourself and your students, apply today.

Compensation & Performance Bonus

This is a performance-driven role with clear expectations and upside.

You’ll participate in our Grow Together Bonus Program, designed to reward consistency, professionalism, and contribution to student growth and enrollment.

You’ll have the opportunity to earn additional income through:

• New student enrollments
• Program and camp sign-ups
• Referrals and gear sales

Bonuses are tied to doing the right things consistently including staying organized, supporting student engagement, and following up with leads and helping families enroll.

Top performers consistently earn additional monthly income through this program. Full details are reviewed during the interview process.

Hiring Process

Instructor candidates complete a short audition process:

• Interview with school leadership
• Teaching demonstration or mock lesson
• Musicianship check on primary instrument
• Team fit conversation

Our Mission

We help students shine, connect, belong, and grow through performance-based music education. Our instructors do more than teach songs. They help students build confidence, develop musicianship, and perform live on real stages.

About School of Rock

Founded in 1998, School of Rock is the world’s leader in performance-based music education, teaching over 80,000 students around the globe. Our mission is simple: to enrich lives through music and build the world’s most passionate community of performers and musicians.

It is the policy of the School of Rock to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. School of Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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