School Camp Instructor

School of Rock is the original performance-based, interactive music school founded in 1998 in Philadelphia. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider. Our mission is to help kids rock their worlds.

Our part time Camp Instructor 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:

• Camp Instructors are responsible for making sure camp rehearsals run smoothly and each student is progressing throughout the week. They should follow the Music Directors lead and help deliver a fun, educational experience for all the campers.
• Facilitate the daily activities of the camp and manage the progression of each student. This includes running a rehearsal room and providing individual instruction when needed.
• Report daily progress to the Music Director and inform them of any issues with any students, songs or casting decisions.
• Help run the camp theme of the week by managing the students both on and off the stage.
• Create an inclusive environment and manage student behavior. Camp Instructors should immediately report any major issues to school management.
• Help get new students excited about joining a seasonal program at School of Rock.
  
  
  

Skill Requirements:

• 1 + years experience teaching and/or working in a camp setting.
• Knowledge of music theory and the ability to follow a curriculum.
• 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 (actively gigging, recording, or playing in a band)
• College level music training/education helpful
• Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor
• Good judgment a must
• Availability to work summer camps for the full week (Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm). Camps are held the week of June 3rd through the week of July 29th (can be flexible to miss 1 or 2 weeks)
  
  
  

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.

School of Rock expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of School of Rock's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.