About the Role:
School of Rock in West Des Moines, IA is looking for a passionate and talented Drum Instructor to inspire the next generation of musicians! This is your chance to share your love of drumming in a fun, performance-driven environment where students don't just learn music — they live it.
Responsibilities:
- Provide engaging one-on-one drum lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels
- Develop personalized lesson plans aligned with School of Rock's proven music curriculum
- Prepare students for live performances and seasonal shows
- Track student progress and communicate updates with parents and staff
- Collaborate with other instructors and music directors to support ensemble rehearsals
- Foster a positive, encouraging, and energetic learning environment
- Maintain and monitor proper use of drum equipment and studio space
Requirements:
- Proficient drummer with strong knowledge of various genres including rock, pop, and blues
- Prior teaching, gigging experience in a band, and/or music instruction experience preferred
- Ability to connect with and motivate children, teens, and adult learners
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable, punctual, and professional demeanor
- Passion for music education and performance
- Ability to read music or strong familiarity with rhythm notation is a plus
About Us:
School of Rock has been revolutionizing music education since 1998 with a performance-based approach that gets students on stage and playing real music fast. Our students and parents love us because we make learning music exciting, social, and deeply rewarding. Our instructors love working here because they get to do what they love every day — play music and inspire others.
JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF PASSIONATE MUSIC EDUCATORS
PART TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES & FULL TIME CAREERS
Being a part of the purpose-driven community at School of Rock is a rewarding experience both professionally and personally for musicians and educators. Working part time at School of Rock is your chance to use your talent, contribute to your community, and transform lives all while giving you the flexibility and resources to pursue your other interests or career goals.
LEARN WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF MUSICIANS
School of Rock is the world's largest music education franchise. We have amazing part-time teaching and administrative gigs at School of Rock locations around the world. Our unique performance-based curriculum and music educators like you enable students to develop in-depth musical skills through individual instruction, rehearsals, and performances with fellow students. At School of Rock, you will get to teach music in a way that helps kids blossom in unimaginable ways. Our performance program gives every kid who participates the opportunity to work with a team and perform live in front of an audience. And along the way, they learn to work toward a goal, go outside of their comfort zone, and kill a riff from "Kashmir."
COMMUNITY
School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. We develop music creativity and proficiency within a culture of belonging, collaboration, and optimism, all while maintaining the highest ideals of safety and integrity. Our music programs are all-inclusive serving children as young as 4 years old through grandparents who want to release their inner rock star. Working at School of Rock means connecting with other like-minded musicians and educators, expanding your own professional network, and future opportunities.
FLEXIBILITY
School of Rock supports aspiring and gigging musicians by offering flexible, part-time work schedules and lessons being taught both in-school and online. We handle the marketing, scheduling, booking, billing, and other administrative aspects of the business so you can focus on teaching as well as your music career or other professional pursuits.
GLOBAL NETWORK
As the world’s largest music education franchise, School of Rock offers a variety of job opportunities for musicians and educators looking for part-time work. With operational roles such as General Manager or Studio Coordinator plus teaching jobs like Music Instructors or Directors, we have rewarding positions available for individuals of varying experience levels and career goals.
MUSIC GEAR
School of Rock helps you stay stocked with the best music gear. We have partnerships with some of the music industry’s biggest brands to provide our employees with steep discounts on some of the best instruments and equipment. Learn more about our GearSelect Program.
DIVERSITY
We believe that diversity and inclusion cultivate the creativity that is essential to our culture and the success of our students. People of all ages, ethnicities, genders, gender identities and expressions, religious beliefs, and cognitive capabilities are encouraged to find their place at School of Rock.
TEACHING MADE EASY
The School of Rock METHOD is a revolutionary approach to music education that has taught hundreds of thousands of students around the world to play music. METHOD integrates our patented curriculum proprietary Method Books and a proprietary Method App providing you with the tools you need so you can focus on teaching.
EMPLOYEE PERKS & BENEFITS
School of Rock offers hourly wages based on an individual’s education, experience, expertise, and availability. Other benefits may be offered via our independently owned and operated franchise companies.