Guitar Teacher

Company: Bach to Rock -- Herndon
Location: Herndon
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Guitar Teacher | Bach to Rock® Music School – Herndon, VA Love guitar? Love people? Bach to Rock® Herndon is looking for a passionate Guitar Teacher to join our team of professional musician-educators at our studio in the WorldGate Centre. At Bach to Rock, we do music education differently. Students pick the songs they love — from rock and pop to blues, acoustic, and beyond — and you help them fall in love with playing. You'll teach private one-on-one lessons to students of all ages, from young beginners to adults, in a fun, professional, and supportive school environment. What You'll Do: - Teach private guitar lessons across all skill levels (beginner to advanced) - Cover a broad range of styles: rock, pop, acoustic, electric, blues, country, classical - Use Bach to Rock's structured curriculum as a foundation while personalizing lessons to each student - Track student progress and maintain open communication with parents - Bring energy, reliability, and genuine enthusiasm to every lesson Schedule & Availability: - Weekday afternoons and evenings (approx. 3PM–9PM) - Saturdays (9AM–5PM) - Flexible — we work around your performance and gigging schedule Compensation — Tiered by Experience: - Tier 1 (Developing Instructor): $17–$18/hr - Tier 2 (Established Instructor): $18–$20/hr - Tier 3 (Advanced/Specialist): $20–$22/hr - Tier 4 (Senior/Expert): $22–$25/hr Your tier is determined by your education, teaching history, and performance background — and there's a clear path to grow. Who We're Looking For: - Strong guitar proficiency across multiple styles - Prior teaching experience is a plus, but we welcome emerging instructors with the right drive - Comfortable and patient with students of all ages, especially children - Reliable transportation to our Herndon studio - Must pass a background check - Currently gigging, recording, or performing? We love working musicians. Why Bach to Rock? - 401(k) retirement plan — a rare benefit for part-time music educators - W-2 employment — consistent, reliable pay - Flexible scheduling that respects your life as a musician - Professional studio environment — no garage lessons, no commuting to students' homes - Nationally recognized music school brand with an established, supportive curriculum - Real performance opportunities for students: live shows, studio recording, and band ensembles If you're ready to inspire the next generation of guitarists, we want to meet you. Apply today!

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