Guitar Instructor – Private Lessons | Bach to Rock® Herndon
Bach to Rock® Music School in Herndon, VA is hiring a Guitar Instructor to teach private lessons at our professional studio in the WorldGate Centre. This is a W-2, part-time position with flexible hours — perfect for working musicians, music educators, and passionate performers who want a reliable teaching income on their schedule.
Our students range from young beginners (ages 5+) to adults, and they come to us because they want to learn the music they care about. Your job is to meet them where they are and make every lesson worth coming back for.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver engaging, structured private guitar lessons to students of varied ages and skill levels
- Adapt teaching style and repertoire to each individual student's goals
- Maintain accurate lesson notes and progress tracking
- Communicate proactively with parents of younger students
- Participate in Bach to Rock's performance and recital events as needed
Schedule:
- Afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays available
- Minimum availability of ~10 hours/week preferred
Pay Scale (W-2 Hourly):
- $17–$18/hr — Currently enrolled in music degree OR 1–2 years teaching experience
- $18–$20/hr — Completed Bachelor's in Music/Music Ed OR 4–6 years teaching
- $20–$22/hr — Master's degree OR 7–10 years teaching/performance
- $22–$25/hr — PhD or equivalent OR 10+ years high-level teaching and performance
Requirements:
- Proficiency in guitar across multiple styles
- Reliable transportation to Herndon, VA
- Must clear a background check
- Experience teaching children strongly preferred
Why Bach to Rock?
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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
Bach to Rock® is an equal opportunity employer. Join a team of musicians who teach, and teachers who perform.
Bach to Rock (“B2R”) Herndon is a modern, performance-based music school offering private lessons, group classes, bands and ensembles, early childhood programs, camps, and community events. We teach students from early childhood through adults across many instruments and styles, combining structured music education with real-world performance opportunities.
Our team includes instructors, early childhood educators, band coaches, camp and event staff, and front desk/admin support. We value professionalism, reliability, and a genuine love for working with kids and families. As a locally managed school built on a proven national curriculum, we offer the support and structure of an established brand with the tight-knit culture of a small team.
