Drum Teacher Store

Drum Teacher – Store 220, The Guitar Center Company

Pay Rate: $16.50/hr – $19.90/hr (Non‑Teaching) up to $27.66/hr total teaching rate depending on background and experience.

With over 300 stores across the nation, Guitar Center embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our customers and employees to find their own unique sound. Our mission is to develop and nurture lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non‑musicians alike to experience the joy that comes from creating music.

• You should love where you work. Competitive pay, health coverage, and a 401(k). An inclusive culture of belonging and more.
• Gig Leave program. Unlimited leave for touring and exclusive discounts on gear for associates.
• Continued education support. Money toward further training and mental health access.
• Perks. Free gifts and travel discounts.
• Inclusive benefits such as fertility support and specific offerings for the Trans community.

As a Music Teacher, you will be responsible for teaching music lessons to students according to the Guitar Center Lessons curriculum. You will work to increase student count, ensuring each student continues to grow, develop, and enjoys playing music while nurturing our culture of integrity, inclusion, musical passion, and respect.

If you embody a Customer First mindset and want to provide an excellent customer experience, this is the place for you!

• Partner with the store Lessons Lead to schedule and retain student headcount based on community needs.
• Teach students using the Guitar Center Lessons Curriculum.
• Assist with customer service as needed, building long‑term student relationships and creating a great experience.
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Partner with students and families through frequent communication, building trust, and valuing parental knowledge.
• Communicate progress to students and parents.
• Share students’ goals and progress regularly.

• Previous experience in Music, Education, or a related field.
• Ability to teach the instrument(s) you are proficient in (e.g., Drums, Guitar, Keyboard).
• Demonstrable competence and proficiency in the instrument you will teach.

Guitar Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job‑related requirements.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation by calling 1‑818‑735‑8800 ext. 2862 or by emailing

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part‑time

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Manufacturing