Dusty Strings Music Store & School is looking for an individual dedicated to promoting music education to be our Music School Coordinator. The Dusty Strings Music School fosters a lively, fun, team-oriented environment and is committed to bringing music and musical instruments into people’s lives.
Dusty Strings, as a store and a school, is dedicated to serving the needs of the Seattle music community – particularly the folk music community – providing the resources to allow members of the community to grow and flourish. We feature a large showroom of acoustic and electric instruments for sale, a repair shop, and a spacious music school that offers private lessons and group classes.
As the Music School Coordinator you will be in charge of running the school day-to-day, overseeing our faculty of teachers, and working with students. You will report directly to the store manager. Hours will be 32-40 per week, with some flexibility for evenings or weekends required.
Duties:
Be the warm, friendly face of the Music School
Maintain a program of year-round group classes and workshops with a diverse faculty
Maintain daily schedule of private lessons, group classes, workshops, and free jams and meetups
Promote the music school via flyers, online listings, and social media
Maintain established relationships with local and regional music organizations
Maintain and continually improve school spaces
Recruit new faculty and pursue lesson leads for adults and 5-18 year olds
Help store staff as needed and attend in-store events
Create a positive and memorable experience for all visitors
Job Requirements:
18 years or older
Completed COVID-19 vaccine, except as necessary to accommodate disability or religious belief
Strong administrative and organizational skills
A musical background and a passion for education
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Basic math and computer skills
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with promotion, via social media and print advertising
Familiarity with image editing software
Knowledgeable about American roots music, playing styles, and music history
Ability to play one or more instruments
Compensation:
$20 - $25/hour starting pay, depending on experience and qualifications, with regular reviews for merit raises
Health and dental insurance
Paid vacation and sick leave
Other perks including discounts on merchandise
To apply:
1. Download a fillable PDF Retail Staff Application at https://store.dustystrings.com/images/PDF/MusicSchoolApplicationFillable.pdf.
2. Complete the application, along with a cover letter and resume (optional).
3. You may visit our retail store to apply in person, or email us the application with “School Coordinator” in the email subject line.
Dusty Strings is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, caste, or any other status protected by law.
