Piano Instructor

Job Description

Job Objective:

Work with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and implement a music program w
hich

will include teaching theory, performance skills,
music,
and values.

Essential Functions:

Work within the c
orps
to lead music and other arts programs as assigned. Responsible for lesson planning for music classes each week and implementing the
appropriate curriculum
in the program.

Work
with
corps
leadership,
plan
and attend all the
recitals at the cor
ps
and
prep
the cor
ps
music programs to
participate
in the

concert at the end of each school year.

Encourage participants to work towards a goal and sense of accomplishment in developing musical abilities. Encourage participants to discover and develop skills and talents that will heighten their self-esteem, increase school
/
program pride, and involve them in positive activities.

Assist
with ensuring the music performances and activities heighten the awareness of the purpose of the Corps in the community.

Encourage participants to attend summer camps which will lead them to develop further talents and make spiritual decisions. Be available to help plan the participation of campers in the summer camping programs. This includes the divisional music camp as well as any summer music day
camps
.

All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education
:

Bachelor's degree in music preferred, or extensive experience teaching music.

E
xperience
:

A
minimum of two years' music experience working with children
/
adults. Performance

experience is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses
:

None

Skills/Abilities
:

Demonstrated
proficiency
in music theory and in a primary instrument
.

Personal knowledge of music, including performance, education, and theory.

Strong leadership and organizational skills.

Must be a team player,
self-starter
, and follow through with assignments until completion.

A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations
/
priorities.

A strong commitment to support and promote the mission of
T
he Salvation Army.

Supervisory Responsibility:

N
one

Physical Requirements
:

This
position
is
required
to do light physical work
periodically

in order to
successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employee
is regularly required to
use instruments and equipment needed in a music program. Frequent use of standard office equipment and a PC is also required
.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel
:
Occasional
travel may be
required
.

Driving
:

Driving
is
required
; e
mployee must
possess
a valid driver's license from the state in which you
reside
.
Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions:

The work environment for this position includes a program environment with moderate to high noise level.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church
.
Its message is based on the Bible
.
Its ministry is motivated by the love of God
.
Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Part time position 2.5 hours per week