Brass Instructor @ Northland Corp

The Salvation Army Central Territory • Kansas City, MO

2d

About The Position

The Brass Instructor works with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and implement a music program that teaches music theory, performance skills, music, and values. The instructor leads music and other arts programs, plans and teaches weekly music classes, and implements the appropriate curriculum. In coordination with corps leadership, the instructor plans and attends recitals and prepares corps music programs to participate in the end-of-school-year concert. The role encourages participants to build musical abilities, confidence, pride, and involvement in positive activities. It also supports performances and community activities that promote public understanding of the corps' mission, and encourages and helps plan participants' involvement in summer camps, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps. The position is part-time, 2.5 hours per week.

Requirements

• At least two years of music experience working with children or adults.
• Demonstrated proficiency in music theory and a primary instrument.
• Personal knowledge of music, including performance, education, and theory.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as a team player, take initiative, and complete assignments.
• Positive attitude and flexibility when job situations or priorities change.
• Strong commitment to supporting and promoting The Salvation Army's mission.
• Must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence.
• Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Lead music and other arts programs within the corps as assigned.
• Plan weekly music lessons and implement the appropriate curriculum.
• Work with corps leadership to plan and attend recitals and prepare corps music programs for the end-of-school-year concert.
• Encourage participants to work toward goals and develop their musical abilities.
• Help participants discover and develop skills and talents that support self-esteem, school or program pride, and involvement in positive activities.
• Help organize musical performances and community activities that increase public understanding of the corps' mission.
• Encourage participants to attend summer camps and help plan their participation in divisional music camp and summer music day camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time