Guitar Instructor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Salina, KS

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About The Position

The Guitar 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 as assigned, plans weekly music lessons, and implements appropriate curricula. In partnership with corps leadership, the instructor plans and attends Bravo recitals and prepares corps music programs to participate in the end-of-school-year Bravo concert.

The role encourages participants to build musical abilities, pursue goals, develop talents, strengthen self-esteem, and participate in positive activities. The instructor helps organize performances and community activities that increase public understanding of the corps’ mission. The instructor also encourages participants to attend summer camps and helps plan their participation in divisional music camp and summer music day camps.

This is a part-time, non-exempt position for 2.5 hours per week. Occasional travel may be required. The work takes place in a program environment with moderate to high noise levels. The position requires a valid driver’s license and approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive an Army or personal vehicle on Army business. The Salvation Army is a church, and employees agree not to undermine its religious mission.

Requirements

• At least two years of music experience working with children and/or adults.
• Demonstrated proficiency in music theory and in a primary instrument.
• Personal knowledge of music, including performance, education, and theory.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as a team player, act as a self-starter, and follow assignments through to completion.
• Positive attitude and flexibility when job situations or priorities change.
• Strong commitment to supporting and promoting The Salvation Army’s mission.
• Valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
• Approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.
• Ability to perform light physical work periodically and regularly use instruments and equipment needed in a music program, as well as standard office equipment and a PC.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in music; extensive music-teaching experience may be considered in lieu of education, and relevant experience as determined by The Salvation Army may also substitute for education.
• Performance experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and other arts programs within the corps as assigned.
• Plan weekly music lessons and implement the appropriate program curriculum.
• Work with corps leadership to plan and attend Bravo recitals and prepare corps music programs for the end-of-school-year Bravo concert.
• Encourage participants to pursue goals, develop musical abilities and talents, build self-esteem, increase school/program pride, and take part 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed