Part Time Keyboard Music Instructor

The Salvation Army Southern California • Chico, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Solid Rock Music Academy is a Christ-centered music school committed to equipping students with musical skills, fostering creativity, and helping students develop their God-given talents in a nurturing and encouraging environment. The Keyboard Music Instructor provides high-quality, individualized keyboard instruction to students of varying ages and skill levels, creating engaging lessons that develop proper technique, music theory, and the ability to read and interpret sheet music while inspiring a genuine love for music that glorifies God. As a representative of a Christian-based music school, the instructor is expected to model integrity, patience, encouragement, and a servant’s heart while helping students reach their full musical potential.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in playing keyboard and/or piano, with the ability to perform and model techniques at various skill levels.
• Ability to read sheet music and proficiently interpret music notation across a range of styles and difficulty levels.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Completion of SRMA instructor orientation and any required safety training before beginning instruction.
• Completion of Live Scan fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching keyboard, piano, or a related instrument to children, youth, or adults is strongly preferred.
• No formal music degree or diploma required; what matters most is a solid working knowledge of keyboard/piano and the skills and ability to effectively teach music to students of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, age-appropriate keyboard lessons to each student's current skill level, learning pace, and musical goals.
• Develop structured lesson plans and curriculum aligned with Solid Rock Music Academy's program standards and Christian values.
• Teach proper keyboard technique, hand positioning, posture, fingering, and practice habits to support long-term musical development.
• Foster a Christ-centered, encouraging, and respectful learning environment that motivates students to pursue musical excellence.
• Prepare students for SRMA recitals, showcases, performance events, and other academy milestones.
• Follow all SRMA policies, safety procedures, and code of conduct at all times.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed