Music Teacher/Choir Director

Rainbow Acres•Camp Verde, AZ

10d•$20 - $26

About The Position

The Music Teacher will lead engaging, developmentally appropriate classes for adults with developmental disabilities. This role focuses on building foundational performance skills and preparing participants for off-ranch or seasonal performances. Rainbow Acres provides a unique Christian community dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adults with developmental disabilities by assisting each individual to achieve mental, physical, social, vocational and spiritual growth to their fullest potential. Rainbow Acres is an independent not-for-profit Christian ministry related to the American Baptist Church in the USA. Established in 1974, Rainbow provides a residential community to fulfill its mission. The ministry is governed by an independent, self-perpetuating Board of Trustees from Arizona and across the nation.

Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s in Music or Music Therapy (a Master’s is preferred) in addition to 3-5 years of related professional experience including music instruction and experience serving as a choral director; or equivalent combination.
Keyboard skills essential; other instrumental skills strongly desired.
Strong organizational and planning skills required.
Ability to actively engage individuals with Specials Needs in music.
Some weekend work will be expected to help with resident performances.
Ability to meet all clearance requirements, including: Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card Background check Pre-employment physical Drug screening Reference check Verification of absence from the Arizona Adult Protective Services Registry
Evidence of strong ethical standards and moral character is essential along with sensitivity to the needs of the residents.
Evidence of strong Christian commitment is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist the education team with lesson planning, and music instruction on Clavinova pianos, hand bells, choral music
Coordinate choir logistics (caregivers, drivers), direct performances, supervise resident-public interactions, and maintain choir records (scrapbook, sheet music, attendance).
Maintain and inventory musical instruments, report mechanical issues, and schedule tuning or maintenance as needed.
Oversee staff/volunteers in music classes, supervise residents during choir/music labs, collaborate with Advancement team for Ambassador Choir, and support Christian life musical activities.