Piano Instructor @ Northland Corp

The Salvation Army Central Territory•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

The Piano Instructor works with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and implement a music program that includes teaching music theory, performance skills, music, and values. The instructor leads music and other arts programs as assigned, plans weekly music lessons, and implements the appropriate curriculum. In coordination with corps leadership, the instructor plans and attends corps recitals and prepares music programs to participate in the end-of-school-year concert. The role encourages participants to develop musical abilities, build self-esteem and pride in their school or program, and take part in positive activities. It also supports music performances and activities that raise community awareness of the Corps’ purpose, and encourages participants to attend summer camps and further develop their talents. The instructor helps plan campers’ participation in summer programs, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps. Other duties may be assigned. This part-time position is 2.5 hours. Work takes place in a program environment with moderate to high noise levels. The role involves occasional travel and 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 an evangelical part of the Christian church, and employees are expected not to undermine its religious mission.

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 follow assignments through to completion.
Positive attitude and flexibility in response to changing job situations and priorities.
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.

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 appropriate program curricula.
Work with corps leadership to plan and attend recitals.
Prepare corps music programs to participate in the end-of-school-year concert.
Encourage participants to work toward goals and develop their musical abilities.
Encourage participants to discover and develop skills and talents that support self-esteem, program pride, and positive activities.
Support music performances and activities that raise awareness of the Corps’ purpose in the community.
Encourage participants to attend summer camps to develop their talents and make spiritual decisions.
Help plan campers’ participation in summer camping programs, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps.
Perform other duties as assigned.