Piano Instructor

The Salvation Army Central Territory • St Joseph, MO

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About The Position

The Piano Instructor works with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and deliver a music program that teaches music theory, performance skills, music, and values. The position leads music and other arts programs, prepares and teaches weekly music classes, and works with corps leadership to organize recitals and prepare participants for the end-of-school-year concert. The instructor encourages participants to build musical abilities, work toward goals, develop self-esteem and program pride, and take part in positive activities. The role also supports summer camp participation, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps.

The work takes place in a program environment with moderate to high noise levels. Light physical work is periodically required, including use of instruments and music-program equipment; standard office equipment and a PC are used frequently. Occasional travel may be required. Driving is required, and the employee must have a valid driver's license and approval through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business. Employees are expected not to undermine The Salvation Army's religious mission.

Requirements

• At least two years of music experience working with children 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 be a team player and self-starter and to follow assignments through to completion.
• Positive attitude and flexibility when job situations or priorities change.
• Strong commitment to support and promote 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 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.
• Encourage participants to discover and develop talents that build self-esteem, increase school or program pride, and involve them in positive activities.
• Support music performances and activities that raise community awareness of the purpose of the Corps.
• Encourage participants to attend summer camps to further develop their talents and make spiritual decisions.
• Help plan campers' participation in summer programs, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time