Piano Instructor-Kansas City, KS

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

The Piano Instructor works with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and implement a music program that teaches theory, performance skills, music, and values. The position leads music and other arts programs as assigned, plans weekly lessons, and implements appropriate curriculum. In collaboration with corps leadership, the instructor plans and attends recitals and prepares corps music programs to participate in the end-of-school-year concert. The instructor encourages participants to develop musical abilities and work toward goals, build self-esteem and program pride, and participate in positive activities. The role also supports the corps’ community awareness through performances and activities and encourages participants to attend summer camps, including divisional music camp and summer music day camps.

This is a part-time position for 2.5 hours per week. Occasional travel may be required, and driving is required. The work takes place in a program environment with moderate to high noise levels. Employees are expected not to undermine The Salvation Army’s religious mission.

Requirements

• A minimum of two years of music experience working with children and/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 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.
• Must be approved 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 program curriculum.
• Work with corps leadership to plan and attend corps recitals and prepare music programs for the end-of-school-year concert.
• Encourage participants to set goals and develop musical abilities, self-esteem, school/program pride, and involvement in positive activities.
• Help ensure music performances and activities heighten community awareness of the corps’ purpose.
• 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.
• Drive a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business when required, subject to Fleet Safety Program approval.

What This Job Offers

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