Music Instructor

Part‑Time Evenings, Monday‑Wednesday, Pay Rate: $25.00 Per Hour

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Work with youth and adults in the Corps and community to plan and implement music classes that will include music theory, performance skills, musicianship, and character. This position requires scheduled attendance which may include nights and weekends.

• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the position.
• Provide music classes to school age children in 2nd Grade through High School and adults.
• Participate and lead students during Shield Fine Arts recitals/concerts.
• Provide supervision for the children in the program.
• Enforce all rules and fair discipline among program participants.
• Report any accidents/incidents to the director and complete the proper forms.
• Responsible for the set up and take down of games and equipment used for activities.
• Positively interact with volunteers and visitors.
• All other duties as assigned

To supervise youth engaged in The Shield Fine Arts Academy programs.

A minimum of 2 years music experience working with children/adults. Minimum bachelor's degree in music preferred, or extensive experience teaching music. An advanced degree or training is desired; however a combination of high school diploma, or its equivalent and teaching experience will be considered.

• Ability to be flexible and able to work on multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft software to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. The ability to access payroll, timekeeping and personal data via a web-based system.
• Administrative skills to include utilization of standard office equipment, data entry, attention to details and filing.
• Good communication skills both written and spoken, and ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential matters.

Must pass all applicable background checks. Must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must successfully complete Safe from Harm training within 90 days of hire, as established by The Salvation Army.

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The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.

The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The work environment is a setting with moderate and occasionally high noise levels. Ability to work indoor and outdoor in all seasons.