Brass Instructor @ Northland Corp

Omaha Kroc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a part‑time music program facilitator to work with children and adults, planning and implementing theory, performance, and values-based instruction.

You will collaborate with corps leadership, plan and attend recitals, and help organize concerts and community events that advance the Salvation Army's mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music preferred or extensive teaching experience.
• Proficiency in music theory and performance on a primary instrument.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and arts programs as assigned.
• Plan weekly music lessons and implement the curriculum.
• Support corps leadership and prepare recitals and end-of-year concert.
• Encourage participants to develop skills and self-esteem through music.
• Organize performances and community activities to promote the mission.
• Assist with summer camps and divisional music programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Music theory

Primary instrument

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team player

Flexibility

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Job description

Job Objective:Work with children and adults in the corps and community to plan and implement a music program whichwill include teaching theory, performance skills,music,and values.

Essential Functions:

• Work within the corpsto lead music and other arts programs as assigned. Responsible for lesson planning for music classes each week and implementing theappropriate curriculumin the program.
• Workwithcorpsleadership,planand attend all therecitals at thecorpsandprepthecorpsmusic programs toparticipatein theconcert at the end of each school year.
• Encourage participants to work towards a goal and sense of accomplishment in developing musical abilities. Encourage participants to discover and develop skills and talents that will heighten their self-esteem, increase school/program pride, and involve them in positive activities.
• Help organize musical performances and community activities that increase public understanding of the mission of the corps in the community.
• Encourage participants to attend summer camps which will lead them to develop further talents and make spiritual decisions. Be available to help plan the participation of campers in the summer camping programs. This includes the divisional music camp as well as any summer music daycamps.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:Bachelor'sdegree in music preferred, or extensive experience teaching music.

Experience:Aminimum of two years’ music experience working with children/adults.Performanceexperience is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstratedproficiencyin music theory and in a primary instrument.
• Personal knowledge of music, including performance, education, and theory.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Must be a team player,self-starter, and follow through with assignments until completion.
• A positive attitude and the ability to be flexible in light of changing job situations/priorities.
• A strong commitment to support and promote the mission ofThe Salvation Army.

Supervisory Responsibility:None

Physical Requirements:Thispositionisrequiredto do light physical workperiodicallyin order tosuccessfully perform the essential functions of this position, the employeeis regularly required touse instruments and equipment needed in a music program. Frequent use of standard office equipment and a PC is also required. Reasonable accommodation may be made toenable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel:Occasionaltravel may berequired.

Driving:Employee mustpossessa valid driver's license from the state in which youreside.Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions:Thework environment for this position includes aprogramenvironment with moderate to high noise level.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army Mission: 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.

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Part Time 2.5 hours per week