Brass Instructor @ Southland Corp, Grandview, MO

Mykroc; Grandview, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Grandview, Missouri is seeking a Brass Instructor to work with children and adults, planning and teaching music theory, performance skills, and values. Responsibilities include lesson planning, coordinating recitals, organizing performances, and supporting summer music camps, with a focus on developing self-esteem and community engagement.

This part-time role emphasizes teamwork, leadership, and adherence to the mission of The Salvation Army, with occasional travel and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music preferred, or extensive experience teaching music.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and arts programs; plan weekly lessons and implement the curriculum.
• Plan and attend recitals; prepare programs for year-end concert.
• Encourage participants to develop musical skills and self-esteem.
• Organize performances and community activities to raise awareness of the mission.
• Encourage attendance at summer camps and coordinate camper participation.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Music theory proficiency

Instrument proficiency

Leadership skills

Team player

Flexible attitude

Mission-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music

Job description

Brass Instructor @ Southland Corp, Grandview, MO

#K018-29146

Grandview, Missouri, United States

Position Type

Part-time

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