Guitar Instructor

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory is seeking a music program leader to work with children and adults in Emporia, Kansas. This role involves planning and implementing a music program, conducting lessons, and encouraging participants to develop their musical skills and self-esteem.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent experience, along with a strong commitment to the mission of The Salvation Army. The position also involves organizing performances and activities that promote community understanding.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ music experience working with children/adults.
• Extensive experience in performance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and arts programs and lesson planning.
• Organize musical performances and community activities.
• Encourage participants to work toward musical goals.

Skills

Demonstrated proficiency in music theory

Experience teaching music

Strong leadership skills

Ability to be a team player

Commitment to support the mission of The Salvation Army

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 which will include teaching theory, performance skills, music, and values.

Essential Functions

• Work within the corps to lead music and other arts programs as assigned. Responsible for lesson planning for music classes each week and implementing the appropriate curriculum in the program.
• Work with corps leadership, plan and attend all the recitals at the corps and prep the corps music programs to participate in the concert at the end of each school year.
• Encourage participants to work toward 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 day camps.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in music preferred, or extensive experience teaching music.
• Experience: A minimum of two years’ music experience working with children / adults.
• Performance experience is preferred.
• Certifications/Licenses: None.

Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in 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 of The Salvation Army.

Supervisory Responsibility

None.

Physical Requirements

This position is required to do light physical work periodically in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. The employee is regularly required to use 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 to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required.

Driving

Employee must possess a valid driver’s license from the state in which you reside. 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

The work environment for this position includes a program environment with moderate to high noise level.

Equal Opportunity

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.