Guitar Instructor

Krocphoenix; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Phoenix seeks a Guitar Instructor to develop lesson plans and teach beginners to intermediate students aged 8-14, focusing on chords, strumming and music reading. Classes meet Thursdays 6:00 PM–6:45 PM, requiring patience, creativity, and an engaging teaching style to build a supportive learning environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of teaching experience; related certification or degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least 2 years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified preferred.
• Certification or degree in a related field or level of expertise is preferred.
• Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
• Must demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified.
• Must read, write, and communicate in English; bilingual English-Spanish preferred.
• Must work well with people.
• Must be in good physical and mental health to meet job demands.
• Must maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem-solving.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Instruct with sound principles in the area of instruction specified.
• Teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of instruction specified.
• Provide individual guidelines for development in the area of instruction specified.
• Write class outlines.
• Create, teach, implement, and demonstrate planned practices and performances.
• Follow safety precautions and ensure compliance by all class members.
• Maintain a safe working environment and report issues to supervisors.
• Generate accident and incident reports as required and notify appropriate personnel.

Skills

Patience

Teaching

English fluency

Classroom management

Education

Related degree preferred

Tools

Music education resources

Job description

Description

Position Summary:

Guitar Instructors should be highly motivated educators of music. They will develop lesson plans and instruct beginner to intermediate guitar students ages 8-14, covering chords, strumming, and music reading. Class meets on Thursdays from 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM. The ideal candidate should demonstrate patience, musical talent, and creativity while providing an engaging and supportive learning environment for young guitarists.

HOURLY RATE OF PAY: $20.00 to $35.00 DOEE

Qualifications:

• Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
• At least 2 years of prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified preferred.
• Certification or degree in a related field or level of expertise is preferred.
• Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
• Must be able to demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.
• Must be able to work and relate well with people.
• Must be in good physical and mental health, capable of meeting the demands of the specified area.
• Must maintain a professional attitude and approach to problem-solving.
• Must be able to successfully to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have the ability to work with children, parents, staff, and the community in a capacity of leadership and education including but not limited to:
  • Ability to relate joyfully and sensitively to children of all ages.
  • Sensitivity to individual needs.
  • Ability to use appropriate positive discipline consistent with The Salvation Army’s behavior management plan.
  • Ability to handle security and crisis situations calmly and maintain confidentiality as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Instruct with sound principles in the area of instruction specified.
• Teach beginners through advanced learners in the area of instruction specified
• Provide individual guidelines for development in the area of instruction specified.
• Write class outlines.
• Create, teach, implement, and demonstrate planned practices and performances.
• Knowledge of safety precautions needed and ability to ensure compliance/adherence by all class members.
• Maintain a safe working environment; report all harmful problems with facilities to proper supervisors.
• Generate legible and accurate accident and incident reports as required and immediately notify appropriate personnel of all accidents or potentially unsafe conditions.
• Display integrity, enthusiasm, and sound moral judgment.
• Follow and adhere to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures including Protecting the Mission policy.
• Provide a safe, fun, and enjoyable learning environment for all participants.
• Maintain open communication with direct supervisor in regard to scheduling and coaching.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with children, parents, customers, staff, and management.
• Be on time and prepared to teach your class.
• Help facilitate equality and fairness among all participants.
• Ensure that any classroom changes or modifications are communicated to supervisors and all classroom participants in an efficient manner.
• Perform other duties as directed as related to the position of Music Instructor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach with hands and arms on a continuous basis. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to operate a telephone, a desktop or laptop computer, as well as the ability to access and produce information from a computer, and to understand written information.

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