Music Instructor

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division seeks a music instructor to plan and teach lessons consistent with Salvation Army program guidelines and Chad Smith Foundation expectations. The role includes curriculum planning, coordinating recitals, and delivering lessons across beginner to advanced levels for youth aged 9–18.

Responsibilities also cover lesson reporting, program communications, and maintaining a safe, engaging learning space, with participation in required trainings by

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Instructor is responsible for their own personal instrument(s).
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in music preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assembles semester-long curriculum syllabus according to selected instrument or vocal.
• Coordinates recitals and performances for students of advanced classes and Jam sessions.
• Conducts music lessons for beginner/ intermediate levels (35-minute sessions), and advanced level and Jam sessions (50-minute sessions).
• Conducts lessons for ages 9–18 with cohorts of up to 5 students.
• Completes CSF required lesson reporting and intake forms, including tracking attendance and engagement.
• Communicates Salvation Army programs to students, parents, and the public.
• Communicates Chad Smith Foundation programs to students, parents, and the public.
• Develops and maintains positive learning environment; maintains a safe workspace.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in music

Job description

Job Objective: Plan and teach music lessons for music program participants consistent with Salvation Army program guidelines and Chad Smith Foundation (CSF) expectations.

Essential Functions

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Assembles semester-long curriculum syllabus according to selected instrument or vocal.
• Coordinates recitals and performances for students of advanced classes and Jam sessions.
• Conducts music lessons for beginner/ intermediate levels (35-minute sessions), and advanced level and Jam sessions (50-minute sessions) on assigned scheduled days.
• Conducts lessons for age groups of 9 to 12 and 13 to 18 years old with cohorts of up to 5 members at a time. Start times will be established with the supervisor and CSF contact.
• Completes all CSF required lesson reporting and intake forms, including tracking attendance, student engagement, and other program impact metrics
• Communicates the philosophy, objectives, standards, and programs of the Salvation Army, through all methods available to students, their parents, and the public.
• Communicates the philosophy, objectives, standards, and programs of the partnering organization, Chad Smith Foundation, through all methods available to students, their parents, and the public.
• Develops and maintains positive climate and environment with program space.
• Maintains a safe, neat, and organized workspace.
• Maintains equipment and resources. Conducts basic maintenance of music equipment and notifies site and CSF managers of repairs needed for programming.
• Encourages emotional, social, and educational growth of program participants.
• Must participate in required training courses by the Salvation Army, County, State, and/or funders.

Minimum Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Instructor is responsible for their own personal instrument(s).

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree or professional certification in music preferred.
Experience: At least one year of experience as a performing/practicing musician.
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.