Piano Instructor

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army North & Central Illinois Division seeks a dedicated music program leader to work with children and adults in corps and community settings. You will plan weekly music lessons, implement curricula, and help organize recitals and end-of-year performances.

The role emphasizes developing musical skills, leadership, and a positive, mission-driven attitude, supporting Salvation Army outreach and community involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music or extensive experience teaching music.
• Minimum of two years’ music experience with children/adults; performance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and arts programs within the corps; plan weekly lesson curricula.
• Organize recitals and participate in year-end concert preparations.
• Encourage participants to pursue goals, develop skills, and build self-esteem.
• Coordinate performances and community activities to promote the corps’ mission.
• Support campers and summer music programs and engage families.

Skills

Music theory

Instrument proficiency

Leadership

Organizational skills

Team player

Flexibility

Mission alignment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or equivalent

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 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 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.

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.