Music Teacher (Manhattan Citadel Corps) Job at The Salvation Army in New York

Overview

Join to apply for the Music Teacher (Manhattan Citadel Corps) role at The Salvation Army.

Responsibilities and qualifications are listed below.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one lessons (Using KeepSAfe guidelines), vocal instruction (group or solo), and other musical instruction.
• Teach and/or lead Corps Brass Band and Singing Company.
• Secure, organize, maintain and provide constant upkeep of all equipment, instruments, and files of the Corps music department.
• Facilitate the participation of students during “Music Sundays” which take place at least 1 Sunday per month.
• Prepare students for participation in Divisional and Territorial “Star Search” music and arts competition. Assist with logistics of transportation, chaperoning, preparation, and leading on competition date.
• Encourage and support youth participation in Divisional music and arts programs by making sure participants are ready for auditions, music camps, and conservatories.
• Must be bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Must have basic office skills including the use of computers.
• Minimum Associate Degree in a related field or two years of college in education or youth work or 2 years of equivalent experience working with youth and music ministries.
• Must have musical ability in Brass Band, Theory, Vocal, and other Instrumental Instruction such as Piano, Guitar, Bass, etc.
• Strong communication skills, positive attitude, initiative, flexibility, dependability, creativity, and ability to work both independently and as a member of a professional team.
• Ability to support, instruct and connect with campers, staff, and Corps leaders.
• Be self-motivated and hard working.

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English and Spanish).
• Basic office skills including computer use.
• Minimum Associate Degree in a related field or two years of college in education or youth work or 2 years of equivalent experience with youth and music ministries.
• Musical ability in Brass Band, Theory, Vocal, and other instrumental instruction (e.g., Piano, Guitar, Bass).
• Strong communication skills, initiative, flexibility, dependability, creativity, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.