Music Teacher (Manhattan Citadel Corps)
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The Salvation Army Eastern Territory
NY
Summary
Provide individual and group musical instruction, including vocal and brass band leadership, while maintaining the music department's equipment. Facilitate student participation in music Sundays and prepare youth for divisional and territorial competitions.
Job Description
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.
- Tuesdays, Wednesday, and/or Thursdays (9:30 AM - 2:00 PM) Seasonal for the Summer (June 30 to August 6)+ one Sunday, August 2 (same hours)
- Option to continue into the school year during and after school hours available.
Qualifications
- 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 Communications 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.
Every year, The Salvation Army helps more than 27 million people in nearly every ZIP code in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a wide range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from substance abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at our more than 6,400 centers of operation around the country. In 2024, Forbes ranked The Salvation Army 6th in its list of America’s Top 100 Charities. And in 2021, The Chronicle of Philanthropy ranked The Salvation Army 2nd on its list of “America’s Favorite Charities.”
Founded
1865
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
West Nyack, New York
Every year, The Salvation Army helps more than 27 million people in nearly every ZIP code in America overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a wide range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from substance abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at our more than 6,400 centers of operation around the country. In 2024, Forbes ranked The Salvation Army 6th in its list of America’s Top 100 Charities. And in 2021, The Chronicle of Philanthropy ranked The Salvation Army 2nd on its list of “America’s Favorite Charities.”
Founded
1865
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
West Nyack, New York
