Piano Instructor

Responsibilities

• To provide state-of-the-art and relevant instruction that contributes to each member's class/program goals.
• Instruct with sound principles in the area of instruction.
• Ability to teach beginners through advanced learners.
• Provide individual and group guidelines for development in programs.
• Critique and give feedback to participants regarding their work and performance level.
• Ability to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and classes according to desired outcomes and goals.
• Maintain an open communication with the respective program manager/coordinator regarding class development and scheduling.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and attitude with students of all ages, patrons, customers, staff, and upper management.
• Ensure that any classroom changes or modifications are communicated to all classroom participants efficiently.
• To develop and instruct fun, energetic, and highly motivational classes for all ages and skill levels.
• Design instructional programs, prepare lesson plans and instructional materials, present subject matter demonstrating proper techniques, and perform classroom management tasks.
• Ability to speak and communicate before both small and large groups of people with poise and enthusiasm.
• Create, teach, demonstrate, and implement planned practices suitable for children and adults of all ages and abilities.
• Provide a safe, fun, and enjoyable learning environment for all participants.
• Ensure that the ultimate goal of spiritual, emotional, and physical regeneration of all people is represented and infused in all programs, trainings, customer relations, and levels of operation.
• Be on time and prepared to teach your class.
• Help facilitate equality and fairness among all participants.

Qualifications

• Appropriate prior experience teaching or working in the area of instruction specified is required.
• Experience requirements will vary depending on the class.
• Certification or a degree in a related field or level of expertise is required.
• Where applicable, you must have up-to-date personal insurance before employment.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have strong organizational skills and abilities.
• Must be able to function effectively with minimal or no supervision.
• Must be able to demonstrate various skills in the area of instruction specified.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to speak Spanish is desired.
• Must have physical ability to instruct appropriate classes.
• Have the ability to work and relate well with people.
• Complete Safe From Harm training as established by The Salvation Army and become certified as a Safe From Harm Train the Trainer.
• Before hiring, must pass a thorough background check.