HCA Music Instructor

Overview

HIRING RANGE: $20.00 - $28.00/hour

Variable HCA Music Instructor

The City of Lakewood is dedicated to upholding City values to include:
Performance Excellence, Leadership, Respect and Collaboration. Best fit candidates will demonstrate innovation, customer service, dedication, passion and engagement. All people, citizens and employees, will be treated with respect, relevance, and importance.

JOB SUMMARY: The Lakewood Cultural Center is seeking Music Instructors to teach youth and/or adults in group settings. Our ideal instructor is passionate about the positive impact music brings to individuals, self-motivated, and well-organized. A candidate who is proficient in one or more of the following: guitar, ukulele, traditional drum, Native American flute, voice, and mommy/me music appreciation. Shifts will be discussed during the interview process.

Occasional evening and weekend workshops and events are required.

About Community Resources: Community Resources is committed to providing high quality park, recreation, family and cultural services and facilities that inspire enjoyment, learning and wellness in the lives of those who live, work and play in Lakewood. We value leadership, integrity, communication and connection, diversity and adaptability.

The City of Lakewood is currently recruiting variable employees for this position. A variable employee is an at-will employee who works in a seasonal or temporary capacity. Their work schedule is based on business needs. This position would be a part-time non-benefitted position.

(This job description does not intend to list every function of the position).

• Instruct, encourage, support, and lead students in classes/workshops that fosters positive self-expression, and builds self-esteem and personal growth;
• Engage and connect with students, fostering an environment of patience and understanding;
• Teach and guide students progression and adjust teaching techniques as necessary;
• Create a fun and welcoming atmosphere for our students;
• Set up the classroom and return the space to the neat state upon completion of class;
• To be aware and maintain a headcount of where students are at all times;
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of supplies and report for reorder;
• Report injuries and complete required forms;
• Immediately notify supervisor of broken equipment or any unsafe conditions;

Hours will vary based on the quantity of courses taught and may vary from season to season. Approximately to start with 2.5-7 hours per week, with additional in-school workshops and occasional evening and weekend workshops/events. Summer camp is 20 to 40 hours per week. This position is continuous.

• Works as a part of the team by supporting others and taking initiative;
• Attend all required staff/planning meetings.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received:

• Receives supervision from the Cultural Programs Coordinator and in-school workshops supervision is through the Arts Education Outreach Specialist.

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to work with all ages;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and participants;
• Ability to develop engaging and inclusive curriculum;
• Experience leading or assisting with art programs/activities;
• Experience leading or assisting groups of varying sizes;
• Effectively support students of all skill and ability levels;
• Ability to motivate and inspire students to thrive in groups and on their own;
• Have good classroom management;
• Have an understanding of classroom supply safety;
• Have good communication skills;
• Have good organizational skills;
• Background check is required.

• A 2 or 4-year degree in Music Education;
• 3-5 years of experience in a classroom setting as an instructor or teaching artist may be used in place of a degree.

• If youth specific, one year of experience teaching children or previous summer camp experience is desired.

• A valid CPR/AED certificate or in the process completed by the start of employment.

Background and reference checks will be conducted for all regular and some variable/seasonal positions.