Overview
Representing The Salvation Army's spiritual & musical ministry in all spheres of influence within the Greater New York Division, this position will assist the Divisional Music & Creative Arts Director in the development of the music and creative arts programs in the corps, and the overall Divisional music and creative arts ministry.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development of Dance programs at the corps within the Division, as assigned, assisting with the development drama programs as appropriate.
- Evaluate and document the strengths and weaknesses of the arts program in each corps assigned to determine the aptitude of the participants, and as a result, develop a teaching plan to strengthen the skills of the participants within the corps to benefit the larger corps program
- Assist the Music & Creative Arts Department in developing a teaching schedule based on the programming needs of the various corps within the Division
- Supply the corps within the Division with Dance resources, and materials such as costumes, dance supplies, and other necessary equipment that will help both employees and local arts leaders to carry out a program within the Corps setting
- Develop leaders within the Corps by teaching them how to lead and rehearse arts groups, organize an arts program, teach individual lessons and group classes, instruct participants of all ages, prepare for performances, and how to mentor those participating in their program
- Help to secure local volunteers to teach and enhance the musical ministry and program of the Corps in the Division
- Promote and plan arts events at the Corps level as appropriate. This includes helping local leaders plan programs, advertise these programs, and implement events.
- Assist with the Music & Creative Arts Camp, Junior & Senior Conservatories, Star Search, TAM Conservatory, and any Divisional Events as assigned.
- Assist as assigned with any Divisional arts groups, as assigned by the Divisional Music & Creative Arts Director (for this position, specifically the Divisional Dance Team and Railton Dance).
- Assist in the maintenance of the Divisional Prop and Costume inventories and managing equipment storage, maintenance, and lending equipment and supplies to the corps.
- Work diligently in all areas of the corps ministry to enhance both the artistic and spiritual growth of the participants within the music programs
- Work to establish a vibrant Divisional arts ministry that allows individuals to use their gifts and talents to the fullest as they serve God
- Assist with any other projects and responsibilities as assigned by the Divisional Music & Creative Arts Director
- All other duties as assigned
Breakdown of time:
Corps instruction/teaching, leadership development and preparation – 70%
Divisional group leadership & special events assistance – 15%
Star Lake Camp summer ministry – 15%
The Divisional Creative Arts Leader will teach at 4 corps per week as assigned by the Divisional Music & Creative Arts Director and will soldier at a corps to be approved by the Program Secretary.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in the field of the Arts and/or relevant experience leading Creative Arts programs in The Salvation Army with emphasis in Drama, Dance and/or Timbrels.
- Active uniformed Salvationist in good standing, who is willing to soldier at a Corps in the Greater New York Division, to be approved by the Program Secretary
- Must have or obtain a valid driver's license and be able to obtain access to a vehicle for travel around the Greater New York Division
- Must be able to work well independently and have good organizational skills
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.