Summer Music Camp Assistant

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Position Summary: The Summer Music Assistant will support planning and delivery of high-quality music programs at Echo Grove Camp, including Music & Gospel Arts Camp, Junior Conservatory and Senior Conservatory. This position is directly responsible for the oversight of youth in music-related programs and camps and will be residing at Echo Grove Camp within communal spaces and be working outdoors and indoors in a camp setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation, organization and successful execution of the Music & Gospel Arts Camp, Junior Conservatory, and Senior Conservatory programs.
• Assist in all set-up and teardowns of camp, both at Echo Grove Camp and at the Great Lakes Divisional Headquarters.
• Organizing and filing music.
• Teach or assist in music classes, including band, choir, music theory, and other relevant areas.
• Support daily camp operations by moving between classes and helping transport musical equipment as needed.
• Contribute to a positive, Christ-centered camp atmosphere that nurtures musical growth and spiritual development.
• Will perform all duties of a cabin counselor as needed and if assigned which include:

• Responsible for welcoming, settling, and safety of campers for each session
• Ensure campers are aware of personal cleanliness, appropriately dressed for the weather and take precautions in dealing with sun and insect protection
• Be an example of encouragement and respect at all times
• Take note of all announcements
• Assist in teaching activities as needed
• Be sure each camper is getting proper rest.  Encourage a rest time for tired campers.  Encourage promptness throughout the day, including lights-out time
• Lead the cabin group on dining hall procedures, cabin cleanliness, group activities and nightly devotions
• Serve as spotters at lakefront as needed
• Plan activities for the cabin group on rainy days unless otherwise programmed
• On each camp closing day, check out cabin group
• Sanitize showers and bathrooms daily, sanitize dorm area after each session, ensuring safe storage of all cleaning supplies
• Complete appropriate daily reports each day, share with the Program Director, or local leaders, any concerns for follow-up after camp      

• Perform duties as assigned by the Music Department.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience: 

• Music education background or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching or assisting in music instruction, preferred.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Skilled musician with strong proficiency in one or more areas of either band, choir, brass, percussion, piano, etc.
• Ability to work effectively with children and young adults in both group and individual settings.

Computer Skills:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 is a plus
• Willingness to learn new software as needed

Certificates and Licenses: 

• Complete Safe from Harm training and keep current as needed

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer.  Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.

Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.