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1 person is interested
Guitar Instructor - Guitars for Vets (Tampa, FL)
ORGANIZATION: Guitars For Vets
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1 person is interested
Guitars For Vets is seeking a Guitar Instructor for the Tampa, FL chapter. This position
is non-compensated. The Instructor works with the Chapter Coordinator to provide free
guitar lessons to Veterans suffering from PTSD and physical injuries in a structured
program in partnership with the Department of Veteran Affairs. G4V fosters a learning
environment based on the PAGE model (Patience, Acceptance, Gratitude and Empathy).
Required skills:
* Ability to pass a background check
* Willingness to become a VA volunteer
* Commitment to following G4V processes in accordance with our 501(c)3 status
* Responsiveness to communication with the local G4V Chapter Coordinator
* Reliability to attend scheduled lessons one hour/wk for 10-week period(s)
Additional skills:
* Some experience with guitar instruction
* Experience with group teaching and management
*Guitars for Vets is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2007 and based in
Milwaukee, WI. G4V provides 10 free guitar lessons and a new acoustic guitar to
Veterans with PTSD, physical injuries and emotional distress in a structured program run
by volunteers and in partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Currently, there
are more than 100 chapters serving hundreds of Veterans in 40 states.
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About Guitars For Vets
Location:
P.O. Box 617, Milwaukee, WI 53201, US
Mission Statement
Guitars for Vets, Inc. (G4V) is a federally registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that enhances the lives of ailing and injured military veterans by providing them with guitars and music instruction. Through self-expression and the healing power of music, it is our intent to restore the feelings of joy and purpose that can be lost after suffering trauma.
Description
Guitars For Vets is a volunteer staffed organization with over 120 chapters in cities across the United States. Each chapter works with local VA care providers who identify and refer interested veterans who can benefit from the healing power of music. Many of our students suffer from PTSD or other traumatic injuries. Veterans enroll to receive ten free, individualized guitar instructions from volunteer guitar instructors in the community and a loaner instrument as needed . Upon completion of the instruction program they receive a free guitar with all accessories from Guitars For Vets. Graduates are invited to participate in ongoing group lessons and workshops.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
13000 Bruce B. Downs BoulevardTampa, FL 33612
DATE POSTED
April 17, 2019
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
- String Instrument
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 2-4 hours per week