Band Assistant - Percussion Instructor - Abingdon H.S.

Young World Physical Education; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Band Assistant - Percussion Instructor in Abingdon, Virginia. This role focuses on teaching percussion techniques and coordinating rehearsals for high school marching band.

The ideal candidate should possess strong experience in percussion instruction, manage logistics for percussion equipment, and ensure integration with the full band ensemble. The position starts immediately and is essential for the success of the percussion section.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in instructing percussion at a high school level.
• Strong understanding of percussion techniques and ensemble integration.
• Ability to manage rehearsals effectively and ensure precision in performances.

Responsibilities

• Run efficient percussion sectionals and manage rehearsals.
• Instruct percussion-specific marching techniques and choreography.
• Assist in maintenance and logistics of percussion equipment.
• Ensure smooth integration of percussion section into ensemble practices.

Job description

Band Assistant - Percussion Instructor - Abingdon H.S.

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary: The Marching Band Percussion Instructor coordinates with the Director of Percussion for the musical and visual progression of the front ensemble and battery sections. This specialized role centers on teaching comprehensive percussion technique, cleaning complex rhythmic arrangements, implementing uniform marching/playing techniques, and integrating the section cohesively into the full ensemble field show. Depending on qualifications, the percussion instructor will work with one or a combination of: flat line, bass line, full drum dine, and front ensemble.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Rehearsal Management: Run efficient percussion sectionals and sub-sectionals. Dissect and clean challenging music arrangements, address timing discrepancies, and ensure rhythmic and articulation precision.
• Visual Coordination: Instruct and refine percussion‑specific marching techniques, instrument carriage, body choreography, drill execution, and stick/mallet height coordination as related to dynamics.
• Logistics & Maintenance: Assist the Director of Percussion in the regular tuning, maintenance, and repair of all percussion equipment. Oversee loading, transit, and field setup procedures at all events.
• Ensemble Integration: Coordinate closely with band staff to transition the percussion section seamlessly from isolated rehearsals into full‑ensemble field run‑throughs.
• Other duties as may be assigned by Band Director/ Principal.

Position Type: Non‑Teaching Coach

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.