Band - Percussion Instructor

Thornton Township High School District 205; Dolton (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Township High School District 205 is seeking a Percussion Band Instructor for the Thornridge High School Band Program. This role is integral to the Marching Band, Drumline, and other ensembles, focusing on developing all percussion musicians.

The instructor must have strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to create an inclusive environment for students and community members. Responsibilities include managing rehearsals and performance schedules as well as fostering relationships within the school community.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to engage with students and foster their musical development.
• Effective communication skills for community and parental involvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and developmental support to percussion musicians.
• Conduct rehearsals and manage performance schedules.
• Facilitate inclusive relationships with faculty and the community.

Job description

• Location: Thornridge High School (High-Needs School)
• Closing Date: 07/31/2026

Percussion Band Instructor

A member of the comprehensive overall Thornridge High School Band Program including Marching Band, Drumline, Chamber Ensembles, and Beginning Bands. The Percussion Band Instructor will provide administrative, developmental and sequential support to all percussion musicians in the band program. The director will have the necessary skills to provide well‑rounded rehearsals and performance schedules. He or she will have leadership skills to maintain a quality environment for the success of all band students. Also he or she will have the public relationship skills to ensure an inclusive relationship with faculty, staff, parental and community involvement and other responsibilities as discussed and aligned with the Band Director, Activities Director and Administration.