Head Percussion Instructor

Young World Physical Education; Maricopa (AZ); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Maricopa Unified School District #20 in Maricopa, Arizona is seeking a Head Percussion Instructor to develop and maintain a high-quality percussion program for both marching band and indoor season.

The role involves designing shows with the band director, teaching percussion instruments, arranging music, and leading rehearsals in a professional environment. Prior experience in competitive circuits and strong communication are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience performing and teaching percussion instruments.
• Experience performing and/or teaching in a competitive circuit.
• Flexibility in meeting the needs of students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with students.
• Collaborate with the band director to write and design effective performance shows.
• Write and arrange percussion music.
• Organize and lead effective rehearsals in a positive, professional environment, focusing on equality, engagement, and excellence.
• Attend all performances and competitions.
• Interact with students, parents, and other instructors in a professional manner.
• Manage percussion equipment and coordinate with band director on equipment needs.

Skills

Percussion performance

Percussion pedagogy

Band program experience

Communication skills

Job description

Head Percussion Instructor

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This job is also posted in Maricopa Unified School District #20

Job Details

Job ID: 5880606
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 11, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Head Percussion Instructor

CLASSIFICATION: Stipend

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Days and hours to be arranged, with salary according to current schedule.

REPORTS TO: Principal or Designee

General Description

Head Percussion Instructor falls under the direct supervision of the High School Band Director. The Head Percussion Instructor works directly with the band director to develop and maintain a successful percussion program, both as an element of the marching band, and as a separate unit in the winter Indoor Percussion season.

Responsibilities

• Work with students .
• Collaborate with the band director to write and design effective performance shows.
• Write and arrange percussion music.
• Organize and lead effective rehearsals in a positive, professional environment, focusing on equality, engagement, and excellence.
• Attend all performances and competitions.
• Interact with students, parents, and other instructors in a professional manner.
• Manage percussion equipment and coordinate with band director on equipment needs.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience performing and teaching percussion instruments
• Experience performing and/or teaching in a competitive circuit.
• Flexibility in meeting the needs of students from a variety of backgrounds and abilities.
• Strong communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.

Required

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources: Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138 Telephone Number: 520-568-5100 Email:[e-mail]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator Director of Exceptional Student Services Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138 Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nathaly Montano , Recruitment Specialist
• DISTRICT OFFICE
• Maricopa, Arizona 85138
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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