High School Percussion Specialist/.65 FTE

Rock Hill High School

Rock Hill (SC)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 42,000

Part time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Rock Hill High School seeks a dedicated High School Percussion Specialist to lead a comprehensive percussion program within the band and music department. You will plan and deliver percussion instruction across marching and concert ensembles, designing engaging material for varied skill levels while fostering student growth and teamwork.

You will collaborate with the band director, support performances and competitions, and assess student progress.

Qualifications

South Carolina certification in Music Education-Instrumental or related field is required.
Experience with percussion performances at the high school level.
Experience with high school aged students is required.
Experience with differentiated instruction and data-driven teaching practices.
Familiar with educational technology tools.
Strong classroom management skills and a growth-oriented mindset.
Strong financial skills, procurement training, and budget management preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging percussion instruction for marching band, concert band, and percussion ensemble.
Teach fundamental and advanced percussion techniques (snare, bass drum, timpani, mallet instruments, auxiliary percussion).
Design percussion arrangements and exercises for varying skill levels.
Assist with marching band preparation, drumline instruction, rehearsals, and performances.
Collaborate with the band director to support concerts, competitions, and school events.
Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Maintain percussion equipment, inventory, and music library.
Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment.
Participate in after-school rehearsals, performances, and competitions as required.

Skills

Percussion Performances

High school instruction

Differentiated instruction

Educational technology tools

Classroom management

Budget management

Motivation and student engagement

Communication and collaboration

Knowledge of safety and regulations

Strong organizational skills

Education

South Carolina certification in Music Education-Instrumental or related field

Job description

High School Percussion Specialist/.65 FTE

Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026

Job Description

Report To: Principal

FLSA Status: Exempt

General Definition of Work

The High School Percussion Specialist is responsible for developing and leading a comprehensive percussion program that supports the school’s band and music department. This position provides instruction in percussion techniques, performance skills, and music literacy while fostering student growth, discipline, and teamwork. The specialist collaborates with the band director and other staff to enhance the overall quality of musical performances.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary/Status

Teacher Salary Schedule/Part-Time/.65 FTE 190 days

Start Date

Determined by Human Resources.

Essential Functions

Plan and deliver engaging percussion instruction for students in marching band, concert band, and/or percussion ensemble.
Teach fundamental and advanced percussion techniques, including snare, bass drum, timpani, mallet instruments, and auxiliary percussion.
Design and implement percussion arrangements and exercises appropriate for varying skill levels.
Assist with marching band preparation, including drumline instruction, rehearsals, and performances.
Collaborate with the band director to support concerts, competitions, and school events.
Evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
Maintain percussion equipment, inventory, and music library.
Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages student participation and achievement.
Participate in after-school rehearsals, performances, and competitions as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrates strong conducting and rehearsal techniques and knowledge of instrumental pedagogy and music literature.

Possesses the ability to motivate and inspire student musicians while managing large groups effectively. Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge needed to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and to speak effectively with students and/or employees in a school environment.

Knowledge of federal and state education laws and regulations.

Knowledge of effective and innovative instructional and student evaluation techniques.

Strong skills in classroom management, collaboration, and differentiated instruction.

Strong communication skills with students, staff, administration, and the public.

Understanding a child’s behavior and dynamics.

Skilled in problem solving and patience.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community.

Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Ability to fulfill the dexterity and physical requirements of the work and effectively attend to students.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Application of percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations is required.

Certification and Experience

South Carolina certification in Music Education-Instrumental or related field.
Experience with Percussion Performances.
Experience with high school aged students.
Experience with differentiated instruction and data-driven teaching practices.
Familiar with educational technology tools.
Strong classroom management skills and a growth-oriented mindset.
Strong financial skills, procurement training, and managing a budget, preferred.

Special Requirements

Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License or ability to provide own transportation.
May be required to travel to school district buildings and professional meetings.
Requires after-school practices, events, and weekend events.
Prior to beginning employment, negative tb test results not older than one year must be provided.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

Work requires long periods of standing or walking around the classroom, especially when giving instruction, monitoring students, or using whiteboards/projectors.
Requires clear verbal communication and strong listening skills to engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
May require projecting voice in noisy environments or large classrooms.
Use of hands to write on boards, type, handle classroom materials, and operate technology (computers, tablets, projectors).
May include lifting or carrying instructional materials, textbooks, or student work (typically up to 20 lbs.).
Must be able to read and assess student work, view computer screens, and monitor student behavior visually.
Must be able to hear student questions and school announcements.
Repetitive actions like typing, grading papers, writing on boards.
Often sit for extended periods while planning lessons or grading but also stand or move frequently while teaching.
Work is primarily conducted indoors in classrooms, often with limited temperature control in older buildings.
Exposure to chalk dust, markers, cleaning supplies, and sometimes poor ventilation.
Classrooms and school environments can be noisy during group work.
Standard school hours, but teachers often work before and after school for planning, grading, meetings, or extracurricular activities.
Evening or weekend work is common for lesson prep, grading, parent communication, or professional development.
Breaks are limited and structured around school schedules (e.g., lunch, prep periods).
Constant interaction with students, parents, administrators, and colleagues.
Must manage interpersonal dynamics, conflicts, and communications in a professional and respectful way.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit official transcripts, three professional references with at least one supervisory reference and a copy of the appropriate credentials as part of the application process.

Pre-Onboarding Requirements

As a condition of employment and prior to onboarding, the district will conduct a criminal history background check. The recommended candidate will be required to provide personal information necessary to complete the background check such as date of birth, gender, and race to remain in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job. Job description is sourced from employee interviews, internal documents, representative job descriptions in similar districts, and other state/federal agencies. The district reserves the right to modify the job description based on the needs of the district.

Rock Hill Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Position Type:

Full-Time

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