Indoor Percussion Assistant, Part-Time

Milton Hershey School; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 3,900 - 5,100; Part time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School in Wyomissing, PA, seeks an Indoor Percussion 1st Assistant for the upcoming winter season. The instructor/assistant must demonstrate strong skills in both battery and mallet instruments and will assist with recruitment and organization of the percussion group.

The role includes weekly rehearsals with small group instruction; this is a seasonal, part-time position running November through April 2027 with an estimated 200 hours and a stipend determined by experience: $3,922

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with percussion experience.
• Bachelor's degree in music (Percussion specialist) preferred.
• Strong marching band /drum corps experience preferred.
• Two or more years' teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with students of different ages and skill level in a positive and professional manner.
• Commitment to high student achievement and support for all students in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for MHS students.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment and organization of the percussion group.
• Lead weekly rehearsals and provide small group instruction.
• Seasonal position running November through April with approximately 200 hours; stipend determined by experience: $3,922 - $5,098.

Skills

Percussion experience

Teaching experience

Student interaction

Diversity awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Percussion specialization degree

Job description

Indoor Percussion Assistant, Part-Time - ( 26000095 )

Description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world's best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students for future generations.

The MHS Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) program impacts students as they can learn a variety of instruments and easily can explore areas of interest or passion right here on campus. They can take advantage of a wealth of expert instruction through our staff. MHS even covers the cost of instruments, equipment, and lessons! View the list of MHS programs (https://www.mhskids.org/academics/visual-performing-arts/) .

MHS is currently seeking an Indoor Percussion 1st Assistant for the upcoming winter indoor percussion season. The percussion instructor/assistant must demonstrate strong skills in both battery and mallet instruments. The instructor will assist with recruitment and organization of the percussion group. Duties to include weekly rehearsals including small group instruction. This is a seasonal position that runs from November through April. A commitment for the winter indoor season with approximately 200 hours required from November 2026 through April 2027. Stipend determined based on experience: $3,922 - $5,098.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with percussion experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in music (Percussion specialist) preferred.
• Strong marching band /drum corps experience preferred.
• Two or more years' teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to interact with students of different ages and skill level in a positive and professional manner.
• Must exhibit a commitment to high student achievement and support for all students in a diverse, multicultural environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are role models for MHS students.
• MHS desires candidates who are "all in" and are interested in actively engaging with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities.

Schedule

Part-time

Job Type

Temporary Work

Job Posting

Jun 23, 2026

Req ID:

26000095

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Milton Hershey School does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.