Indoor Percussion Front Ensemble - Assistant Director

Unionville--chadds-Ford-School-District; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 2,000 - 2,700; Part time

Job summary

Unionville High School in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, is hiring an Indoor Percussion Front Ensemble Assistant Director (1/2 position) on a part-time basis. The role oversees musical and visual training for Front Ensemble and coordinates with the Director.

Responsibilities include developing training programs, maintaining equipment, selecting members, planning rehearsals, leading staff, communicating goals, and attending events. Salary is $2,316 per year. Clearances are required.

Responsibilities

• Be completely knowledgeable of front ensemble percussion playing techniques and electronics (including but not limited to Mainstage, soundboard, midi devices, microphones).
• Develop/maintain and distribute a technique training program for students.
• Maintain sound equipment and electronics.
• Select ensemble members and instrument placement in conjunction with the Director.
• Develop and execute rehearsal plans for full front ensemble and sub-sectionals in conjunction with the Director.
• Manage volunteer front ensemble percussion staff in conjunction with the Director.
• Effectively communicate expectations and goals with students.
• Attend events and competitions.
• Advise director of ensemble equipment and ordering needs.
• Account for school property.
• Run full ensemble rehearsals in conjunction with Battery Coordinator and the Director.
• Prepare an end-of-season summary with recommendations for program maintenance or improvement. Submit report to director.

Job description

Unionville High School in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, is hiring an Indoor Percussion Front Ensemble Assistant Director (1/2 position) on a part-time basis. The role oversees musical and visual training for Front Ensemble and coordinates with the Director.

Responsibilities include developing training programs, maintaining equipment, selecting members, planning rehearsals, leading staff, communicating goals, and attending events. Salary is $2,316 per year. Clearances are required.