Marching Band Visual & Percussion Lead Instructor

Ave Maria University; Ave Maria (FL); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 34.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Ave Maria University in Ave Maria, FL seeks a Seasonal Visual & Percussion Instructor for the marching band. The role supports visual execution and percussion instruction, mentoring leaders and coordinating rehearsals, band camp, and performances.

The position emphasizes teaching, drill design, and leadership development, with collaboration to align field activities with program goals. Evening/weekend commitment during marching season is expected.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field required; significant marching arts experience may suffice.
• Experience teaching marching techniques and drill design at high school or collegiate level.
• Experience with drumline instruction and visual design preferred.
• Familiarity with Pyware and field technology.
• Proven ability to mentor student leaders and foster a positive band culture.

Aufgaben

• Teach and refine marching techniques including posture, stride, alignment.
• Instruct drumline in playing technique and performance readiness.
• Lead field rehearsals, sectionals, and full ensemble rehearsals.
• Mentor student leaders and run leadership workshops.
• Coordinate band camp, logistics, and equipment transport.
• Collaborate with Director of Bands to align artistic goals.
• Recruit and engage alumni, donors, and the community.

Kenntnisse

Teaching marching techniques

Drill design/implementation

Mentoring student leaders

Leadership development

Communication with staff

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, or related field

Tools

Pyware

Drone footage

Rehearsal software

Jobbeschreibung

Ave Maria University in Ave Maria, FL seeks a Seasonal Visual & Percussion Instructor for the marching band. The role supports visual execution and percussion instruction, mentoring leaders and coordinating rehearsals, band camp, and performances.

The position emphasizes teaching, drill design, and leadership development, with collaboration to align field activities with program goals. Evening/weekend commitment during marching season is expected.