Percussion Coach - DCC HS Band

Academy School District 20; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Discovery Canyon Campus High School is seeking a part-time percussion coach to assist with small group instruction during rehearsals. The role supports licensed staff and helps create a safe, engaging environment for student performers.

Compensation for extra-pay positions is contingent on district approval for activities during the school year. The successful candidate will report for scheduled work, assist with assigned tasks, and collaborate with staff to meet the learning needs of students

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated flexibility to meet schedule and assignment changes.
• Ability to work effectively in a team with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled.
• Assists the licensed staff member with assigned tasks.
• Performs non-licensed instructional responsibilities as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality and promotes a positive learning environment.
• Works collaboratively with instructional staff to meet student needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location

Discovery Canyon Campus High School

Recruiting Start Date

08/29/2025

Estimated Start Date

09/05/2025

Part time percussion coach to assist with small group instruction at rehearsals.

Performs temporary, instructional-related activities at the direction of a licensed staff member

Compensation for all hired extra pay positions (coaches, sponsors, ancillary instructors, etc.) is contingent upon the specific athletic, activity, or academic event being approved by the District to occur during the school year related to this position/posting.

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.

• Reports consistently for work as scheduled
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
• Assists the licensed staff member with assigned tasks
• Completes non-licensed instructional responsibilities
• Displays personal and professional qualities that promote a safe and caring environment conducive to student learning such as maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with staff, accepting constructive feedback, being a positive role model, treating others with respect, etc.
• Meets the identified learning needs of assigned students as directed by a licensed staff member
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with instructional staff and others in completing responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands
• Ability to assist students in assigned areas
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
• Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
• Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
• Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
• Detail-oriented
• Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
• Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
• Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
• Student-centered and relationship-focused
• Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.

• The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
• The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
• The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
• The incumbent operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally.

Physical Demands

The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions

• Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
• Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
• Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
• Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects

Cognitive Functions

The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Compensation

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Hours Per Day

7.5 hour(s) per day

Number Of Days Per Year

183 Days M-F

Benefits Eligibility

Under Part-time - Ineligible

For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)