Program Specialist- Drum Line for Percussion Instrument- Walnut YMCA Family Location

YMCA of Delaware; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Nationwide Y Membership

12% Employer-Funded Retirement Plan

Learning and development workshops

Career advancement opportunities

Staff Discounts on Programs & Services

Job summary

YMCA of Delaware is seeking a part-time Program Specialist for the Drum Line at the Walnut YMCA. This role involves providing percussion instruction to youth ages 7-17, fostering an inclusive environment, and ensuring the proper management of percussion instruments.

Qualified applicants will have experience in music education or related fields, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to support participants from diverse backgrounds. The position offers competitive pay at $15.00 per hour, and several employment perks are included.

Qualifications

• Experience in percussion performance or music education.
• Experience with youth in educational or community settings.
• Knowledge of rhythm development and ensemble performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide percussion instruction to participants aged 7-17.
• Teach advanced percussion techniques including rhythm and timing.
• Prepare participants for performances and evaluate their progress.
• Ensure proper care and inventory of percussion instruments.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Percussion performance

Drum line instruction

Knowledge of percussion techniques

Working with youth ages 7–17

Job description

Program Specialist- Drum Line for Percussion Instrument- Walnut YMCA Family Location

Job Category: PROGRAM

Supervisor: Gau-Wan Smith

Requisition Number: PROGR003035

• Part-Time

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Career advancement opportunities

Staff Discounts on Programs & Services and more!

Rate of pay: $15.00. Final compensation is based on factors such as the skills, qualifications, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide percussion and drum line instruction to participants ages 7–17 with varying skill levels.
• Teach fundamental and advanced percussion techniques, including rhythm, timing, stick control, rudiments, and performance skills.
• Follow lesson plans, rehearsal schedules, and instructional activities.
• Prepare participants for performances, exhibitions, competitions, and community events.
• Evaluate participant progress and provide constructive feedback to support skill development.
• Ensure proper use, care, storage, and inventory of percussion instruments and equipment.
• Foster an inclusive environment that welcomes participants from diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to serve a diverse community.
• Experience in percussion performance, drum line instruction, music education, or related field.
• Knowledge of percussion techniques, marching percussion, rhythm development, and ensemble performance.
• Experience working with youth ages 7–17 in educational, recreational, or community-based settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multilingual.
• Proven experience fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for youth participants.

The YMCA of Delaware is an equal opportunity employer. The Y maintains a work environment in which staff are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and staff without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.

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