Winter Percussion Director - 2025-2026

Dayton Area School Consortium; Xenia (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Area School Consortium is seeking a Winter Percussion Director to plan and teach percussion students during the winter pep band season. The role involves preparing suitable music, rehearsing the ensemble, and coordinating performances at designated events under the band director's supervision.

The ideal candidate has a strong marching band and percussion background, with experience teaching high school students and maintaining drumline equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Strong background in marching band and percussion performance.
• Experience instructing percussion and working with high school students.
• Ability to inspire students and build enthusiasm for the subject.
• Experience tuning/replacing drum heads and minor repairs on drumline equipment.
• Ability to work with staff, parents, and community with ethical judgment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with students of different ages and skill levels.
• Responsible for selection, training, and performances at designated events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and instruct the school's winter percussion students.
• Prepare music and rehearse the ensemble for events.
• Under supervision of the High School Band Director.
• Coordinate performances at designated events and contests.
• Maintain drumline equipment and minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Marching band

Percussion performance

Teaching percussion

Drum corps experience

High school teaching

Ensemble rehearsal

Communication skills

Equipment maintenance

Ethical judgment

Student supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Position Type:

High School Teaching/ Music - Band

The vacancy has been posted in compliance with the negotiated agreement between the Xenia Education Association and the Xenia Board of Education.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under the Supervision of the High School Band Director, theWinter PercussionDirector is responsible for the planning and instruction of the school's percussion students during the winter pep bandseason (Decemberto February). The instructor prepares appropriate music and rehearses the ensemble for events.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma
• Strong background in marching band, and percussion performance.
• Drum corps or university marching band experience preferred.
• Experience in the various subgroups of the percussion section (e.g. snare, bass, tenors, mallets, etc.)
• Previous experience with instructing/teaching percussion.
• Experience working with high school-aged students.
• Ability to inspire students, building enthusiasm and love of the subject
• Ability to tune/replace drum heads and do minor repairs on drumline equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents, administrators, and community members. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to interact with students of different ages and skill levels positively and professionally.
• Be responsible for the selection, training, and performances at designated events.

You will need to complete the certifications below once hired.

1. 1. Coaches ToolChestwill certify you in all needed areas including Fundamentals of Coaching, mental health, First Aid for Coaches, Concussion Training, PBIS, CPR Training, and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Training.
2. 2. Apply for or submit a Pupil Activity Permit - through the Ohio Department of Education.
3. 3. Complete a background check - at the Xenia Board of Education fee of $52.00(cash, debit/credit card). Please call 937-562-9037 -to schedule an appointment.