Winter Percussion Director: Lead High School Drumline

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

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.