Percussion Instructor, HS (2025-2026 School Year)
Percussion Instructor, HS (2025-2026 School Year)
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Job Description
DAYS PER YEAR: 187
Min Salary: $60500
JOB TITLE: Percussion Instructor
REPORTS TO:Principal
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Percussion Instructor is responsible for coordinating all activities involved with the percussion program including planning recruiting instructing budgeting developing a performing group for public appearances and competitive events in keeping with District philosophies policies procedures and programs.
All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity support organizational goals communicate in a clear and respectful manner championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED from an Accredited Institution
- Educational Aide Certification
Preferred:
- Five years of related experience
- Valid Texas teaching certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
- Experience with all areas listed in the job description
- Ability to inspire students building enthusiasm and love of the subject
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills
MAJOR REPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Organizes the classroom instruction for the percussion program
- Coordinates with the Head Band Director and the Director of Performing and Visual Arts to meet District objectives for high school and middle school percussion education
- Responsible for the planning and instruction of the high school marching and concert band percussion in cooperation with the high school head band director.
- Responsible for the planning and instruction of middle school percussion classes in cooperation with the middle school head band director.
- Work in conjunction with high school band staff to develop marching show concepts and visual design.
- Administers the details of the percussion program
- Coordinates any supplementary staff or clinicians for the entire season.
- Assists in the evaluation and grading of individual students
- Responsible for all percussion inventory including maintenance repair and recommendations for replacement as needed
- Help supervise percussion students including travel during games and competitions
- Work with high school and middle school directors and assist in the transportation of equipment to and from all rehearsals games concerts and contests.
- Participates in all band related events such as rehearsals games contests concerts and auditions (including Region Band Orchestra etc.)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: physical mobility standing prolonged sitting some lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling. Frequent district and occasional statewide travel; prolonged and irregular hours; outdoor and indoor work; exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather. Mental demands: Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of situations; ability to be effective in both oral and written communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
