Urgently Require Percussion Advisor in Dayton, OH
Job title: Percussion Advisor
Company: Montgomery County Educational Service Center
Job description: Under the supervision of the Principal and an assistant to the High School Band Director, the Percussion Instructor is responsible for the planning and instruction of the school's percussion students. Responsibilities will encompass both field and parade percussion.
This seasonal employment opportunity runs from July to December and/or January to June and is dependent on performance schedule.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage students to practice, play and perform introduced materials.
Attend all rehearsals, sectionals, and performances, actively participating in assisting students in sectionals and whole group rehearsals.
Teach drumline basics, i.e. warm-ups, marching techniques and stick work.
Teach cadences for marching/playing at athletic, school and community events.
Work with the director during auditions and provide input into placement of students on particular instruments of the drumline.
Teach and assist front ensemble players (where applicable) with mallet technique and the memorization of music
Assist in teaching drill for the show. Choreograph sticking and drum line movement to match the drill (if applicable).
Monitor and control student behavior according to established procedures
Maintain inventories of percussion supplies, materials and equipment.
Adjust and maintain percussion instruments ensuring timely availability for student use.
Be able to work outdoors and indoors; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma
Strong background in marching band, percussion performance.
University marching band experience preferred.
Experience in the various sub groups 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 high level of ethical behavior and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to interact with students of different age and skill level in a positive and professional manner.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES/DEMANDS
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs
Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 40 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work will be in an indoor and outdoor setting (exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather)
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
Work may be subject to frequent interruptions
Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines
The Dayton Public School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities for all people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or affiliation with a union or professional organization.
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Location: Dayton, OH
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Company: Montgomery County Educational Service Center
Job description: Under the supervision of the Principal and an assistant to the High School Band Director, the Percussion Instructor is responsible for the planning and instruction of the school's percussion students. Responsibilities will encompass both field and parade percussion.
This seasonal employment opportunity runs from July to December and/or January to June and is dependent on performance schedule.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage students to practice, play and perform introduced materials.
Attend all rehearsals, sectionals, and performances, actively participating in assisting students in sectionals and whole group rehearsals.
Teach drumline basics, i.e. warm-ups, marching techniques and stick work.
Teach cadences for marching/playing at athletic, school and community events.
Work with the director during auditions and provide input into placement of students on particular instruments of the drumline.
Teach and assist front ensemble players (where applicable) with mallet technique and the memorization of music
Assist in teaching drill for the show. Choreograph sticking and drum line movement to match the drill (if applicable).
Monitor and control student behavior according to established procedures
Maintain inventories of percussion supplies, materials and equipment.
Adjust and maintain percussion instruments ensuring timely availability for student use.
Be able to work outdoors and indoors; exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma
Strong background in marching band, percussion performance.
University marching band experience preferred.
Experience in the various sub groups 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 high level of ethical behavior and exercise good judgment in making decisions.
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to interact with students of different age and skill level in a positive and professional manner.
PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES/DEMANDS
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel, stoop, and climb stairs
Occasionally lift and/or move lightweight items up to 40 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work will be in an indoor and outdoor setting (exposure to sun, heat, cold and inclement weather)
Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue
Work may be subject to frequent interruptions
Some assignments are subject to completion within strict timelines
The Dayton Public School District provides equal educational and employment opportunities for all people without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, creed, sexual orientation, or affiliation with a union or professional organization.
Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions - You can also view at www.k12jobspot.com. K12JobSpot is a site that has thousands of teaching jobs - all from AppliTrack school districts.
Expected salary:
Location: Dayton, OH
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