Drumline Instructor JobID: 5365
Position Type:
High School Extra-Curricular
Date Posted:
5/9/2025
Location:
Round Lake High School, Round Lake, IL
Date Available:
August 14, 2025
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Division/Department
Teaching and Learning
Reports to:
This job assignment receives administrative direction from the Band Director, High School Principal (Director of Athletics), or other building administrator as assigned.
Summary of Assignment
This job assignment oversees the general instruction and performance of the drum line and front ensemble during the marching band season.
Minimum Education and Experience
* Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
* Employment in this class is conditional upon possession of a valid Illinois State Board of Education teaching certificate appropriate to the teaching assignment.
* Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Illinois Motor Vehicle operator's license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Strong knowledge of percussion fundamentals, both battery and front ensemble
* Experience performing with and/or teaching a collegiate, DCI, or WGI drumline and/or front ensemble
* Knowledge of the State, Federal and School Board Policies and Regulations regarding student conduct and appropriate disciplinary action;
* Effective, active listening skills;
* Organizational and problem-solving skills;
* Accounting/spelling and proofreading skills;
* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing;
* Availability to work during assigned hours;
* Leadership ability;
* Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
Essential Functions
The following identifies the primary and essential functions of the assignment and is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of all duties.
* Accompanies and supervises Drum Line members and events at all extracurricular events;
* Assists with events related to instrumental music;
* Attends meetings and in-services as required;
* Coordinates Drum Line activities with other events and/or fund raising projects;
* Ensures safety of students;
* In the fall, participates in all Marching Band practices and performances;
* Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents;
* Maintains respect at all times for confidential information, e.g., student records, etc.;
* Makes contacts with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner;
* Plans, and coordinates special activities and events, as applicable;
* Promotes good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation;
* Responds to routine questions and requests in a timely, appropriate manner;
* Responsible for all aspects of Drum Line organization;
* Responsible for auditions;
* Responsible for polished and professional performance of Drumline at all public performances;
* Serves as a role model for students;
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Mental Requirements
Individuals appointed to these assignments must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility and visual and auditory acuity and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the assignment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
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