What are the responsibilities and job description for the Woodwind Coach Academic Year 2026-2027 position at Fairmont State University?
Posting Details
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2026356TP
Classification Title
Working Title
Woodwind Coach Academic Year 2026-2027
OASIS Title
Type of Position
T-Job
Grant Funded Position?
No
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date
06/30/2027
Benefits Eligible?
No
Appointment Length
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Woodwind Coach will assist the Band Director in managing and running the band program, including teaching woodwind sectionals and working with the university woodwind musicians in a small group setting. The Woodwind Coach must also be prepared to assist with on-field instruction regarding instrumental performing and marching technique and must be available during Fairmont State University's 2026 Band Camp in August to fulfill some of the contracted hours and able to attend periodic university band rehearsals throughout the Fall and Spring semester to fulfill the remainder of his or her contracted hours.
Minimum Required Education
Minimum Expectations
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a proven history of successful instrumental instruction. Preference will be given to the candidate whose primary instrument is a woodwind instrument but all instrumentalists will be considered.
Special Conditions
Candidate must be available August 3-14 where the majority of the allocated hours will occur. This position has a max of fifty (50) hours for a period between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027. Candidate must also be available for most if not all Marching Band Sectional Saturdays, scheduled for: August 22, August 29, September 19, October 10, and November 14, 2026. Spring Semester Sectional Saturdays will be scheduled at a time of mutual convenience.
Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Department/Supervision
Department
Dept of Humanities
Employment Location
Main Campus, Fairmont
Position will report to (name and title)
Akyssa Schwartz, Band Director
Recruitment/Advertising
Anticipated Hire Date
05/14/2026
Base Salary/Hourly Rate
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Posting Date
05/14/2026
Job Close Date
08/10/2026
Quicklink for Posting
https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10655
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2026356TP
Classification Title
Working Title
Woodwind Coach Academic Year 2026-2027
OASIS Title
Type of Position
T-Job
Grant Funded Position?
No
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date
06/30/2027
Benefits Eligible?
No
Appointment Length
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities
The Woodwind Coach will assist the Band Director in managing and running the band program, including teaching woodwind sectionals and working with the university woodwind musicians in a small group setting. The Woodwind Coach must also be prepared to assist with on-field instruction regarding instrumental performing and marching technique and must be available during Fairmont State University's 2026 Band Camp in August to fulfill some of the contracted hours and able to attend periodic university band rehearsals throughout the Fall and Spring semester to fulfill the remainder of his or her contracted hours.
Minimum Required Education
Minimum Expectations
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate must have a proven history of successful instrumental instruction. Preference will be given to the candidate whose primary instrument is a woodwind instrument but all instrumentalists will be considered.
Special Conditions
Candidate must be available August 3-14 where the majority of the allocated hours will occur. This position has a max of fifty (50) hours for a period between July 1, 2026 and June 30, 2027. Candidate must also be available for most if not all Marching Band Sectional Saturdays, scheduled for: August 22, August 29, September 19, October 10, and November 14, 2026. Spring Semester Sectional Saturdays will be scheduled at a time of mutual convenience.
Required Licenses and/or Certifications
Department/Supervision
Department
Dept of Humanities
Employment Location
Main Campus, Fairmont
Position will report to (name and title)
Akyssa Schwartz, Band Director
Recruitment/Advertising
Anticipated Hire Date
05/14/2026
Base Salary/Hourly Rate
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Posting Date
05/14/2026
Job Close Date
08/10/2026
Quicklink for Posting
https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/10655