Drumline Instructor

Qualifications:

• Must be a born-again Christian.
• Must be a credible Christian role model whose godly lifestyle and character demonstrate obedience to God and the Holy Bible.
• Must be able to support and comply with the school’s Statement of Faith and Statement of Conduct.
• Must be a member of an evangelical, Bible-believing church.
• Demonstrated experience in drumline instruction, marching percussion, or related teaching/coaching roles.
• Strong percussion performance background and ability to teach various marching percussion instruments (snare, tenor, bass, cymbals).
• Knowledge of marching band/drumline performance traditions and pedagogy.
• Ability to teach and motivate students of varying skill levels.
• Prior experience in a school or youth ministry setting (preferred but not required).
• Must have sufficient health and physical endurance to be able to complete the assigned responsibilities.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills, with proper command of the English language.
• Able to work well independently, manage time well, and handle multiple tasks.
• Must have strong organizational skills
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• TB clearance within the last four years
• Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance
• Immigration Reform and Control Act of 186: An Eligibility Verification Form (I-9) will be required along with the supporting documents listed on the I-9 Form.

Personal & Spiritual Responsibilities

1.  Displays a personal decorum that models professionalism, modesty, and good taste
2.  Models Christian virtues in attitude, speech, and action

• Exhibits the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22,23)
• Models and cultivates habits of prayer, faith, and encouragement
• Commits and contributes to a local church

1.  Maintains good attendance and physical endurance to fulfill job duties
2.  Uses professional office and phone etiquette appropriate for Christian school office

• Shows positive, cheerful attitude with parents, students and staff
• Shows integrity in dealing with confidential information
• Provides assistance to guests, faculty and staff, parents and students

Responsibilities

·          Teach and train drumline students in percussion technique, music reading, marching fundamentals, and performance skills.

·          Plan and lead rehearsals, sectionals, and performances (including school events, chapels, athletic games, parades, and competitions).

·          Collaborate with the Band Director in music selection, drill design, and overall program development.

·          Maintain high standards of discipline, excellence, teamwork, and Christian character within the drumline.

·          Provide individualized instruction and mentorship to encourage student growth.

·          Ensure instruments and equipment are properly cared for and stored.

·          Communicate regularly with students, parents, and school leadership regarding expectations, schedules, and progress.

·          Support the school’s mission to integrate biblical principles into education and the arts.

This job description is meant to cover the key requirements of the job duties. Other activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee, and these may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing/Walking (20%), sitting (60%), lifting (5%), climbing (5%), bending (4%), squatting (6%).  Must be able to lift 10-25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work environment includes indoor and outdoor environments and office and classroom settings. Floating desk assignment and/or shared office space may be required; moderate noise levels commensurate to an office environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All employees of United Christian Academy must be professing, born-again Christian in accordance with UC Academy International, Inc.'s religious 501(c)3 bylaws.

Salary : $17