Music Percussion Teacher

About Young Musicians Unite

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) is on a mission to provide free, high-quality music education to every student in Miami-Dade, regardless of socio-economic background. We collaborate with schools to inspire personal development, foster community, and prepare future leaders through in-school and after-school music programs. Our unique approach focuses on building a comprehensive music education pathway for 5th-grade, Middle School, and High School students, with a strong emphasis on Title I schools.

Position Summary:

The Percussion Teaching Artist will lead percussion-based ensemble classes that build rhythm skills, musical discipline, and team spirit. This class is geared toward students interested in marching band, street percussion, and performance-based drumming, with an emphasis on stick control, rudiments, and group coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

Instruction & Curriculum Delivery

Deliver structured drumline lessons aligned with YMU's semester-long percussion curriculum.
Teach students rudiments, stick control, cadences, and ensemble performance techniques.
Guide students in developing coordinated drumline routines and performance pieces.
Introduce students to marching fundamentals, timing, and musical discipline.

Classroom Management & Student Engagement

Establish clear routines, behavior expectations, and rehearsal norms for classes of 20–25 students.
Maintain a structured rehearsal environment while leading large group percussion instruction.
Promote teamwork, discipline, and confidence through collaborative drumming activities.
Monitor student progress and provide regular encouragement and feedback.

Equipment & Technology

Oversee proper setup, use, and care of percussion instruments and equipment.
Coordinate the distribution and storage of drums, sticks, harnesses, and practice pads.
Implement routines for equipment management and classroom organization.

Assessment & Reporting

Track student participation, musical development, and ensemble progress.
Evaluate student performance through rehearsals, demonstrations, and performances.
Submit basic participation and progress reports as required by YMU and partner schools.

Collaboration & Program Development

Work with school staff and YMU program leaders to support student engagement.
Participate in scheduled program observations and feedback sessions.
Support student performances at assemblies, school events, parades, and showcases.

Qualifications:

Experience leading drumline, marching band, or percussion ensembles
Strong skills in snare, tenor, bass drum, and auxiliary percussion
Ability to manage student groups with energy and discipline
Background working with middle and high school students
Commitment to using rhythm as a tool for personal growth and teamwork

Schedule & Compensation:

Classes are taught in 90-minute classroom blocks with groups of 20–25 students (subject to change).
Instruction takes place during the school day or in after-school programs, depending on the school schedule.
Hourly rate: $35.00/hour.
Paid professional development sessions, trainings, onboarding, and prep time are provided as scheduled.

Pay: $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 – 20.0 per week

Application Question(s):

Thank you for your interest in joining Young Musicians Unite!

As the next step in our application process, please complete our Teacher Assessment using the link below:

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Thank you, and we look forward to learning more about you!

Work Location: In person