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How much do assistant drumline instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant drumline instructor in the United States is $24.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Assistant Drumline Instructors face when working with student musicians?

Assistant Drumline Instructors often encounter challenges such as balancing varying skill levels within the drumline, keeping students engaged during repetitive practice, and addressing technical or rhythmic difficulties. It’s common to coordinate closely with the lead instructor and other staff to ensure consistent teaching methods and clear communication. Additionally, instructors play a key role in fostering teamwork and discipline, helping students adapt to feedback and perform confidently during rehearsals and performances.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Drumline Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Drumline Instructor, you need strong percussion proficiency, music reading skills, and experience in marching band or drumline settings, often supported by relevant education or performance background. Familiarity with music notation software, metronomes, and audio/video recording tools is typically expected. Leadership, patience, and effective communication skills help motivate students and foster a positive learning environment. These abilities ensure effective instruction, ensemble cohesion, and the musical growth of students.

What are Assistant Drumline Instructors?

Assistant Drumline Instructors support the head drumline instructor by helping to teach, organize, and manage the drumline section of a marching band or percussion ensemble. Their responsibilities typically include assisting with rehearsals, providing individual and group instruction, helping develop technique and musicality, and sometimes arranging music or drills. They also help ensure discipline and foster a positive learning environment for students. Assistant Drumline Instructors often work closely with students to improve their performance and help prepare for competitions or performances.

What is the difference between Assistant Drumline Instructor vs Assistant Band Director?

AspectAssistant Drumline InstructorAssistant Band Director
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some music experienceHigh school diploma; music education or related experience
Work EnvironmentSchool or marching band settings, rehearsals, performancesSchool band programs, rehearsals, concerts
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, marching bands, music programsSchools, educational institutions, music departments
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Assistant Drumline Instructor primarily focuses on teaching and rehearsing percussion sections within marching or school bands, often working closely with students on specific percussion techniques. The Assistant Band Director has a broader role, overseeing multiple sections of the band, including percussion, wind, and brass, and assisting in overall band management. Both roles require music experience and work in educational settings, but the Assistant Band Director typically has more responsibilities in leadership and program coordination.

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Marching Band Drumline Instructor

Marching Band Drumline Instructor

Academy School District 20

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Part-time

Posted 3 days ago


Academy District 20 rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

137th of 549 rated elementary and secondary schools


Job description

Location:
Liberty High School
Recruiting Start Date:
04/13/2026
Estimated Start Date:
05/01/2026
Performs temporary, instructional-related activities at the direction of a licensed staff member
Compensation for all hired extra pay positions (coaches, sponsors, ancillary instructors, etc.) is contingent upon the specific athletic, activity, or academic event being approved by the District to occur during the school year related to this position/posting.
Liberty High School is seeking to hire a drumline instructor to assist with teaching snare, tenor, and bass drum students in sectional and large group settings within the Marching Band. Applicants will also work with students on visual responsibilities and marching technique. Though drumline will be the main focus, applicants will also assist in full ensemble rehearsals. Applicants will work as part of a team with other coaches, band staff, and directors to deliver high quality instruction to students throughout the marching band season. Prior experience through performance and/or coaching is preferred. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to teaching and working with students, coordinating and communicating with administration, staff, and community members
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and other key duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by the incumbents in various locations. The district reserves the right to modify or change the duties or the essential functions of this job at any time.
  • Reports consistently for work as scheduled
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards
  • Assists the licensed staff member with assigned tasks
  • Completes non-licensed instructional responsibilities
  • Displays personal and professional qualities that promote a safe and caring environment conducive to student learning such as maintaining confidentiality, collaborating with staff, accepting constructive feedback, being a positive role model, treating others with respect, etc.
  • Meets the identified learning needs of assigned students as directed by a licensed staff member
  • Works collaboratively and cooperatively with instructional staff and others in completing responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to be flexible and patient in work demands
  • Ability to assist students in assigned areas
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
  • Ability to work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities
  • Commitment to the education of students as a primary responsibility
  • Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting
  • Demonstrates citizenship, compassion, courage, discernment, excellence, honesty, hope, integrity, patience, perseverance, reliability, respect, responsibility, and trustworthiness
  • Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Energetic, creative, innovative, flexible
  • Excellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills
  • Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community
  • Student-centered and relationship-focused
  • Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a staff member typically encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive.
  • The noise level in the work environment may alternate among quiet, moderate, and loud.
  • The incumbent is frequently required to interact in person and through communication methods with the students, public, and/or other staff.
  • The incumbent is required to work scheduled school/work hours and/or days.
  • The incumbent may be required to work extended school/work hours and/or days as directed.
  • The incumbent operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally.

Physical Demands: The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. All physical demands, if listed, are considered essential functions
  • Sits, stands, walks, stoops, kneels, and crouches/squats while performing duties
  • Has oral and auditory capacity enabling interaction interpersonally and/or through communication devices
  • Uses eyes, hands, and finger coordination enabling the use of equipment and writing utensils
  • Typical demands require staff to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and may be higher for some assignments depending on position and student need; climb stairs, ladders, and/or stools; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer keyboards; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects

Cognitive Functions: The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive. The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
Required Qualifications:
High school graduate -high school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications:
Minimum Compensation:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
Hours per Day:
7.5 hour(s) per day
Number of Days per Year:
183 Days M-F
Benefits Eligibility:
Under Part-time - Ineligible
For more information on our benefits, please visit Employee Benefits | Academy District 20 (asd20.org).
FLSA Status:
United States of America (Exempt)
How to Apply:
New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:
  • A current resume

Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the posting.
Hiring Manager Email:
lianne.thiessen@asd20.org