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How much do percussion instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for percussion instructor in the United States is $60,500.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,500.00 and $60,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a percussion instructor?

A percussion instructor is a music educator who specializes in teaching students how to play percussion instruments, such as drums, xylophones, marimbas, and cymbals. They work with individuals or groups, often in school bands, percussion ensembles, or private lessons, to develop technique, rhythm, and musicality. Percussion instructors may also design and arrange percussion parts, prepare students for performances, and help them improve their overall musicianship.

What is the difference between Percussion Instructor vs Drum Teacher?

AspectPercussion InstructorDrum Teacher
CredentialsMusic degree or percussion certificationMusic background, often with percussion or drum focus
Work EnvironmentMusic schools, private studios, educational institutionsPrivate lessons, music stores, schools
Industry UsageTeaching various percussion instruments and techniquesPrimarily focused on drum set instruction
Search IntentLooking for percussion-specific instructionSearching for drum lessons or drum teachers

While both roles involve teaching percussion instruments, a Percussion Instructor typically covers a broad range of percussion instruments and techniques, often in educational settings. A Drum Teacher mainly focuses on teaching drum set skills, often to students interested in contemporary music. The choice depends on the specific instrument or style you want to learn.

What Does a Percussion Instructor Do?

A percussion instructor teaches students the fundamentals and advanced concepts of playing drums, cymbals, and other percussive musical instruments. The percussion section, also called the drumline, helps players in a marching band keep in time with one another on the field. In this position, your job duties are to teach songs, cadences, and other types of techniques used for playing percussion instruments. Although you may be proficient in a particular instrument, you should be competent enough with all of them to be able to provide instruction. In larger bands, particularly at the college level, you work with horn and woodwind instructors to facilitate performances.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Percussion Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Percussion Instructor, you need a solid background in percussion performance, music theory, and instructional techniques, typically supported by a music degree or significant teaching experience. Familiarity with various percussion instruments, music notation software, and ensemble management tools is often necessary. Strong communication, patience, and motivational skills help engage students and foster a positive learning environment. These skills ensure effective teaching, student progress, and the successful management of individual or group percussion instruction.

How does a Percussion Instructor typically collaborate with band directors and other music staff?

Percussion Instructors often work closely with band directors and fellow music educators to develop cohesive rehearsal plans, select suitable repertoire, and ensure that percussion parts integrate well with the ensemble. They may attend regular staff meetings, communicate about student progress, and coordinate sectional rehearsals. This collaboration is important for maintaining consistent teaching methods and achieving the ensemble's overall musical goals.
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Percussion Instructor for Marching Band

Woodland Park School District RE-2

Woodland Park, CO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Athletics/Activities
Date Posted:
5/13/2026
Location:
Woodland Park High School
Who We Are:
  • We are a competitive, 2A marching band program seeking a percussion instructor for the 2026 marching season.
  • As a staff, we seek to promote a collaborative environment to help our students succeed through excellence in performance.

Qualifications:
  • Attendance at rehearsals and band camp is required (we can work with your schedule if needed)
    • Band Camp is July 27th - 31st and August 3rd - 7th. 9AM-4PM
    • Rehearsals are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday during the fall semester. 3:45PM-6:15PM.
  • Music education, DCI, or marching band experience preferred

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Marching Band Percussion experience preferred

SALARY:
  • Stipend Position - depended upon experience

REPORTS TO:
  • The Marching Band Director, Activities Director and/or HS Principal, who provides overall objectives and final evaluation in conjunction with the administrative team.

SUPERVISES:
  • Works in conjunction with Marching Band Director to oversee the program.

JOB GOAL:
  • To instruct band members in the fundamental skills, strategy and physical training necessary for them to realize a degree of individual and overall marching band success.
  • At the same time, the assistant must instruct and demonstrate behaviors that lead to socially acceptable character development, self discipline, self confidence, and pride of accomplishment.
  • To upgrade his/her knowledge and skills through band clinics, observations, consultation, etc.

GENERAL:
  • The success of activities programs has a strong influence on the community's image of the entire system. The public exposure is a considerable responsibility and community/parent pressure for winning performance is taxing, but must not override all other objectives for a successful program.
  • The position includes other unusual aspect such as extended time, risk injury factor and due process predicaments.
  • It is the express intent of this job description to give sufficient guidance to function. In cases not specifically covered, it shall be assumed that the assistant shall exercise common sense and good judgment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Has a thorough knowledge of all the activities policies approved by the Woodland Park RE-2 Schools' Board of Education and is responsible for their implementation by the entire staff of the sports program.
  • Has knowledge of existing system, state and regulations; implements same consistently and interprets them for staff.
  • Understands the proper administrative line of command and refers all requests or grievances through proper channels. Is aware of all public/staff/departmental meetings that require attendance.

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Established the fundamental philosophy, skills and techniques to be taught by staff. Designs conferences, clinics and staff meetings to insure staff awareness of the overall program.
  • Maintains discipline, adjusts grievances and works to increase morale and cooperation.
  • Performs such other duties which may be assigned by the marcxhing band director, activities director/principal.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Serves as a mentor to each band member to promote the development and demonstration in band member the character traits of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
  • Gives constant attention to a band member's grades and conduct.
  • By his/her presence at all practices games and while traveling, provides assistance, guidance and safeguards for each participant.
  • Provides training rules and any other unique regulations of the marching band to each band member who is considered a participant.
  • Initiates programs and policies concerning injuries, medical attention and emergencies.
  • Completes paperwork on all disabling band injuries on proper forms and submits to activities office within 24 hours.
  • Directs student managers, assistants and drum majors.

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